COMSEC Engineer (Mid-level)

Prosync; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Quarterly bonuses

Health benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Sponsorship for continuing education

Job summary

ProSync is seeking a COMSEC Engineer II to help ensure security and intelligence compliance for the Navy’s cryptographic systems. The role requires extensive COMSEC architecture experience, NSA/DoD compliance, and an active Top Secret/SCI clearance with SAR eligibility.

You will develop, implement, and sustain cryptographic solutions, coordinate with government customers, and maintain documentation and audits. ProSync offers bonuses, health benefits, and strong growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Four or more years’ experience in developing COMSEC key architecture and End Cryptological Unit (ECU) deliverables, process and certification.
• Active IAT/IAM Level II certification (e.g., Security+, CySA+, SSCP, CISA, CISSP, CCNA Security, etc.).
• Minimum Top Secret/SCI with SAR eligibility or higher required.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain COMSEC key management architectures for mission requirements.
• Support lifecycle management of cryptographic equipment, keying material, and ECU deliverables per NSA/DoD.
• Coordinate COMSEC activities with system developers, security personnel, and government customers for secure integration.
• Manage compliance with COMSEC policies and regulatory guidance for classified systems.
• Utilize KMI and EKMS processes for distribution, tracking, and accountability of cryptographic material.
• Provide technical support for cryptographic implementations, testing, and sustainment.
• Assist with COMSEC account inspections, audits, inventory activities, and corrective actions.
• Support certification, accreditation, and implementation of cryptographic solutions in enterprise environments.
• Prepare technical documentation, procedures, reports, and security artifacts.
• Collaborate with government and international partners on cryptographic interoperability.

Skills

COMSEC architecture

ECU deliverables

KMI/EKMS

NSA/DoD regs

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field

Tools

KMI

EKMS

Job description

*This opportunity is currently in the proposal phase and is set to be awarded in early 2027.*

ProSync is seeking passionateCOMSEC Engineer IIto help ensure security and intelligence compliance with policies and regulations, drawing on some of the nation’s leading personnel and cybersecurity thought leaders for enhancing, accelerating, and assuring the United States Navy’s ability to counter existing and emerging security threats.

ProSync Technology Group, LLC (ProSync) is an award-winning, SDVOSB Defense Contracting company with a strong military heritage and a record of excellence in supporting the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community.If you have prior military service or government contracting experience, are proud to serve and support our nation, and want to help support ProSync’s mission to “Define and Redefine the State of Possible,”

RESPONSIBILITIES

A COMSEC Engineer specialized experience must demonstrate the following:

• Develop, implement, and maintain Communications Security (COMSEC) key management architectures supporting mission and operational requirements.

• Support the lifecycle management of cryptographic equipment, keying material, and End Cryptographic Unit (ECU) deliverables in accordance with NSA and DoD requirements.

• Coordinate COMSEC activities with system developers, security personnel, program stakeholders, and government customers to ensure secure integration of cryptographic capabilities.

• Manage and maintain compliance with COMSEC policies, procedures, and regulatory guidance governing classified communications and information systems.

• Utilize and support Key Management Infrastructure (KMI) and Electronic Key Management System (EKMS) processes for the distribution, tracking, and accountability of cryptographic material.

• Provide technical support for cryptographic implementations, including troubleshooting, configuration management, testing, and operational sustainment.

• Assist with COMSEC account inspections, audits, inventory activities, and corrective action efforts to ensure accountability and compliance.

• Support the certification, accreditation, and implementation of cryptographic solutions within enterprise and mission environments.

• Develop and maintain technical documentation, procedures, reports, and security artifacts related to COMSEC operations and key management activities.

• Collaborate with government and international partners to support cryptographic interoperability requirements and secure communications initiatives.

• Research, evaluate, and provide recommendations regarding cryptographic technologies, key management processes, and COMSEC modernization efforts.

• Communicate technical information effectively through written reports, briefings, and coordination with program leadership, government representatives, and operational stakeholders.

• Four (4) or more years’ experience in developing COMSEC key architecture and in End Cryptological Unit (ECU) deliverables, process and certification.

• Specialized experience in cryptographic algorithms and interface with systems developers and international partners.

• Familiarity with NSA UIC process.

• Familiarity with KMI and EKMS systems

• Ability to work with little to no oversight.

• Must hold an active IAT/IAM Level II certification. (i.e. Security+, CySA+, SSCP, GICSP, GSEC, CND, CCNA Security, CASP+/SecurityX, CISA, CISSP, GCED, GCIH, CCNP Security, CCSP, etc.)

• A minimum Top Secret/SCI security clearance with Special Access Request (SAR) eligibility or higher is required to be considered for this position.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• A Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university (OR) an Associate’s Degree plus 4 years of additional COMSEC experience may be substituted. In lieu of a degree, 6 years of additional COMSEC work experience may be substituted.

Join PROSYNC and enjoy our great benefits!

Compensation

• We offer sign on bonuses! We also offer bonuses that are awarded quarterly to our employees and our compensation rates are highly competitive.

Health & Retirement

• We offer a comprehensive Health Benefits package and 401K retirement plan so you can take care of yourself and your family, now and in the future. Other health-related benefits include an employee assistance program for those difficult times or when you need to take care of your mental health.

Education

• Individual growth is a priority at ProSync. Employees are encouraged to take advantage of our company-sponsored continuing education program so they can get their degree or that next certification they need to propel them to the next level.

Work/Life Balance

• A healthy work/life balance is essential for building and executing your work effectively at ProSync, but it’s also necessary to allow you the room to pursue everything else you want to develop in your personal life. We offer generous Paid Time Off and 11 paid holidays a year. ProSync also provides flexible work options that work with your schedule and lifestyle.