COMSEC Specialist

Description

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. 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.

Work location for this position will be at a government site and will require the ability to:

• lift and carry 50 lbs. for up to a 100 feet at a time; lift 25 lbs. vertically using ladders.
• work in confined spaces, such as raised floors or communications closets; work in noisy environments, such as data centers and operations centers; stand or sit for 8 hours at a time.
• utilize basic hand tools such as screwdrivers and wrenches while rack mounting active and passive equipment using small screws and brackets.
• have normal color vision to identify different colors of wires and cables; have correctable vision to 20/20 or better to see objects and information displayed in schematics, test equipment, and computer monitors; have depth perception to judge distance between objects to work safely on ladders and in confined spaces; use and read digital test equipment such as OTDR.
• drive personal or corporate vehicle (depending on availability) to different locations to work on projects and troubleshoot issues; valid state license required.

• 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).
• Assume responsibility for all COMSEC inventory issued, including In Line Network Encryptors (INE) encryption equipment deployed at SMIT locations (remote sites, CONUS, and OCONUS) and other sites.
• Oversee the deployment of COMSEC equipment, including configuration, installation, cabling, keying, and inventory for new projects, end‑of‑life equipment, and tech refresh.
• Direct and manage inventory of crypto hardware and encryption electronic firefly and FTR keys; participate in COMSEC inspections as required.
• Manage and safeguard offline ready spare COMSEC equipment under Government and/or Contractor safeguard.
• Train other local team members as secondary COMSEC Local Elements in operating, configuring, safeguarding, and maintaining COMSEC equipment and encryption keys.
• Manage submitted requests using the Request for Crypto Form SF153 and other relevant COMSEC account documentation.
• Ensure compliance with the DON for the designated COMSEC POC for cryptographic equipment related to deployments, repairs, and upgrades, and track orders to delivery.
• Manage firmware upgrades for INE devices listed on the COMSEC account.
• Manage, monitor, and safeguard active encryption devices (in‑network or accessed from outside the network).
• Ensure compliance with maintaining an up‑to‑date COMSEC LE file/Binder at all times.
• Manage encryption devices via DoD authorized management monitoring tools and/or local console management capabilities.
• Perform other information security duties including Trusted Agent (TA) Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) token issuer and PIN reset roles as required.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited University/College in a related discipline with 5+ years of prior relevant experience; relevant experience…