About the Role
LCS Defense is seeking a highly skilled, highly motivated, and experienced Key Management Specialist to support critical cryptographic operations. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background in COMSEC management and a demonstrated ability to develop and implement robust key management solutions in Aberdeen Proving Grounds. MD.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities:
· Maintain and support COMSEC infrastructure, devices, applications, and protocols including, but not limited to: EKMS, KMI, MGC, SKL, TKL, iApp, JENM, ACES, Atom, and End Cryptographic Units.
· Review, analyze, and contribute to the development of Key and Certificate Management Plans (KCMPs), specifications, standards, and supporting documentation.
· Develop comprehensive test plans, procedures, and use cases to validate key management systems and emerging technologies.
· Provide support during test events and evaluations of new technologies.
· Serve as a key liaison with vendors and various DoD stakeholders, including presenting to senior leadership.
· Actively participate in and support Army, DoD, and NSA Key Management Working Groups.
Qualifications:
· Requirements include a bachelor’s degree in electrical/computer engineering,
· 7+ years experience
· Proven experience with COMSEC infrastructure and related technologies (as listed above).
· Demonstrated experience in the review and development of KCMPs, standards, and implementation guidance.
· Strong analytical and technical writing skills.
· Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
· Comfortable operating within a laboratory setting.
· Security Clearance: Must possess an active SECRET clearance; TS SCI preferred.
· Travel: Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time.
About the Company
Why Join Us?
• Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement.
• Engage in cutting-edge prototyping and advanced technologies.
About LCS
LCS Defense, LLC is a small business specializing in Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Cyber, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (C5ISR) services by providing complex cyber security and secure communication solutions. Our capabilities include the requirements analysis, definition design, development, integration and deployment of systems that support national leadership and our warfighters. Established in 2017, LCS supports a variety of customers in the National Capital Region including Aberdeen Proving Grounds, Fort Meade and beyond.
Our size is our strength! Given LCS’ small size we can ensure we keep focused on the things that matter the most, our employees, our customers and their families! LCS believes that the key to our mutual success is policies and processes that support a positive work/life balance. Our compensation plans include accommodation for that entrepreneurial spirit or just plain old hard work. We have some of the best benefits in the industry and are ready to make you part of our story!
LCS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.