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Aurex

Cryptographic Systems Engineer (CSE)

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$140K - $220K/yr

Cryptographic Systems Engineer (CSE) Chantilly, VA Who We Are Aurex is a mission-focused aerospace and defense company building the next frontier of deterrence. From hypersonics and missile defense ...

Nvidia

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We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer in Cryptographic Key Management to join us in Santa Clara, CA. Want once in a lifetime opportunity to collaborate with the brightest minds, pushing the ...

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Aurora, CO · On-site

$100.40K - $134.50K/yr

Cryptographic Key Management Specialist LOCATIONAurora, CO 80014 CLEARANCETS/SCI Full Poly (Please ... SIMILAR CAREER TITLESCryptographic Key Manager, Key Management Specialist, Encryption Engineer ...

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Familiarity with programming languages commonly used in cryptography, such as Python, C/C++, or ... Extensive knowledge of cryptographic principles, with a focus on post-quantum cryptography.

Cymertek

Cryptographic Key Management Specialist

Aurora, CO · On-site

$100.40K - $134.50K/yr

SIMILAR CAREER TITLES Cryptographic Key Manager, Key Management Specialist, Encryption Engineer, Cryptography Specialist, Data Protection Analyst, Information Security Specialist, Cybersecurity ...

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Cryptographic Key Management Specialist

Tysons, VA · On-site

$98.90K - $132.50K/yr

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Cryptographic Systems Engineer (CSE)

Aurex

Chantilly, VA • On-site

$140K - $220K/yr

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

Cryptographic Systems Engineer (CSE)

Chantilly, VA

Who We Are

Aurex is a mission-focused aerospace and defense company building the next frontier of deterrence. From hypersonics and missile defense to hardened networks and orbital systems, we design, test, and deliver the platforms that turn unproven ideas into battlefield-ready capability.

Born in Huntsville and built for speed, Aurex brings together aerospace veterans, combat-tested operators, and forward-leaning technologists to solve problems that matter—fast. We move from whiteboard to warfighter with precision, clarity, and zero tolerance for fluff.

Job Description

As a Cryptographic Systems Engineer, you will analyze user requirements, concept of operations documents, and high-level system architectures to develop rigorous system requirements specifications. You will serve as a technical guide for users, advising on alternative approaches and conducting feasibility studies to ensure mission success.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Technical Leadership: Lead the integration of requirements, design, and technology, incorporating new plans and systems into ongoing operations.
  • Government Liaison: Interact directly with Government stakeholders regarding Systems Engineering technical considerations, resolving complex problems and conflicts.
  • Compliance & Certification: Leverage deep experience with NSA processes to support the approval and certification of cryptographic solutions. This includes Security Requirements Development, Guidance and Analysis, Testing & Validation, and obtaining Authority to Operate (ATO).
  • Space Systems Engineering: Apply expertise in Security Engineering for Space Systems, specifically in the selection, implementation, and verification of cryptographic solutions for orbital applications.

Qualifications:

  • Security Clearance: Active TOP SECRET clearance is required. SCI access with Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph preferred.
  • Experience: Proven track record with NSA certification processes and space-based cryptographic implementations.

How You Will Be Rewarded

The salary range for this role is $140,000.00 - $220,000.00 per year. We offer a comprehensive total rewards approach to compensation, providing incentives and benefits that extend far beyond the base salary. Compensation is determined by the candidate’s work experience, education, training, and relevant skills. We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support our employees' health, well-being, and professional growth.

Location: Chantilly, VA

Aurex is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It prohibits discrimination, retaliation, or any type of harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, citizenship, immigration status, or any other legally protected status in employment, including in hiring, firing, and recruiting decisions. All applicants must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States for positions at Aurex. There may be limited circumstances in which a law, regulation, executive order, or government contract would require certain citizenship; only in those limited circumstances would Aurex require certain citizenship status to comply with the relevant law, regulation, executive order, or government contract applicable to that position. For all other positions, Aurex does not consider an applicant’s citizenship but only requires that the applicant be authorized to work lawfully in the United States. If a position is one that falls under export control laws and regulations requiring authorization from the U.S. government to access export-controlled items, any hiring is contingent on the applicant passing the export compliance assessment, which is separate from the I-9 process, for that specific position. A background check will be required prior to any hire.

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