Manage, safeguard, and account for all COMSEC materials, cryptographic equipment, and keying material in accordance with NSA, DoD, and organizational policy.
Distribute keying material using approved secure courier procedures and the Electronic Key Management System (EKMS).
Configure and maintain secure communication devices including KG‑250X inline network encryptors, KIV‑7 devices, TACLANE encryptors, and associated key fill equipment.
Conduct quarterly COMSEC audits of equipment inventories, keying material accountability records, and physical security controls at MacDill AFB and forward‑deployed locations.
Investigate COMSEC incidents such as lost fills, equipment compromise, or key discrepancies; report findings to NSA Central Security Service in accordance with CNSSI 4009.
Maintain detailed records in EKMS and local databases to support compliance inspections, accreditation, and continuous monitoring requirements.
Provide training to personnel on COMSEC handling procedures, secure device operation, proper use of key fill devices, and incident reporting protocols.
Collaborate with RMF teams to ensure cryptographic and COMSEC controls meet NIST SP 800‑53 requirements for the protection of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and classified data.
Additional duties as assigned or required.

Level 2: 3 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 1 year relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 7 years relevant experience.
Level 3: 6 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 4 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 10 years relevant experience.
Level 4: 10 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 8 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 14 years relevant experience.
Experience in COMSEC operations, EKMS/Key Management Infrastructure (KMI), and cryptographic equipment maintenance.
Working knowledge of NSA COMSEC policies, DoDI 8523.01, CNSSI 4009, and applicable DoD/Service-level instructions.
Hands-on experience configuring and operating devices such as KG‑250X, TACLANE, and KIV‑7.
Strong understanding of keying material handling, secure distribution, and incident management procedures.
Familiarity with Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes and NIST SP 800‑53 security control requirements.
Ability to perform audits, maintain accurate accountability records, and ensure compliance during inspections.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to provide effective user training.
Ability to support operations at main base and travel to forward deployed or remote locations as required.

COMSEC Specialist – Industrial Security Analyst 2

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