We are seeking experienced Project Managers, Systems Engineers, and Software Engineers to help the Air Force develop a family of cryptographic modernization systems and devices.  The first such effort will identify and model alternatives, create evaluation criteria, conduct an evaluation of alternatives, and create requirements for a holistic system that will integrate data from multiple systems to provide visibility, accountability, and situational awareness of Air Force Controlled Cryptographic Items.

 Primary Responsibilities

• Identify, research, and help create Software Acquisition Pathway deliverables for Air Force cryptographic modernization projects.
• Develop standards, metrics, and processes for Communications Security (COMSEC) equipment health and status reporting.
• Analyze plans for device development and upgrades to ensure health and status reporting compliance.
• Assist in development of a new COMSEC reporting platform and iterative deliveries.
• Develop and write technical requirements for the efficient collection and presentation of data.
• Apply principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis to research, design, implement, test, and evaluate software and systems.
• Analyze software requirements to determine feasibility of design within time and cost constraints.
• Consult with program engineering staff to evaluate the interfaces between hardware and software and operational and performance requirements. 

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

• Work requires professional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Work requires willingness to work a flexible schedule
• Must be able to regularly stand, walk; sit; use hands to handle, feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. 

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field – Computer or Systems Engineering preferred
• Minimum of 5 years involvement with agile software development projects, preferably within the Department of Defense
• Thorough knowledge of the Air Force or DoD cryptographic enterprise required
• Prior experience as a COMSEC custodian or manager is a plus
• Experience developing agile software requirements
• Experience drafting highly technical documentation, briefings, and reports
• Knowledge of DoD Acquisition and Risk Management processes

Required licenses or certifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Active DoD Secret Security Clearance required