COMSEC Test Engineer at Trillion Technology Solutions, Inc in Oceanside, CA, USA
- Company: Trillion Technology Solutions, Inc
- Location: Oceanside, CA, USA
- Posted: Sep 18, 2026
- Type: Full-time
- Salary: 75000-80000 per year
- Experience: 4+ years
Overview
This position blends advanced COMSEC expertise with multi-layer network engineering to ensure mission-ready, secure communications across complex environments. Individuals will apply detailed technical knowledge of COMSEC equipment, communications protocols, and network infrastructure to support ins…
Job description
- This position blends advanced COMSEC expertise with multi-layer network engineering to ensure mission-ready, secure communications across complex environments. Individuals will apply detailed technical knowledge of COMSEC equipment, communications protocols, and network infrastructure to support installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and functional checkout of hardware/software configurations. This role also provides Tier III operational support and contributes to the reliability and security of enterprise-level networks.
Responsibilities
- COMSEC Engineering & Testing
- · Technical Integration - Apply deep expertise in space and terrestrial communications protocols to mitigate technical and programmatic risks during COMSEC system integration.
- · Systems Operations - Execute precise configuration, operation, and performance testing on COMSEC systems to ensure mission readiness.
- · Maintenance & Troubleshooting - Perform fault isolation, troubleshooting, and maintenance actions to restore systems to peak functionality.
- · Functional Validation - Conduct comprehensive functional checkouts of hardware/software configurations to meet rigorous security specifications.
- Network Operations & Engineering
- · LAN/WAN Support - Support installation and maintenance of client LAN/WAN devices.
- · Incident Response - Respond to and resolve incidents; demonstrate strong troubleshooting and communication skills.
- · Change Management - Draft and implement standard network change requests.
- · Enterprise Level Support - Support end users with incident management, site surveys, TEMS, and new equipment installation.
- · Configuration Management - Update topology drawings, maintain accurate asset records, and conduct inventory.
- Technical Networking Skills
- · Layer 1 Networking - CAT5/6, SM/MM fiber, serial cables, SFPs.
- · Layer 2 Networking - Configure/troubleshoot switches, MAC addresses, VLANs, port security.
- · Layer 3 Networking - Subnetting; familiarity with OSPF, BGP, GRE and general routing best practices
- · Switching & IOS Upgrades - Perform IOS upgrades for Cisco.
- · VM Lifecycle Management - Ability to provision, manage, and allocate resources for Virtual Machines (VMs) and guest OS installations.
Requirements
- · Active TOP SECRET/SCI clearance or eligible to obtain.
- · Compliance with DoD 8140 IAT Level II requirements.
- · Practical experience installing and operating COMSEC equipment within secure communications architectures.
- · Familiarity with utilizing Encryption Fill devices (Simple Key Loader, Tactical Key Loader)
- · Strong understanding of cryptographic key management and secure transport solutions.
- · Familiarity with fundamental cryptography concepts, including the management, lifecycle, and secure handling of public and private encryption keys.
- · Working knowledge of modern cryptographic protocols and secure communication standards such as HAIPE, IPsec, cryptographic algorithms, over-the-network-keying, and over-the-air-transfer.
- · Experience with automated network testing platforms, with direct experience utilizing Spirent environments or equivalent industry-standard traffic generators
- · Strong proficiency in scripting with Python and PowerShell to support automation and change management.
Skills
Required
- Switching & IOS Upgrades for Cisco