Join SpaceX as a COMSEC Analyst to manage key COMSEC disciplines supporting the security of launch vehicles and satellites.
Posted by employer 3 months ago
First seen on Joblaze 3 months ago
Last verified on the company career page 1 day ago
Skills & Technologies
Requirements
- Experience
- 1–3 years
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
Not disclosed in this posting: work arrangement, visa sponsorship.
Benefits
Joblaze summary
The COMSEC Analyst at SpaceX is responsible for managing COMSEC accounts, overseeing compliance activities, and ensuring the security of critical systems related to launch vehicles and satellites. This role requires expertise in operating and troubleshooting various crypto units, along with a solid understanding of national security protocols. Ideal candidates will have a background in COMSEC or security, with at least a year of relevant experience, and the ability to work independently while interfacing with leadership and customers. The position is set within a dynamic team focused on innovative security solutions in a fast-paced environment.
Joblaze insights
- Listed about 3 months ago — first seen on Joblaze June 18, 2026. Last confirmed on SpaceX's careers page October 7, 2026.
- Salary band is below the typical range for Security roles (median ~$170,000).
- Starts above 5% of 111 comparable mid security roles in United States we track (median $130,000 across 44 companies).
- KGR-42 appears in 1.6% of 192 comparable mid security roles in United States; CORE appears in 1% of 192 comparable mid security roles in United States.
Quick facts
- What's the salary range?
- SpaceX lists $85,000–$115,000 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: CNSSI 4001, CNSSI 4005, CORE, Cards, Distributed INFOSEC Account System, End Crypto Units.
- 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
- 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 - $135,000.00
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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