Cleared Senior/Principal COMSEC & Networking Technician, CA Onsite

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: *These benefits vary by job classification. What Your Job Will Be Like The Communications and Network Systems organization is seeking a motivated and detail oriented COMSEC & Networking Technician (job title: LAN/WAN Support Technologist) to support a variety of national security-focused programs. This role will contribute to the implementation and sustainment of COMSEC policies to safeguard sensitive communications. On any given day, you may be called on to: Administer, implement, and perform day‑to‑day management of the COMSEC program to ensure reliable and secure connectivity for Sandia's mission‑critical programs. Maintain accurate records of accountable material and oversee the implementation of Federal program requirements. Install, configure, and troubleshoot encrypting devices in partnership with networking subject matter experts to ensure secure, reliable communication systems. Coordinate with designated Federal officials and internal stakeholders to ensure compliance across security programs. Manage physical and electronic keying material, communications security accounts, and audit records, and databases. Create and update COMSEC databases and ensure compliance with Federal directives. Monitor network health, troubleshoot bottlenecks or off‑normal behavior, and intervene to restore optimal operation. Support security audits and contribute to corrective actions and documentation. Due to the nature of the work, the selected applicant must be able to work onsite. Salary Range $88,900 - $171,900 *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 High school diploma plus three or more years of directly related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience or familiarity with Federal security programs such as COMSEC, TEMPEST, or Cyber. Active DOE Q-level security clearance or equivalent DOD Top Secret level security clearance. Qualifications We Desire Hands on experience managing and troubleshooting encrypting devices. Active certification within the DOE COMSEC program. Customer focused approach to problem solving and stakeholder engagement. Knowledge of networking concepts and the ability to assess potential networking issues. Ability to make sound decisions in complex situations where information may be incomplete. Familiarity with government regulations, agency directives, and classified matter protection and control. Proficiency with OSI model layers, TCP/IP, LAN/WAN protocols, encryption technologies, and secure hardware configurations. Experience with operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting local area networks and wide area networks in support of secure communications. Active SCI-level clearance. About Our Team The Communication and Network Systems Department provides vital services for Sandia's California Laboratory. These services include telecommunication infrastructure, computer networks, and cyber/SCI security resources. The telecommunications services ranges from providing advanced mobile devices to the most protected communication systems available to satisfy our customer's needs. The multi‑layer networking infrastructure utilizes the latest technology specializing in high speed communications and advanced infrastructure management. Our Cyber/SCI Security programs provide the assurance that all aspects of our California Laboratory are appropriately managed. Our organization's responsibility includes design, implementation, maintenance, and customer service of each element of our business. Emphasis is placed on cost effectiveness, reliable services, innovation solutions, and teamwork. Our organization provides a wide range of opportunities for career development in the expanding fields of communications, computer networks and security disciplines. Posting Duration This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of three (3) 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sacbar