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Ft. Meade, MD• Link Encryptor Family (LEF) development, evaluation and certification efforts.
• Ensure interoperability between LEF implementations by specifying requirements and verifying compliance. Develop new versions of the LEF Cryptographic Interoperability Specification (LEFCIS) and maintain existing versions.
• Provide laboratory engineering support and participate in planning, setup, testing, and reporting of security, functionality, interoperability, and conformance testing of LEF products.
Requirements needed to qualify for the role:
• Understanding of encryption technologies and cryptographic principles.
• Knowledge of system certification and accreditation (C&A) processes.
• Experience in performing vulnerability assessments, threat modeling, and risk analysis.
• Knowledge of network devices, including routers, switches, firewalls, and intrusion detection/prevention systems.
• Understanding of networking concepts and protocols, including serial communications (EIA-530, EIA-422/423, EIA-232, EIA-644), TCP/IP, HTTP/S, SSL/TLS, and RESTCONF/YANG.
• Knowledge of Operating Systems, including Linux, Windows and VMware
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Deep understanding of symmetric and asymmetric key management techniques and principles.
• Experience with encryptors, secure communications, and cryptographic product evaluation.
• Familiarity with NSA’s Information Assurance Security Requirements Directive (IASRD) and Security Evaluation Requirements Document (SERD) requirements and security methods necessary to meet requirements.
• Experience reviewing and analyzing security documentation required to obtain NSA certification
• Experience with test equipment and analysis tools, including oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, network sniffers, and LAN/WAN testers.
• Experience with installation, configuration, and use of Link Encryptor Family devices, including KIV-7M.
• Knowledge of Tactical Data Links, such as Link-11, Link-16, and Link-22.
• Knowledge of satellite system Ground Operating Equipment encryptors, such as MYK-15A, MYK-16B, MYK-17B, and GRYPHON.
• Experience writing requirements specifications.
• Knowledge of the Link Encryptor Family Cryptographic Interoperability Specification (LEFCIS).
• Experience in the development and operation of LEFCIS compliant products.
• Experience developing Operational Security Doctrine and policies that define cybersecurity objectives for the protection and use of LEF devices.
• Experience in designing security solutions to mitigate risks and ensure compliance with government regulations (e.g., RMF, FISMA, NIST 800-53).
• Certifications relevant to Linux or specific networking technologies are a plus (e.g., RHCSA, RHCE, or CCNA).
Optimus Technology is a SDVO (Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned) small business founded in 2010. We are known for our exceptionally talented group of Engineers and Technical experts with superior knowledge and experience in Cyber Technologies and the latest technology trends. Our dedication in pairing the right Optimus Technologist with the right customer solution is at the core of our Partnership commitment and critical to the performance and satisfaction of our employees, the pinnacle of the Optimus culture.
Why us?
We strive to provide the best well-rounded benefits package available.
- Premium health, dental, and vision package
- Company funded HRA
- 401k company contributions
- Employer paid group term life insurance policy
- Tuition assistance and career development
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Paid time off
- Referral bonuses
- Company outings, giveaways & more
Optimus practices a policy of non-discrimination and is fully committed to the principles of equality in employment and opportunity for all employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to age, gender, race, religion, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit based factor.