Senior Industrial Security Specialist - Communications Security (COMSEC) Custodian

Boeing; Hazelwood (MO); On-site; USD 111,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing in Hazelwood, MO seeks a Senior Industrial Security Specialist - COMSEC Custodian to support COMSEC efforts in St. Louis and at the Hazelwood site.

Responsibilities include custody, inventories, and oversight of secure communications equipment and materials, ensuring compliance with USG COMSEC standards. Qualified candidates will hold Tier 5 or Continuous Vetting experience, a current COMSEC certificate, and several years in Industrial Security and COMSEC software, with the ability to

Qualifications

• Tier 5 investigation completed within last 5 years or enrolled in Continuous Vetting within last 5 years.
• Current COMSEC Training Certificate.
• 5+ years of experience with COMSEC accountability software.
• 3+ years of experience in NISP, SAP and/or SCI.
• 3+ years of experience in Industrial Security.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inventories, inspections and support for COMSEC materials and equipment.
• Install secure communications equipment and coordinate delivery of encryption devices and keying material.
• Maintain records and accountability of COMSEC materials site-wide.
• Ensure COMSEC materials are properly received, hand-receipted and transferred.
• Acquire and issue materials to program personnel.
• Train personnel in COMSEC procedures and equipment usage.
• Work in a production environment with PPE and adherence to facility requirements.
• Access equipment in confined or elevated areas and perform related safety tasks.

Skills

COMSEC knowledge

Customer communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

COMSEC software

Job description

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

The Boeing Company is currently seeking a Senior Industrial Security Specialist - Communications Security (COMSEC) Custodian to join the team in Hazelwood, MO.

This position will be responsible for supporting the COMSEC efforts in St. Louis, MO. You will perform COMSEC Custodian responsibilities (including key and equipment distribution, inventory, and destruction) in compliance with customer regulations and requirements.

Position Responsibilities

• Conduct secure equipment (e.g., secure telephone and encryption devices) and classified keying material inventories, inspections and other COMSEC related support and oversight functions
• Perform installation of secure telephone equipment (STE) and coordinate to deliver encryption device(s) and keying material to select Information Technology (IT) specialist maintaining classified networks
• Maintain records and accountability of COMSEC materials site wide
• Ensure COMSEC materials are properly received, hand‑receipted and transferred
• Acquire and issue materials to program personnel
• Conduct inventories per agency policy and report any discrepancy to government customer
• Courier classified information and authors receipt for classified materials
• Enforce compliance with United States Government (USG) COMSEC standards by team members by providing security education and training on operating procedures
• Ensure Automated Information Systems Security requirements, related to COMSEC duties, are in compliance
• Train personnel in COMSEC procedures and the use of related equipment
• Work in an open production environment, using proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and requiring the use of basic tools, and observing production facility requirements
• Access equipment in confined, elevated, or hard‑to‑reach areas, which may include:
• climbing ladders
• walking on aircraft wings or surfaces
• crawling around aircraft or other confined spaces
• reaching under desks or equipment
• opening storage units and accessing upper and lower shelves

Basic Qualifications

• Successfully completed Tier 5 Investigation (T5), formerly known as a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) by the federal government within the last 5 years, or requires candidate to have been enrolled in a Continuous Vetting program within the last 5 years
• Current Communication Security (COMSEC) Training Certificate
• 5+ years of experience with COMSEC accountability software
• 3+ years of experience working in one or a combination of the following domains: NISP, SAP and/or SCI
• 3+ years of experience in Industrial Security
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of this role, including extended periods of walking, standing, and climbing steps within indoor and outdoor environments
• Ability to perform physical activities such as climbing, bending, kneeling and lifting
• Ability to climb ladders at heights up to 15 feet and stairs on a regular basis
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds
• Willing and able to work in confined spaces

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work or military experience
• KMI Schoolhouse training completion certificate
• Security+ Certification
• 3+ years of experience communicating with internal and external customers
• 3+ years of experience as a primary COMSEC Custodian
• Experience troubleshooting COMSEC equipment

Conflict of Interest

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Drug Free Workplace

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Pay & Benefits

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range: $111,350 – $150,650

Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 22, 2026.

Export Control Requirements

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details

US based job, US Person required

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

This position requires an active U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Equal Opportunity Employer

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.