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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Crypto Security Engineer - **Company:** TRINZIC CORP - **Location:** El Segundo, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $163,000.0 - $204,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Adobe InDesign, Software Applications, Systems Engineering, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Firmware, Information Systems Security Architecture Professional, Key Management, Microsoft PowerPoint, Satcom, Requirements Traceability, Software Requirements Analysis, Verification and Validation (Software), Information Technology, Atlassian Tools - **Published:** October 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3466818961&tx=JP6761FFI&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54 ## About the Role * An active TS/SCI is required for this position * Bachelors degree * Understanding of the discipline and practice of Systems Engineering throughout the system lifecycle phases of concept, development, production, operations, and sustainment * 15+ years' experience with systems engineering, which may include crypto, cyber security, requirements development, verification, integration, and test * 10+ years' experience with crypto, NSA certification processes, and Key Management processes * 5+ years' experience with military or DoD or Intelligence Community space and ground * Proficient in Microsoft Office products, such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint * Possess strong oral and written communication and presentation skills; able to author final-version deliverable technical documents and reports, * Bachelors degree in technical field, such as engineering, mathematics, physics, information systems, information technology, or computer science * Masters degree * Familiarity with Jira and Confluence * Experience with NSA's Key Management Infrastructure (KMI) * Experience with HAIPEs and cross-domain solutions (CDS) * Certifications, such as CISSP, SANS, CEH, INCOSE CSEP or ESEP, OCSMP (MBSE) ## Description KBR is seeking a Sustainment Test & Evaluation (T&E) Engineer to support a Space Systems Command (SSC) Program Management Office (PMO) located at Peterson Space Force Base (PSFB), CO. We conduct Operations & Sustainment (O&S) activities for state-of-the-art Military and Commercial Satellite Communications (SATCOM) and Nuclear Command, Control and Communications (NC3) systems, providing global secure, survivable and protected communications for our Nation's warfighters. We are looking for an innovative, creative and highly-motivated T&E Engineer capable of autonomous, on-the-job learning/growth to conduct independent testing as well as terminal operations for a diverse set of strategic and tactical MILSATCOM space systems and NC3 capabilities/infrastructure. The ideal candidate will employ their skills and experience to tackle technical challenges and drive executable solutions for legacy and transitioning strategic and tactical space-based telecommunication capabilities. The ideal candidate will conduct test planning, execution and assessments using established/proven government processes and procedures for independent verification and validation of new hardware/software changes to technical baselines. Work in a state-of-the-art laboratory with multiple to effectively and efficiently test system upgrades/improvements. Join our high-functioning, high-performing MSEIT Sustainment Integrated Product Team (IPT) and be an important part of directly and positively affecting Joint and Allied combat readiness as they employ MILSATCOM and NC3 space systems, terminals and software applications worldwide during full spectrum military operations. The MILSATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (MSEIT) effort provides leading edge Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) for the Space Force's Space Systems Command. We support the Space Force's acquisition of state-of-the-art Military Satellite Communications systems, providing global secure protected communications for our nation's warfighters. We seek technical individuals who will thrive in a highly collaborative work environment of small teams, using the most modern tools and methodologies to tackle the challenges of integrating complex space and ground communications systems., * Provide technical expertise in the development, integration, and delivery of both space and ground cryptographic units, ensuring all solutions align with mission objectives and system requirements. * Lead spacecraft cryptographic unit trade studies, evaluating candidate solutions against requirements, interface constraints, environmental considerations, performance criteria, and testability. Deliver clear, data-driven recommendations to program leadership and customers. * Oversee the technical design, interface definition, development, and delivery of needed encryption units, including hardware and firmware. Ensure compatibility with subsystems and compliance with mission, cybersecurity, and interface standards. * Manage technical design, interface definition, development, and delivery of needed encryption units, ensuring proper integration with ground systems, mission operations, and secure architectures. * Support and oversee all testing activities for encryption units including dry runs and SVT. Ensure successful completion of verification and validation campaigns by developing or reviewing test plans, procedures, and reports. Participate in TRRs, dry run, SVTs, participate in CDRL review, address anomalies, and ensure full requirement traceability. * Provide supplemental support for Protected Key Management Architecture (PKMA) including secure key management processes, documentation, and architecture alignment. * Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with government customers, contractors, subcontractors, and FFRDC partners. Represent the crypto engineering function in design reviews, technical interchange meetings, and program-level forums. * Lead and mentor engineers (junior to mid-level), including task assignment, technical reviews, and professional development. * Oversee crypto lifecycle management. Manage technical scope, priorities, and dependencies for cryptographic tasks within program schedules and constraints. * Establish and enforce cryptographic standards and best practices across programs and platforms.