COMSEC Specialist Security Clearance

Position: COMSEC Specialist with Security Clearance
Location: Pearl Harbor

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About the Role:

Leidos is seeking a COMSEC Specialist to support efforts for the Service, Management, Integration and Transport (SMIT) Contract; supporting the largest IT services program for the Navy. Under the SMIT Contract, the Leidos team will deliver the core backbone of the Navy-Marine Corps Intranet, including cybersecurity services, network operations, service desk, and data transport. Ultimately, Leidos will support the Navy in unifying its shore-based networks and data management to improve capability and service while also saving significant dollars by focusing efforts under one enterprise network.

The candidate will serve as the COMSEC Services Specialist, supporting the Transport Services Team and the Government COMSEC Service Owner. The selected candidate will possess the skills associated with the execution of COMSEC Services, providing a broad range of information security activities and operations at an approved level of security, across the enterprise. The candidate for this position should have experience supporting a broad-range of programs associated with overall information assurance and cyber security support;

inclusive of security configuration and management services, data protection, anti-virus, malware detection and protection, host-based and endpoint security solutions, and audit and accountability services. The work location for this position will be at a government site and will require the ability to :

• Must be able to lift and carry 50 lbs. for up to a 100 feet at a time; must be able to lift 25 lbs. vertically using ladders.

• Must be able to work in confined spaces, such as raised floors or communications closets; must be able to work in noisy environments, such as data centers and operations centers; must be able to stand or sit for 8 hours at a time.

• Must be able to utilize basic hand tools such as screwdrivers and wrenches while rack mounting active and passive equipment using small screws and brackets.

• Must have normal color vision to identify different colors of wires and cables; must have correctable vision to 20/20 or better so you can see objects and information displayed in schematics, test equipment, and computer monitors; must have depth perception to be able to judge distance between objects to work safely on ladders and in confined spaces; must be able to use and read digital test equipment such as OTDR (optical time-domain reflectometer).

• Must be able to drive personal or corporate vehicle (depending on availability) to different locations to work on projects and troubleshoot issues; valid state license required. What You'll Get to Do:

• Be able to adhere to and maintain the COMSEC requirements set by the Department of the Navy (DON) COMSEC Policy and Procedures manual (CMS-1A), and any additional requirements set forth by the COMSEC manager (KOAM).

• Assumes responsibility for all COMSEC inventory issued to include In Line Network Encryptors (INE) encryption equipment that is used or deployed at SMIT locations including remote sites, CONUS, and OCONUS. This includes implementations that are part of DSTB, Very Small Site Design (VSSD), Surge Kits, Executive Communication Kits, NMCI-managed encryption device at other sites, and any future solutions that use crypto devices.

• Oversees the deployment of COMSEC equipment to include (configure, installing, cabling, keying, and inventorying) to include new projects, End of life equipment, and tech refresh.

• Directs and manages inventory of crypto hardware and encryption electronic firefly and FTR keys. Participates in COMSEC inspections as required by COMSEC CO/Director and COMSEC account manager (KOAM).

• Manage and safeguard any offline ready spare COMSEC equipment under Government and/or Contractor safeguard.

• Trains other local team members as secondary COMSEC Local Elements in operating, configuring, safeguarding, and maintaining COMSEC equipment and Encryption keys.

• Manages submitted requests using the Request for Crypto Form SF153’s and other relevant COMSEC account documentation.

• Ensures compliance with the DON for the designated COMSEC POC for cryptographic equipment…