COMSEC Support Specialist - Active Secret Clearance at A1M Solutions

Trenton, New Jersey, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Defense, GovernmentIndustries

Requirements

Active Secret clearance (with TS/SCI eligibility preferred)
3–5 years of experience in COMSEC operations, including key management, handling classified COMSEC material, and supporting audit and inspection activities
Previous experience as a COMSEC Manager, Alternate COMSEC Manager, or KMI Registration Manager
In-depth knowledge of CNSSI 4005 (Safeguarding COMSEC) and CNSSI 4006 (Communications Security (COMSEC) Monitoring)
Familiarity with Department of the Navy (DON) CMS policies, including EKMS and LMD/KP procedures
Proficient with COMSEC equipment such as SKL, DTD, KIK-30, KIK-11, and legacy key loaders
Strong organizational and documentation skills; ability to maintain 100% accountability in high-tempo environments
DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+ CE) preferred
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; capable of working independently and as part of a secure operations team

Responsibilities

Provide technical and operational support to COMSEC account managers in the daily handling, safeguarding, distribution, and destruction of COMSEC keying material and equipment
Serve as a subject matter expert on KMI operations, including user registration, key generation, and key transfer activities
Assist with the administration and operation of Tier 0–Tier 3 KMI components, including Local Management Devices (LMDs) and Electronic Key Management System (EKMS) devices
Perform accountability and inventory tasks in accordance with CNSSI 4005/4006, EKMS-1(series), and DON CMS policy
Monitor and maintain accurate records of COMSEC assets via KMI/EKMS or other COMSEC accounting systems
Prepare and process COMSEC material requests, transaction reports, and other documentation as required
Support audit readiness by conducting internal inspections and assisting with external inspections by NSA or designated authorities
Provide training and guidance to COMSEC users and assist in ensuring compliance with physical and information security regulations
Coordinate with Information Assurance, Network, and Security teams to support secure communications in SIPRNet and other mission-critical environments

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

COMSECKMICNSSI 4005CNSSI 4006DON CMSEKMSLMD/KPSKLDTDKIK-30KIK-11DoD 8570 IAT Level IISecurity+ CEkey managementaudit support

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this position remote or on-site?

This is an on-site position.

What security clearance is required for this role?

An Active Secret clearance is required, with TS/SCI eligibility preferred.

What experience is needed for the COMSEC Support Specialist position?

Candidates need 3–5 years of experience in COMSEC operations, including key management and handling classified material, plus prior roles as COMSEC Manager, Alternate COMSEC Manager, or KMI Registration Manager.

What key knowledge and skills are essential for this job?

In-depth knowledge of CNSSI 4005 and CNSSI 4006, familiarity with DON CMS policies including EKMS and LMD/KP procedures, proficiency with COMSEC equipment like SKL, DTD, KIK-30, and KIK-11, plus strong organizational, documentation, and communication skills are essential.

What makes a strong candidate for this COMSEC Support Specialist role?

A strong candidate has prior experience as a COMSEC Manager or KMI Registration Manager, holds an Active Secret clearance (TS/SCI preferred), possesses DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification like Security+ CE, and demonstrates expertise in COMSEC standards and equipment while thriving in high-tempo secure team environments.

A1M Solutions

Design and data support for government healthcare

About A1M Solutions

A1M Solutions specializes in providing design, data, and policy-informed support for government healthcare programs, with a focus on serving disadvantaged populations. The company leverages expertise in government healthcare programs, data analysis, and policy/legislation to design effective business strategies and enhance digital service delivery, utilizing agile research and insights to untangle complex problems and generate thoughtful solutions.

Chico, CA, USAHeadquarters

2018Year Founded

VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage

Consulting, Social ImpactIndustries

11-50Employees