COMSEC Custodian/ Special Device Inventory Manager (OCONUS)

GLOTECH, Inc.; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision care

401(k) retirement savings plan

Educational assistance

Job summary

A technology services firm in Rockville is seeking a COMSEC Custodian/Special Device Inventory Manager to manage sensitive COMSEC materials for U.S. military clients. Responsibilities include updating inventory databases and safeguarding equipment. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of a High School Diploma, relevant COMSEC experience, and a DoD Secret clearance. Comprehensive benefits and a focus on career development are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant COMSEC support and/or industrial security experience.
• Must maintain a DoD Secret clearance with the ability to obtain TS/SCI if required.
• Working knowledge of NISPOM and other DoD security guidance.

Responsibilities

• Perform receipt and updates of the inventory database.
• Safeguard and distribute special devices and materials.
• Prepare and submit inventory reports to U.S. agencies.

Skills

COMSEC support

Industrial security experience

Communication skills

Inventory management

Security clearances

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Navy Radio systems

Crypto systems

Job description

COMSEC Custodian/ Special Device Inventory Manager (OCONUS)

Job Location: US-MD-Rockville

Overview

GLOTECH, Inc., founded in 1995, is a privately and minority-owned company serving military, federal and commercial clients. We are a successful Information Technology firm with a large staff currently providing superior information technology and advanced engineering services around the world. Our success is built on attracting and retaining quality staff through a highly competitive benefits package with a special focus on continuing career development and corporate financial support. We also maintain a collegial working environment and offer our staff opportunities to improve and enhance their skills.

GLOTECH is committed to a comprehensive employee benefits program that helps our employees stay healthy, feel secure and maintain a work/life balance. We provide medical, dental and vision care, disability insurance, Life & AD&DD Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Programs, Annual Leave, Sick Leave, Holiday Pay, Educational Assistance, Certification/Training Reimbursement, and a 401(k) retirement savings contribution plan with employer match.

Responsibilities

GLOTECH, Inc. seeks a COMSEC Custodian /Special Device Inventory Manager (OCONUS) to join our team in support of projected new work with our military client.

This position requires an active Secret government clearance. Deployment position to TBD OCONUS Location.

The COMSEC Custodian/Special Device Inventory Manager performs receipt, temporary storage, and transfer services for U.S. DoD provided single or two-person special access control devices, COMSEC equipment, FMS customer host nation provided COMSEC equipment, documents, keying, and other materials; trains FMS host nation personnel in proper custodianship; safeguards; and conducts periodic inventories and inspections.

• Performs receipt and updates of the inventory database when a shipment arrives.
• Safeguards and distributes special devices, COMSEC equipment, and material to work locations.
• Addresses obsolescence and facilitates repair or disposal.
• Provides installation support and performs troubleshooting.
• Compiles and submits inventory reports to relevant U.S. agencies.
• Updates inventory status at COCOM meetings (e.g., CCIB, CIWG).
• Submits transfer, destruction, and possession reports to appropriate U.S. DoD offices.
• Serves as liaison between host country authorities and U.S. DoD agencies such as COCOM, NSA, ODC.
• Coordinates with the ODC for FMS case repairs or replacements.
• Provides inventory and COMSEC subject matter expertise for technical investigations.
• Attends relevant U.S. training or conferences to stay updated on controlled cryptographic items.
• Provides training and technical support to OCONUS host country personnel, including COMSEC Responsible Officer training.
• Participates in stakeholder meetings, including briefing and drafting meeting minutes.
• Stays informed of new requirements from U.S. agencies.
• Provides a Trip Report for travel related to special inventory or COMSEC meetings.
• Develops and maintains a Distribution Plan for keying material control.
• Provides necessary equipment, such as cables and office equipment.
• Adheres strictly to U.S. DoD policies, NAG 14C and 18A, NSTISSI 4000 Series, NSA COMSEC policies, and COCOM MOAs.
• Performs security and IA procedures:
  • Reports any security violations to the USG COMSEC Manager.
  • Reports any incident that affects maintaining a SECRET clearance.
  • Completes and maintains annual DoD IA training.
• Coordinates facility and security management with the COCOM and COR.
• Maintains a directed courier card for transport of COMSEC devices and material.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a High School Diploma and 5+ years of relevant COMSEC support and/or industrial security experience.
• Must possess & maintain at least a DoD Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance if required.
• Working knowledge of NISPOM and other DoD security guidance.
• Ability to implement and manage industrial security processes/best practices.
• Ability to interpret and administer security doctrine, provide guidance, and recommend policy modifications.
• Aptitude to develop an effective security awareness, training, and education program.
• Ability to track and conduct COMSEC material inventories.
• Ability to maintain lock & key records and conduct physical security walkthroughs.
• Ability to investigate and report suspicious or unusual occurrences and coordinate with security agencies.
• Ability to issue employee identification cards and validate authorization for restricted areas.
• Basic knowledge of processing personnel for security clearances.
• Ability to conduct initial security briefings, debriefings, indoctrinations, pre- / post-foreign travel briefings and refresher briefings.
• Ability to support DSS or other customer security assessments.
• Communication skills to maintain positive relationships with internal/external customers.
• Ability to conduct briefings and participate in technical meetings.
• Basic knowledge of incident/violation investigations and report development.
• Ability to compile data and provide necessary metrics or performance highlights.
• Firm understanding of personally identifiable information (PII) and safeguarding methods.

Desired Qualifications

• Familiar with Navy Radio systems.
• Knowledge of integrating Crypto systems into existing communication systems.
• Intermediary Application (iApp) experience.
• Experience building cables for audio systems.
• Navy C school electronics training or similar.
• Familiar with system checkouts on board ships and Navy shore stations.
• CRO for type 1 Crypto.
• Level 1 Board level Maintenance experience.
• A self-starter who requires minimal supervision.

This is a talent pipeline opening. We are building a network of qualified talent for general consideration for near future COMSEC Custodian (OCONUS) job openings.

GLOTECH, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.