Crypto Test Engineer- San Diego

$80,000 - $110,000 yearly

Job Description

Crypto Test Engineer

  • Posted 11-Feb-2026 (PST)
  • San Diego, CA, USA
  • 80,000-110,000 per year
  • Full Time

Crypto Test Engineer

Nathan Kunes Inc (NKI Engineering) San Diego, California, United States
Job Description
NKI is looking for a test engineer to provide security and functional testing for cryptographic network systems. This is an exciting position which will introduce networking professionals to cutting edge networks and cryptographic systems.
Salary Range: $101,234 - $131,610 depending on experience
Responsibilities Include
  • Perform configuration and set up of networked cryptographic devices in a variety of network DoD systems and environments
  • Perform functional and performance testing of devices to determine suitability with operational military capabilities
  • Develop test reports and user guides
  • Answer technical queries and assist Navy users
  • Create/Maintain documentation of system configuration
Preferred Experience
  • Networking (Basic routing, use of Cisco IOS, knowledge of VPNs)
  • Experience administering Linux / CentOS (RHCSA preferred)
  • Security Certifications (CISSP, CompTIA+, Security+)
  • Experience configuring/managing cryptographic devices and COMSEC handling
  • Experience with key management systems/PKI concepts
  • Experience with VPN tunneling, SSH
  • Experience with monitoring tools and their implementation (e.g., Snort and Wireshark)
Travel
  • 90% in office 10% Travel with infrequent international travel.
  • Valid Passport required
Education
  • B.S. degree Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience
Clearance
  • A Must - United States Citizenship and a US DoD clearance
  • Experience with Government Crypto devices preferred
Nathan Kunes Incorporated (NKI) has been in business since 1998 and specializes in providing Software, System and Information Assurance engineering services to the DoD and Intelligence Community Agencies.
Position includes an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental, 401k, bonus pool participation and educational training opportunities.
 

 

 

Chuck Callahan

State

California