Comsec Manager *

Huntington Ingalls Industries; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 61,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Training programs

Job summary

Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) Mission Technologies seeks a cleared COMSEC Manager to join on-site at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Dayton, Ohio. You will maintain COMSEC inventories, configure crypto hardware, manage keying material, and provide training and support to device holders while ensuring compliance with DoD security policies.

Applicants must possess TS/SCI access and a Top Secret clearance, with relevant experience in COMSEC operations and security programs.

Qualifications

• 0-5+ years experience with Bachelor’s in related field OR 0-3+ years experience with Master’s in related field
• High School Diploma or equivalent and 4-9+ years relevant experience
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance with enhanced security checks
• Minimum Top Secret clearance is required to start

Responsibilities

• Maintain up-to-date records of COMSEC inventory and submit required accounting reports IAW policies and procedures
• Configures and installs crypto hardware; troubleshoots issues and provides quick resolution
• Administer initial briefings and debriefings to individual users; maintain copies of all
• Complete required COMSEC training within required performance timelines
• Programming and distribution of COMSEC devices including STE, Sectera vIPer, and TACLANEs
• Order, receipt, loading and management of COMSEC keying material using SKL and other devices
• Provide technical and administrative support to COMSEC equipment holders
• Evaluate new COMSEC equipment and fax machines for customer use
• Provide technical support to facilitate interoperability of COMSEC equipment purchases
• Update and maintain SOPs for COMSEC activities
• Re-key circuits as required
• Assist in storing, managing, and maintaining COMSEC material and assets
• Assist IT with networking and cabling tasks
• Maintain COMSEC access list for designated areas
• Prepare and submit account correspondence and reports
• Conduct periodic spot checks to verify clearance validity
• Develop and conduct COMSEC training and materials
• Read network drawings for cryptographic requirements; perform hands-on installation and maintenance of COMSEC equipment
• Over-The-Air-Transfer (OTAT) of key material to remote sites
• Maintain interaction with COR

Skills

TS/SCI clearance

Security clearance

CompTIA Security+

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

High School Diploma

Job description

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Requisition Number:28955

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type:Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range:$61,825.00-$130,000.00

Security Clearance:Top Secret

Level of Experience:Mid

This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems.

HII works within our nation’s intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners.

Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every employee grows, leads, and contributes—regardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities:

• Know & Grow Your People– Commit to learning and supporting team success.
• Build Relationships– Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust.
• Take Ownership– Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.
• Customer First– Focus on the mission and those we serve.
• Shape the Future– Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
• Act with Urgency– Take initiative and follow through with purpose.

These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies.

Job Description

Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) Mission Technologies (MT) is actively recruiting for a cleared COMSEC Manager to join our team on-site at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base (Dayton, Ohio).

Description:

• Maintain up-to-date records of COMSEC inventory and submit required accounting reports IAW policies and procedures.
• Configures and installs crypto hardware; troubleshoots issues as they arise, providing quick resolution to diminish user downtime.
• Administer initial briefings and debriefings to individual users; maintain copies of all.
• Complete required COMSEC training within the required performance timelines.
• Programming and local distribution of COMSEC devices to include but not limited to; Secure Telephone Equipment (STE), Sectera vIPer Universal Secure phone, and network encryptor solutions (i.e. TACLANEs).
• Order, receipt, loading and management of COMSEC keying material using devices such as the Simple Key Loader (SKL) and other devices as necessary.
• Provide technical and administrative support to COMSEC equipment holders documenting within DSS Service Support system.
• Evaluate new COMSEC equipment and fax machines for use by customer.
• Provide technical support to facilitate interoperability of purchases of COMSEC equipment.
• Update and maintain the SOPs for COMSEC activities.
• Re-key all circuits as required.
• Assist in properly storing, managing, and maintaining accountability of all COMSEC material and assets.
• Assist IT with networking / cabling troubleshooting and related tasks.
• Asist IT with other tasks, as needed.
• Maintain COMSEC access list for COMSEC Controlled/Closed Area Designations.
• Ensure prompt and accurate preparation, signature, and submission of account correspondence, message, and accounting reports.
• Conduct periodic spot checks to ensure clearances listed are valid.
• Develop and conduct COMSEC training and materials.
• Read and interpret complex network drawings and documentation as they relate to cryptographic requirements
• Perform hands-on installation, maintenance, configuration and troubleshooting of COMSEC equipment as required
• Performing Over-The-Air-Transfer (OTAT) of key material to remote sites using the
• General Dynamics Sectera vIPer and the L-3 Secure Terminal Equipment (STE)
• Maintain positive interaction and communication with COR.

Engineer Info Assurance 1 - $61,000 - $90,000

Engineer Info Assurance 2 - $85,000 - $115,000

Engineer Info Assurance 3 - $110,000 - $130,000

This position is located at Wright Patterson Air Force Base (WPAFB), Ohio and is within a commutable distance from Beavercreek, Fairborn, Dayton, and Riverside.

Develops, and administers security programs and procedures for classified or proprietary materials, documents, and equipment. Studies and implements federal security regulations that apply to company operations. Obtains rulings, interpretations, and acceptable deviations for compliance with regulations from government agencies. Prepares manuals outlining regulations, and establishes procedures for handling, storing, and keeping records, and for granting personnel and visitors access to restricted records and materials. Conducts security education classes and security audits. Investigates security violations and prepares reports specifying preventive action to be taken.

Minimum Qualifications

• 0-5+ years experience with Bachelors in related field OR
• 0-3+ years experience with Masters in related field OR
• High School Diploma or equivalent and 4-9+ years relevant experience
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance with enhanced security checks
• Minimum Top Secret clearance is required to start
• Familiarization with Air Force Manual 17-1301Manages the communication-computer security (COMPUSEC) program
• Complete annual TEMPEST countermeasure compliance reviews and maintain appropriate documentation
• Ability to work effectively in a team that includes DoD civilians, military and contractors.
• Must have a CompTIA Security+ or be able to obtain within 30 days of employment

Physical Requirements

Job performance will normally require only minor lifting and carrying boxes of records or equipment.

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills. Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Find the role that’s right for you. We look forward to meeting you.

HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

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