COMSEC Account Manager

Summary

COMSEC Account Manager

Oakton, VA

Are you ready to enhance your skills and build your career in a rapidly evolving business climate? Are you looking for a career where professional development is embedded in your employer's core culture? If so, Chenega Military, Intelligence & Operations Support (MIOS) could be the place for you! Join our team of professionals who support large-scale government operations by leveraging cutting-edge technology and take your career to the next level!

The COMSEC Account Manager is responsible for overseeing and executing the full lifecycle of Communications Security (COMSEC) operations in accordance with NSA and DoD policies and leads a small team of four personnel. This position ensures proper accountability, handling, storage, distribution, and destruction of classified cryptographic materials. The ideal candidate has passed previous COMSEC inspections, is well-versed in implementing electronic key management systems, and brings deep technical knowledge of COMSEC equipment. While often referred to as a custodian, this role carries broader oversight and reporting responsibilities in support of mission-critical environments.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary COMSEC Account Manager responsible for overseeing all controlled cryptographic items (CCI) and keying material
• Maintain accurate records and accountability of COMSEC material using government-approved electronic systems (e.g., EKMS, KMI)
• Ensure full compliance with NSA, DoD, and agency-specific COMSEC policy and guidance
• Perform key inventory audits, reconciliations, and routine account inspections in accordance with regulatory schedules
• Support the implementation and management of electronic key delivery systems and modern cryptographic distribution platforms
• Coordinate key ordering, destruction, issue, and transfer with appropriate authorities and stakeholders
• Maintain secure physical storage and proper safeguarding of cryptographic devices and material
• Provide training to alternate custodians and users on key handling, reporting procedures, and emergency destruction
• Support technical implementation of key loads, firmware updates, and configuration on cryptographic equipment (e.g., TACLANEs, KG devices)
• Participate in incident response involving COMSEC spills, loss, or compromise with timely reporting and corrective actions

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in a related field OR
• Associates degree with an additional 2+ years of relevant IT experience OR
• High school diploma or GED equivalent with an additional 4+ years of directly related IT experience in lieu of degree
• 12+ years of experience in industry with 5+ years of COMSEC Account or Custodian Experience in a DoD or IC Environment
  • Must have successfully passed previous NSA or DoD COMSEC audits or inspections
• Completion of COMSEC Custodian Training (IAEC-2112 or equivalent) required
• Active TS/SCI clearance required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• In-depth knowledge of NSA and DoD COMSEC policies, manuals (e.g., CNSSI 4005, 4031), and operating procedures
• Proficient in the use of COMSEC management systems such as EKMS, KMI, or LMD/KP
• Strong understanding of key types, cryptographic periods, and emergency key management procedures
• Experience handling cryptographic devices and performing key loads, software updates, and configuration changes
• Knowledge of associated COMSEC equipment such as TACLANEs, KG-175s, secure modems, and STE phones
• Excellent record-keeping, attention to detail, and adherence to security protocols
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for reporting, briefing, and audit documentation May require participation in meetings or briefings in person or via virtual platforms.
• Ability to travel occasionally, as required by the client or project.
• Ability to move about inside the office to access file cabinets, printers, or meeting rooms.

How you'll grow

At Chenega MIOS, our professional development plan focuses on helping our team members at every level of their careers to identify and use their strengths to do their best work every day. From entry-level employees to senior leaders, we believe there's always room to learn.

We offer opportunities to help sharpen skills in addition to hands-on experience in the global, fast-changing business world. From on-the-job learning experiences to formal development programs, our professionals have a variety of opportunities to continue to grow throughout their careers.

Benefits

At Chenega MIOS, we know that great people make a great organization. We value our team members and offer them a broad range of benefits.

Learn more about what working at Chenega MIOS can mean for you.

Chenega MIOS's culture

Our positive and supportive culture encourages our team members to do their best work every day. We celebrate individuals by recognizing their uniqueness and offering them the flexibility to make daily choices that can help them be healthy, centered, confident, and aware. We offer well-being programs and continuously look for new ways to maintain a culture where we excel and lead healthy, happy lives.

Corporate citizenship

Chenega MIOS is led by a purpose to make an impact that matters. This purpose defines who we are and extends to relationships with our clients, our team members, and our communities. We believe that business has the power to inspire and transform. We focus on education, giving, skill-based volunteerism, and leadership to help drive positive social impact in our communities.

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