Communications Security (COMSEC) Operator

Joint Strategic Technologies; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefit package

Collaborative work environment

Strong company culture

Job summary

Joint Strategic Technologies is seeking a Communications Security (COMSEC) Operator in Washington, DC to maintain cybersecurity solutions and support securing sensitive data.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 2+ years in a COMSEC role. Responsibilities include maintaining COMSEC equipment and developing compliance documentation. The position offers a competitive benefits package, and is open to veterans and military spouses.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience within a COMSEC or similar role.
• Completed KMI Training.
• Must be able to sit and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Perform corrective and preventative maintenance on COMSEC equipment.
• Support keying/re-keying of the KSV-21 cards.
• Identify and respond to system equipment problems.

Skills

Professional verbal and written communication skills

Strong Microsoft Office Suite skills

Organizational skills

Motivation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Overview

JST is currently seeking a Communications Security (COMSEC) Operator to support our security team in maintaining cybersecurity services and solutions for securing and protecting sensitive data within a government environment. The COMSEC Operator will perform corrective and preventative maintenance on COMSEC equipment as well as install, configure and manage security applications. Lead all documentation efforts specific to COMSEC and related responsibilities. This is a full‑time position located in Washington, DC. JST offers a full benefit package, a collaborative work environment and strong company culture. Veterans and military spouses are encouraged to apply.

Communications Security (COMSEC) Operator Responsibilities

• Perform corrective and preventative maintenance on COMSEC equipment
• Baseline configuration management, loading KEYMAT, fault isolation, etc.
• Support keying/re‑keying of the KSV‑21 cards and vIPer Secure Phones at the TS Level
• Provide expertise and deployment of firmware upgrades to COMSEC devices to include TACLANES, ViaSat products, and secure phones
• Setup, configuration, and management of GEM One to track General Dynamics based COMSEC devices such as TACLANES and vIPer phones
• Account Consolidation of COMSEC accounts
• Develop and test Advanced Cryptographically Capabilities (ACC) compliance
• Provide support for gathering information and developing reports
• Identify and respond to system/equipment/procedure problems
• Perform on‑going updates to operational documentation as required to ensure compliance with applicable policies and directives, and to reflect operational environment
• Performs asset management; orders, distributes, accounts for, destroys and otherwise manages all COMSEC materials required for voice, data, and video transmission
• Support the development of documentation, as part of a collaborative effort in a supporting or a backup to the KOAM function/role
• Lead efforts for development of documentation that is specific to the Technician function/role

Communications Security (COMSEC) Operator Qualifications

• Bachelors degree
• 2+ years of experience within a COMSEC or similar role
• Completed KMI Training
• Professional verbal and written communication skills
• Strong Microsoft Office Suite skills
• Must be very organized
• Highly motivated
• Must be able to sit and stand for long periods of time
• Occasional overtime and travel may be required

Required Clearances And Screenings

• Active Top‑Secret Clearance is required
• MUST be able to successfully pass a drug screen and background check

JST is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. JST will not tolerate discrimination or harassment.