COMSEC Manager

aero

El Segundo (CA)

On-site

USD 112,000 - 167,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health care

Paid holidays

Telework options

401(k) Plan

Job summary

The Aerospace Corporation in El Segundo, CA, is seeking an Enterprise COMSEC Manager to lead a team of COMSEC specialists and manage the corporate COMSEC program. You will ensure accountability of materials, conduct audits, and support SCI/SAP activities across the enterprise.

Qualifications include 5-7 years in COMSEC, SAP experience, TS clearance with SCI eligibility, and strong knowledge of key management and NSA devices.

Qualifications

5-7 years of COMSEC management experience.
SAP experience is required.
Current Top-Secret clearance with SCI eligibility; US citizenship required.
Eligibility for access to Special Access Program Information.
Willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph.
Hands-on experience with cryptographic fill devices (SKLs, KIKs).
Experience with NSA Type-I Encryption Devices (KG-175, KG-185, KIV-7, KG-250, Omni, DTD, SDS, VIPERs, STE with KSV-21).
Experience with NISP/SCI and COMSEC tasks (DIAS, DIAS/COMSEC).
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

Oversee the Enterprise COMSEC program and multiple COMSEC specialists.
Serve as COMSEC Custodian or Alternate for several accounts.
Develop and train COMSEC staff.
Support Collateral, SCI, and SAP activities enterprise-wide.
Inventory and inspect secure equipment and keying material.
Maintain Top-Secret inventory and document control for COMSEC assets.
Provide COMSEC briefings to personnel before access.
Coordinate with CSSO/FSO/ISSO for equipment authorization.

Skills

COMSEC management

SAP experience

Top-Secret clearance

SCI eligibility

Key management policies

Crypto devices experience

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Counterintelligence polygraph

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

CARDS

DIAS

Job description

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation's space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space- delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you'll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.

The COMSEC Manager will be charged with managing a team of COMSEC specialists across the enterprise. Developing a comprehensive corporate COMSEC program and ensuring accountability of program COMSEC material, related security education, and performing audits and inventories across multiple security levels in support of critical programs.

Work Model

The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site in El Segundo, CA.

What You'll Be Doing

The Enterprise COMSEC Manager will be responsible for the Enterprise COMSEC program and multiple COMSEC specialists across the corporation
Serve as COMSEC Custodian or Alternate for multiple COMSEC accounts
Develop and train COMSEC specialists
The position will provide day-to-day support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) activities across the enterprise
Conduct secure equipment (e.g., secure telephones and encryption devices) and classified keying material inventories, inspections and other COMSEC related support and oversight functions
Administer a Top-Secret inventory and document control program to account for COMSEC equipment and materials.
Conduct COMSEC briefings for personnel about their COMSEC responsibilities prior to granting access
Courier classified information and author receipts for classified materials
Maintaining internal security databases and other records (e.g. COMSEC, security incidents, etc.)
Knowledge of security classification, associated markings and physical security requirements for secure vaults and rooms
Collaborate with CSSO (the Facility Security Officer (FSO) and Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to ensure proper authorization and approval of equipment entering secure areas

What You Need to be Successful

5-7 years of experience with COMSEC management
Special Access Program (SAP) experience
Current Top-Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.
Eligibility for access to Special Access Program Information
Willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph
Demonstrated experience in COMSEC account management, including hands‑on experience with cryptographic fill devices (e.g., SKLs, KIKs) and key management policies
Experience with the following NSA Type-I Encryption Devices: KG-175's, KG-185, KIV-7, KG-250's, Omni, DTD, SDS, VIPERs and Secure Terminal Equipment (STE) with KSV-21
Experience with NISP and/or SCI
Knowledge of NSA/CSS 3-16 and standard COMSEC tasks (i.e., updating DIAS, COMSEC briefings, inventories, reporting COMSEC incidents, loading key material)
Proficiency with all Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, etc.)
Excellent skills in customer service, verbal, and written communication
Must complete COMSEC Manager's course within 6 months of starting

How You Can Stand Out

Bachelor's degree or equivalent work or military experience
7+ years of experience working with COMSEC materials
Prior management experience
Experience with COMSEC specific tracking databases, (CARDS, DIAS, etc.)
Experience as a Cryptographic Network (CRYPTONET) Controlling Authority (CONAUTH)

We offer a competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills.

(Min - Max)

$111,500.00 - $167,200.00

Pay Basis: Annual

Leadership Competencies

Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who: