Location: Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA; On-Site
Employment Type: Full-Time
Shift: N/A

About the Company
Athena Technology Group, Inc. (ATG) is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone) established in 2010. ATG has immense experience and a strong, solid reputation throughout various government agencies providing consistently superior, innovative and cost-effective solutions. ATG is a premier provider of cybersecurity, risk management framework (RMF) and communications cybersecurity solutions as well as information technology (IT) and communications consulting, system engineering, integration, deployment and operation of state-of-the-art command and control and information systems that deliver critical network centric solution to the warfighter. We are looking for innovative industry professionals to join our team and continue our proven track record.
ATG is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Minorities/Females/Vets/Disability
Job Summary
ATG is seeking a COOP Site Engineer to support the International Partner Advanced Extremely High Frequency Support Center (IPASC) by establishing, operating, and maintaining the IPASC Continuity of Operations (COOP) site at Vandenberg SFB. This role requires a senior technical professional capable of independently managing complex engineering, COMSEC, and operational tasks while coordinating closely with IPASC leadership, International Partners, and multiple base organizations. The engineer ensures the COOP site is fully mission ready to assume all IPASC functions within 96 hours of notification and maintains superior knowledge of IP planning, operations, and mission essential tasks.  Work is at Vandenberg Space Force Base, California
Key Responsibilities

• Manage the operation and maintenance of the IPASC COOP site at VSFB, CA
• Maintain full operational readiness of all classified and unclassified systems including: MPSS, RM databases, MASC, BICES, direct lines, voice systems and local IT infrastructure
• Serve as the KMI/COMSEC Alternate Account Manger for the site, overseeing Tier 2/3 equipment, keying material, inventory and reporting
• Interpret and implementation of COMSEC policy, directives and security requirements, development of procedures and job aids
• Provide AEHF crypto support including ECU registration, endorsement, tracking and user instruction
• Develop and maintain COOP SOPs, TTPs and mission-essential documentation
• Conduct COOP exercises and support ongoing IPASC mission-essential tasks
• Perform additional duties as Alt KOAM, security representative, property custodian and system administrator
• Provide COMSEC/INFOSEC awareness training to users and ensure compliance with USSF and partner-nation requirements
• Support IPASC team members, attend mission meetings, and travel to Colorado Springs and IP locations as required

Qualifications:

Required:

• US Citizenship and an active DoD TOP SECRET/SCI Clearance are required for the position
• 12 years’ experience with MILSATCOM environments
• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience)
• Security Plus certification and KMI certifications required (or ability to obtain); if candidate does not have KMI, they will be required to attend the one month KMI school within one year of hire date
• Extensive knowledge of USSF COMSEC handing procedures, Tier 2/3 equipment and Controlled Cryptographic Items (CCI)
• Experience developing SOPs, guides and operational procedures
• Background in system administration, software installation and IT troubleshooting
• Ability to independently manage complex engineering tasks and coordinate across multiple organizations
• Strong written and verbal skills

Desired:

• Experience managing a KMI Account, including system configuration and operation of the Management Client/Advanced Key Processor (MGC/AKP)
• 12 years working in a COMSEC/KMI environment
• Experience with AEHF (terminals, operations, key management, mission planning element)
• Specialized experience in performing SKL – SKL transfers using Secure telephones
• Knowledge and experience in establishing Internet Protocol networks using Microsoft Windows and performing file transfers using AF approved File Transfer Protocol (FTP) software over a dial-up or dedicated network connection
• Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering field
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Expert with common computer applications – MS Office suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, etc.), Adobe, Internet Explorer, Chrome, File Explorer, etc.

Physical and Environmental Conditions

• Work to be performed out of Vandenberg Space Force Base, California, supporting various missions across the area of responsibility.
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time in office-setting

Additional Benefits

• Performance Bonuses and annual salary reviews
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment

ATG is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.

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