COMSEC Administrator Senior

JoinPeratonsmission-critical team supporting secure real-time data delivery across complex operational environments in direct support of our nations warfighters. If you are driven by national security and energized bycutting-edgeC2ISR capabilities sensor integration and resilient data transport solutions we invite you to join our team.

We areseekinghighly cleared professionals who excel at the intersection of advanced communications infrastructure distributed systems and mission assurancewhere reliability security and performance are paramount.

Specifically we are looking for aTS/SCIclearedCOMSEC Administrator- Seniorto support this missionatMacDill Air Force Base Florida.

Responsibilities:

As aCOMSECAdministrator- Senior you will provide technical and management leadership for all equipment and information support functions across the Task Order. Your responsibilities include:

• Plans and leads all COMSEC administration activities for C2ISR network engineering support ensuring the secure integration and operation of cryptographic systems across the infrastructure.
• Develops and implements COMSEC strategies and procedures that align with comprehensive technical analysis and optimization strategies for complex mission-critical C2ISR Transport Infrastructure systems.
• Functions as a technical expert inmaintaininga robust and resilient communication infrastructure by ensuringoptimalCOMSEC posture for all cryptographic devices and keying material.
• Ensures compliance with DoDI 8523.01 Communications Security (COMSEC) by managing the secure handling distribution safeguarding and lifecycle of COMSEC materialsin accordance withDepartment of Defense and NSA standards.
• Oversees COMSEC management for maintenance and modernization efforts for significant C5ISRT systems under the JEXC2 portfolio including all SATCOM assets and ground-based gateways.
• Providesexpert guidance to network engineers on advanced COMSEC integration troubleshooting and compliance for emerging communication challenges and mission requirements.
• Evaluates the overall effectiveness of COMSEC practices within network engineeringidentifyingtrends and recommending major changes to enhance cryptographic security and network resilience.
• Mentors and supervises journeyman and junior COMSEC Administrators fostering skill development and ensuring consistency in COMSEC operational quality and adherence to directives.
• Leads collaboration with key stakeholders including network engineers and security personnel to align COMSEC operations with broader network security architectures.
• Develops and refines internal COMSEC training programs tailored for network engineering personnel.
• Manages the documentation lifecycle for critical COMSEC deliverables including advanced key management plans cryptographic inventories and security incident reports.
• Utilize the followingRoleSpecificTools: EKMS (Electronic Key Management System)

Required qualifications:

• Previousexperience asaCOMSEC Administratoror similar rolesupporting a DoD customer at the CCMDlevel
• Minimum of 8yearsexperiencewith a BS/BA degree or 6years experience with a MS/MA or 4years experience witha PhD. or 12 years w/o a degree or 10 with AS/AA degree
• A current active DoD security clearanceat the TS/SCI level
• US citizenship is
• DoD 8140 role for WRC: 451; Element: IT; Work Role: System Administrator; Proficiency Level: Intermediate / Ability to obtain

DesiredQualifications:

• DoD-approved IA baseline certification for ADP-III/IT-III based on the IAT level and CE/Operating System (OS) certificate within six months of the assignment.

Work Environment:

• Location:MacDill AFB FL
• On-site expectations: Full-time on-site presencefor equipment management and asset tracking
• Travel:May require occasional travel to CONUS and OCONUS sites forlogisticscoordination and facility assessments

Why Join Us

• Be part of a mission-critical team supportingour nations eliteand its mission partners in deliveringcutting-edgeC2ISR capabilities
• Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment supporting critical national security operations
• Managecutting-edgecommunications and sensor systems that directlyimpactoperational readiness
• Access to professional development opportunities and career growth within the intelligence and cybersecurity community
• Opportunity to work with advanced tactical communications technologies and AISR systems

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