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COMSEC Analyst

Join SpaceX as a COMSEC Analyst to manage key COMSEC disciplines supporting the security of launch vehicles and satellites.

Location
Hawthorne, CA, United States
Compensation
$85k–$140k/yr
Level
mid
Type
full time

Posted by employer 1 day ago

First seen on Joblaze 17 minutes ago

Last verified on the company career page 17 minutes ago

What you'll build

  • Manage COMSEC accounts
  • Perform self-inspections and inventories
  • Operate End Crypto Units
  • Prepare COMSEC deliverables
  • Interface with customer counterparts

Must have

  • Bachelor’s degree or 3+ years of experience in COMSEC
  • 1+ years of experience in COMSEC or a security field

Nice to have

  • 2+ years of experience with CNSSI 4005 & 4001
  • 1+ year of experience with iApp, KMI, CARDS
  • Experience preparing security deliverables
  • Strong ability to work across departments
  • Experience presenting to leadership

Practical constraints

  • Must be willing to work in a classified environment
  • Must be able to possess and maintain a CompTIA Security+ certification
  • Requires Top Secret Security Clearance

Requirements

Experience
1–3 years
Education
Bachelor's degree

Not disclosed in this posting: work arrangement, visa sponsorship.

Benefits

401k Match Paid Vacation Equity/Stock Options Paid Holidays Health Insurance Parental Leave

Joblaze summary

In the role of COMSEC Analyst at SpaceX, the individual will manage COMSEC accounts, oversee compliance activities, and prepare security deliverables to ensure the protection of sensitive information related to launch vehicles and satellites. Proficiency with End Crypto Units and familiarity with COMSEC policies are essential, alongside a background in security or COMSEC. This position is suited for candidates with at least a year of relevant experience, particularly those who can work independently and effectively communicate with leadership and customers.

Joblaze insights

  • Listed today — first seen on Joblaze November 12, 2026. Last confirmed on SpaceX's careers page November 12, 2026.
  • This exact title is also open at 1 other location at SpaceX: Hawthorne, CA.
  • Salary band is below the typical range for Security roles (median ~$170,000).
  • Starts above 2% of 126 comparable mid security roles in United States we track (median $130,000 across 48 companies).
  • KGR-42 appears in 1.8% of 218 comparable mid security roles in United States; COMSEC appears in 1.4% of 218 comparable mid security roles in United States.

Quick facts

What's the salary range?
SpaceX lists $85,000–$140,000 for this role.
How much experience is required?
1–3 years of relevant experience for this COMSEC Analyst role.
What's the tech stack?
Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: COMSEC, End Crypto Units, KG-175, KG-250, KGR-42.
What seniority level is this role?
SpaceX targets mid-level candidates for this position.
Is this full-time or contract?
Full-time for this COMSEC Analyst role at SpaceX.

From the original posting

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

COMSEC ANALYST
Join SpaceX as a COMSEC Analyst and take ownership of key COMSEC disciplines that directly support the security of our launch vehicles, satellites, and ground systems. This role offers the opportunity to implement creative security solutions while ensuring national security requirements are met without slowing the pace of innovation.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Independently manage COMSEC accounts, key issuance, and destruction procedures
  • Perform and oversee self-inspections, inventories, and compliance activities to company standards
  • Operate, troubleshoot, and configure End Crypto Units including the KG-175 suite, KGR-42, and KG-250 suite
  • Prepare COMSEC deliverables such as security plans and key management plans with limited oversight
  • Interface with customer counterparts at the security execution level and present to leadership

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s degree; OR 3+ years of professional experience in COMSEC or a security field in lieu of a degree
  • 1+ years of experience in COMSEC or a security field

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • 2+ years of experience with CNSSI 4005 & 4001, NCSM Vol. 2, NSA/CSS Manual 3-16, and related COMSEC policies and procedures
  • 1+ year of experience with systems including International Association of Privacy Professionals (iApp), Key Management Infrastructure (KMI), CARDS, CORE, and Distributed INFOSEC Account System (DIAS)
  • Experience preparing security deliverables and identifying creative solutions that protect national security
  • Strong ability to work across departments and interface effectively with customer counterparts
  • Experience presenting to leadership and determining work priorities independently

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must be willing to work in a classified environment
  • Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed
  • Must be able to possess and maintain a CompTIA Security+ certification.
  • An active clearance may provide the opportunity for you to work on sensitive SpaceX missions; if so, you will be subject to pre-employment drug and random drug and alcohol testing
  • This position requires successfully obtaining and maintaining a Top Secret Security Clearance as a condition of employment. While the clearance may not be immediately necessary upon hire, we encourage you to initiate the application process promptly upon accepting this offer. Your ability to secure the necessary clearance is essential for fulfilling key responsibilities of the role. Should you be unable to obtain it, SpaceX reserves the right to modify or terminate your employment to align with operational needs

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range:
Level 1: $85,000.00 - $115,000.00
Level 2: $105,000.00 - $140,000.00

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.

Those with an active clearance will receive a 10% differential, up to an additional $20,000 annually, once officially briefed into a classified program.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

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