Alternate COMSEC Manager; Onsite
Listed on 2026-10-16
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IT/Tech
Information Security & Data Protection, Cybersecurity
Date Posted: Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-139 ~ 855 35
Th St NE ~ BLDG 139
Position Role Type:
Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
Security Clearance Type:
DoD Clearance:
Top Secret Security Clearance Status:
Active and existing security clearance required on day 1
Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry.
With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.
As a COMSEC professional you will serve as an Alternate COMSEC Manager and play a critical role in ensuring compliance with Department of War (DoW) and other government agency directives. You will support the COMSEC Manager and Facility Security Officer in maintaining accountability, security and integrity of COMSEC / classified material. This onsite role provides a unique opportunity to work in a highly sensitive environment, requiring strict confidentiality and attention to detail.
** This is onsite position in Cedar Rapids, IA and a DoD Secret Clearance is needed**
What You Will Do:- Maintain accountability, control, and destruction of COMSEC and classified materials in compliance with the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) and NSA/CSS Policy Manual 3-16.
- Order, receive, and transfer cryptographic keys.
- Assist in the shipment, receipt, and accountability of COMSEC materials.
- Management of fill devices and other COMSEC equipment, perform software upgrades to ECUs and secure telephone equipment.
- Conduct semi-annual and annual inventories of COMSEC and classified materials.
- Develop and implement security procedures to ensure proper control and accountability of sensitive materials.
- Assist in maintaining security awareness programs and conducting annual self-inspections.
- Verify identification, clearance levels, and need-to-know for individuals requesting access to COMSEC or classified materials.
- Provide support and excellent customer service to internal and external stakeholders.
- Operate in alignment with corporate and division policies, practices, and business ethics.
- Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree.
- U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
- The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued Top Secret security clearance is required.
- Minimum of 2 years of direct COMSEC experience.
- Experience working with government policies and procedures related to COMSEC and classified materials.
- Management of a COMSEC account in a production/depot environment.
- Familiar with Distributed INFOSEC Accounting System (DIAS).
- Experience with maintaining accountability and control of COMSEC and classified materials in compliance with DoW and NSA directives.
- Experience with inventory management, including conducting semi-annual or annual inventories of sensitive materials.
- Experience with End Cryptographic Unit management and load/update procedures.
- Familiarity with Industrial Security…
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