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About Sandia

Sandia National Laboratories is the nation's premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation, with teams of specialists focused on cutting-edge work in a broad array of areas. Some of the main reasons we love our jobs:

• Challenging work with amazing impact that contributes to security, peace, and freedom worldwide
• Extraordinary co-workers
• Some of the best tools, equipment, and research facilities in the world
• Career advancement and enrichment opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements for many positions include 9/80 (work 80 hours every two weeks, with every other Friday off) and 4/10 (work 4 ten-hour days each week) compressed workweeks, part-time work, and telecommuting (a mix of onsite work and working from home)
• Generous vacation, strong medical and other benefits, competitive 401k, learning opportunities, relocation assistance and amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance*

World-changing technologies. Life-changing careers. Learn more about Sandia at: http://www.sandia.gov

*These benefits vary by job classification.

What Your Job Will Be Like

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced COMSEC Lead Technologist to oversee and enhance our LAN/WAN infrastructure and communications security measures. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for providing leadership to a team of COMSEC personnel to ensure the integrity and security of sensitive information across our network systems. Additionally, you will serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the Department of Energy/Intelligence (DOE/IN) and Other Government Agency (OGA) sponsors, addressing their networking and COMSEC needs. You will also be the lead technologist for the Community of Practice initiative for COMSEC, focusing on all Upper-Level LAN connections across three Sandia locations: New Mexico, Minnesota, and California.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the installation, configuration, and maintenance of LAN/WAN infrastructure, including routers, switches, and firewalls.
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure optimal functionality and security.
• Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive COMSEC policies to safeguard sensitive information.
• Oversee the management and maintenance of COMSEC material in both physical and electronic formats, including keying responsibilities.
• Manage communications security accounts and create and maintain databases to ensure compliance with established procedures and instructions.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to enforce robust network security measures.
• Serve as the SME for DOE/IN and OGA sponsors, providing expert guidance and support for their networking and COMSEC requirements.
• Lead the Community of Practice initiative for COMSEC, coordinating efforts for all Upper-Level LAN connections across Sandia locations in New Mexico, Minnesota, and California.
• Respond to security incidents, conduct investigations, and implement corrective actions as necessary.
• Maintain thorough documentation of network configurations, security measures, and compliance protocols.
• Provide technical support to end-users and conduct training sessions on network security best practices.
• Analyze, interpret, and implement communications and technical policies, procedures, and directives from the National Security Agency, U.S. Department of Energy, and Other Government Agencies (OGA).
• Author and maintain comprehensive documentation, including forms, policies, and procedures, ensuring adherence to program, corporate, and federal guidelines.

Due to the nature of the work, the selected applicant must be able to work onsite.

Salary Range

$74,700 - $144,400

*Salary range is estimated, and actual salary will be determined after consideration of the selected candidate's experience and qualifications, and application of any approved geographic salary differential.

Qualifications We Require

• Requires high school diploma plus three or more years of directly related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proven experience in communications security, with a strong focus on the implementation and management of COMSEC measures.
• Experience implementing new connections, including the setup of cryptography equipment, switch configurations, and endpoint connections
• In-depth knowledge of cryptographic protocols and secure communication technologies
• Active DOE Q-level (or DOD equivalent) security clearance.

Qualifications We Desire

• Extensive experience with software upgrades and the development of security tools from source code.
• Proficient in performing hardware additions, changes, and upgrades related to secure communications.
• Previous experience working with OGA to develop new solutions and establish new connections.
• Strong understanding of secure hardware components and their configurations.
• Excellent collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• A degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field is preferred.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), CompTIA Network+, etc.) are highly desirable.
• Strong skills in software development related to networking and system utilities.
• Familiarity with emerging security measures, including encryption technology and secure network configurations.
• Ability to monitor secure communications and respond effectively to security breaches or abnormal behavior.

About Our Team

HSO Mission It's primary mission is to provide specialized IT solutions that support Sandia's critical partnerships with other government agencies (OGA's). We deliver tailored IT services and project expertise that align with the unique needs and goals of special operations conducted at Sandia National Laboratories. With a deep understanding of operations and regulations, we navigate complex solutions to enhance efficiency, security, and transparency within government agencies. Our commitment to efficiency, security, and transparency drives us to design, develop, and implement technology solutions to resolve the nation's most challenging security issues.

Posting Duration

This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of seven (7) calendar days, including the 'posting date'. Sandia reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time.

Security Clearance

Position requires a Department of Energy (DOE) Q security clearance to start, or equivalent active security clearance with another U.S. government agency (e.g., DOD). Sandia is required by DOE directive to conduct a pre-employment drug test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, law enforcement records, and employment/education verifications. Applicants for employment need to be able to maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. If you hold more than one citizenship (i.e., of the U.S. and another country), your ability to obtain a security clearance may be impacted.

Applicants offered employment with Sandia are subject to a federal background investigation to meet the requirements for access to classified information or matter if the duties of the position require a DOE security clearance. Substance abuse or illegal drug use, falsification of information, criminal activity, serious misconduct or other indicators of untrustworthiness can cause a clearance to be denied or terminated by DOE, resulting in the inability to perform the duties assigned and subsequent termination of employment.

EEO

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status and any other protected class under state or federal law.

NNSA Requirements for MedPEDs

If you have a Medical Portable Electronic Device (MedPED), such as a pacemaker, defibrillator, drug-releasing pump, hearing aids, or diagnostic equipment and other equipment for measuring, monitoring, and recording body functions such as heartbeat and brain waves, if employed by Sandia National Laboratories you may be required to comply with NNSA security requirements for MedPEDs.

If you have a MedPED and you are selected for an on-site interview at Sandia National Laboratories, there may be additional steps necessary to ensure compliance with NNSA security requirements prior to the interview date.