Crypto SME Operations Manager

Totally Joined for Achieving Collaborati; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

TJFACT, performing COMSEC support for the U.S. Department of State, seeks a Crypto SME Operations Manager in Springfield, VA. You will lead cryptographic operations, oversee teams, and drive modernization while ensuring compliance with security policies and NIST controls.

This onsite, full-time role requires an active clearance, extensive cryptographic experience, and strong leadership in classified environments. Eligible for federal contracting programs and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Active security clearance.
• 8+ years in cryptographic operations or cryptographic engineering.
• Experience with CMCS, KMI, and Cryptographic Modernization.
• Familiarity with NIST 800-53 and security control lifecycle requirements.
• Proven ability to lead technical personnel in classified environments.
• PMP certification or equivalent program management experience.
• Security+ certification.
• CISSP or equivalent within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Lead cryptographic operations, engineering, lifecycle support, and modernization activities for the COMSEC mission.
• Manage technical personnel responsible for COMSEC and cryptographic systems and operations.
• Provide senior-level SME in CMCS, KMI, and Cryptographic Modernization.
• Oversee lifecycle management, deployment, sustainment, and modernization of cryptographic devices and infrastructure.
• Ensure operations comply with security policies and NIST controls.
• Coordinate activities across operations, engineering, cybersecurity, logistics, and stakeholders.
• Lead troubleshooting and resolution of cryptographic system issues.
• Develop and maintain procedures, guidance, and documentation.
• Identify and mitigate risks affecting cryptographic infrastructure and readiness.
• Participate in reviews, modernization planning, and implementation to ensure continuity.

Skills

Crypto operations

CMCS knowledge

KMI knowledge

Cryptographic modernization

Security leadership

Documentation

Risk management

NIST 800-53

Job description

U.S. Department of State Communication Security (COMSEC)

Springfield, VA | Onsite | Full-Time

About Us

Totally Joined for Achieving Collaborative Techniques (TJFACT) is a minority-owned, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) delivering mission-focused professional services and technology solutions to the U.S. Government. Our teams support critical federal missions through collaboration, innovation, and operational excellence while building lasting partnerships with our customers, employees, and industry partners.

About This Position

TJFACT is seeking an experienced Crypto SME Operations Manager to support the Department of State Communications Security (COMSEC) mission in Springfield, VA. This position provides technical and operational leadership across cryptographic operations, engineering, lifecycle management, and modernization activities.

The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience with COMSEC operations, Communications Management Control System (CMCS), Key Management Infrastructure (KMI), and Cryptographic Modernization, with the ability to lead technical teams and maintain the readiness and security of mission‑critical cryptographic capabilities.

Please note: This position is being recruited in support of a proposal effort. Any offer of employment is contingent upon contract award and successful completion of all pre‑employment requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead cryptographic operations, engineering, lifecycle support, and modernization activities supporting the COMSEC mission.
• Manage technical personnel responsible for COMSEC and cryptographic systems and operations.
• Provide senior‑level subject matter expertise in CMCS, KMI, and Cryptographic Modernization.
• Oversee the lifecycle management, deployment, sustainment, and modernization of cryptographic devices, systems, and supporting infrastructure.
• Ensure cryptographic operations comply with applicable security policies, NIST 800‑53 controls, and security control lifecycle requirements.
• Coordinate technical activities across operations, engineering, cybersecurity, logistics, and other program stakeholders.
• Lead troubleshooting and resolution of complex cryptographic system and infrastructure issues.
• Develop and maintain operational procedures, engineering guidance, and technical documentation.
• Identify and mitigate technical and operational risks affecting cryptographic infrastructure and mission readiness.
• Participate in technical reviews, modernization planning, and implementation activities to ensure continuity of mission‑critical capabilities.

Required Qualifications

• Active security clearance
• Eight (8)+ years of experience in cryptographic operations and/or cryptographic engineering.
• Demonstrated experience with CMCS, KMI, and Cryptographic Modernization.
• Experience with NIST 800‑53 and security control lifecycle requirements.
• Experience leading or managing technical personnel within classified operations, engineering, cybersecurity, or related environments.
• PMP certification or demonstrated program management experience/certification.
• Security+ certification.
• CISSP certification or equivalent within six (6) months of hire.
• Strong technical leadership, troubleshooting, risk management, and documentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Extensive Department of State or Department of Defense COMSEC experience.
• Experience with Type 1 cryptographic equipment and key‑management environments.
• Experience leading classified technical operations teams.
• Experience with COMSEC accountability and cryptographic lifecycle management.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

TJFACT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We reserve the right to modify or revise job descriptions, in whole or in part. Reasonable accommodations will be made in accordance with applicable law.

Qualifications

Experience

Required

Demonstrated experience with CMCS, KMI, and Cryptographic Modernization

Active security clearance

8 years:

Experience in cryptographic operations and/or cryptographic engineering

Preferred

Extensive Department of State or Department of Defense COMSEC experience

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Project Mgmt Prof Cert

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