Communications Security Responsible Officer

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today, SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

COMMUNICATIONS SECURITY RESPONSIBLE OFFICER (CRO)

SpaceX is looking for an experienced security professional with deep communications security (COMSEC) knowledge and a history of supporting cleared programs. This employee will be a member of the company’s Government Security Programs Team and responsible for satisfying technical requirements for varying U.S. government programs. The ideal candidate will flourish in a demanding and challenging environment with little direct guidance and a high degree of responsibility and accountability.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve as a COMSEC Responsible Officer (CRO) for assigned COMSEC Account(s).
• Work with program managers to bridge the gap between high-level security policies and requirements. This includes the technical and operational implementation of those requirements.
• Procure and maintain requisite Controlled Cryptographic Items, to include keying material, operational security doctrines, etc.
• Answer questions on process, timeline, status of assets, and reporting.
• Administer an inventory of CCI and other related materials across multiple programs.
• Ensure compliance with government requirements and regulations.
• Educate personnel in COMSEC procedures and the use of related equipment.
• Maintain records of COMSEC-briefed personnel.
• Assist in writing policy, procedure, and standards, including but not limited to, transportation plans, testing plans, System Key Management Plans (SKMP), and other as needed.
• Day-to-day support specific to internal programs and stakeholders.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent certificate.
• 5+ years of security experience related to COMSEC and compliance.
• Active Top Secret or Top Secret SCI clearance.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, information systems/IT, mathematics, physics, or similar technical discipline.
• Superb communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to effectively interact with industry partners.
• Demonstrated technical project management skills.
• Deep familiarity with COMSEC requirements and procedures including the acquisition, maintenance, operation, and disposition of related equipment.
• Experience with security policy and guiding documentation specific to COMSEC-related compliance.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• An active clearance may provide the opportunity for you to work on sensitive SpaceX missions. If so, you will be subject to pre-employment drug and random drug and alcohol testing.
• Ability to travel in support of programmatic requirements to other SpaceX locations or customer sites.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range:

Communications Security Officer: $90,000.00 - $115,000.00/per year   

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here. 

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

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