United States Space Force · 5 hours ago
Communications Security Manager, 10 SOPS
Oxnard, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelThe United States Space Force (USSF) is seeking a Communications Security Manager to provide operational support in managing COMSEC material. The role involves advising on COMSEC policy, ensuring proper handling of materials, and conducting assessments to maintain security integrity.
Defense & Space
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen OnlyHiring Manager
Kathryn B.
Responsibilities
Provides day-to-day operational support to the Commanding Officer in executing responsibilities associated with the receipt, handling, issue, safeguarding, accounting, and disposition of COMSEC material assigned to an EKMS account and Special Mission account
Principal consultant and advisor to the Commanding Offices and immediate supervisor in the development, implementation and management of policy for all technical and administrative matters regarding EKMS and COMSEC
Directs, coordinates, and plans across broad organizational lines the proper handling of EKMS accounts and COMSEC materials, including the generation of MUOS Generic Fill Format (GFF) Key Package (GKP) User Applications Software and redrafting MYK-16B loading procedures into Interactive Electronic Technical Manual (IETM)
Effectively applies guidelines, methods, precedents and techniques applicable to all phases of COMSEC management, including composing written guidance on the proper handling, safeguarding, accounting, destruction, and disposition of COMSEC material
Operational understanding of all (internal, external, and joint) policies and procedures regarding receipts and inspections of COMSEC material and equipment from the 21st Logistical Readiness Squadron (21 LRS)
Recognize problem areas and recommend improvements or solutions
Identify EKMS best practices and guides program managers, field engineers and local elements in matters concerning EKMS related questions
Efficiently conduct monthly spot checks and quarterly assessments of all local elements and 10 SOPS EKMS accounts to ensure adequate protection of COMSEC material; guides local elements with the Integrated Satellite Control System (ISCS) during troubleshooting of EKMS equipment; ensures timely replacement and disposition of broken and obsolete COMSEC equipment
Acquires, monitors and maintains authorized holdings of effective and Reserve-on Board (ROB) COMSEC material
Oversees the MUOS EKMS LMD/KP account held at 50 SCS Air Force Base Colorado Springs, CO
Ensures all EKMS Alternate(s) are properly trained in proper handling of EKMS accounts and COMSEC materials
Qualification
Required
Must be a U.S Citizen
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret with SCI access security clearance
This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment, and participation in random drug testing
Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise
This is a cybersecurity position; the employee will attain appropriate DoD approved cybersecurity baseline certificate(s) applicable for cybersecurity functions required for the DoD position held, within six months of filling position IAW DoD 8570.01-M
Department of Defense Security Fundamentals Professional is required within 2 years of the established employee EOD or initial assignment date to this position in accordance with DOD 3305.13-M, DoD Security Accreditation and Certification
Eligible for situational telework only, including Emergency and OPM prescribed 'Unscheduled Telework'
Subject to Temporary Duty Assignment (TDY): Approximately 15 days per year
Employee may be required to perform travel by military or commercial passenger aircraft in the performance of temporary duty assignments
PCS is not authorized. Incentive is not authorized
Company
United States Space Force
The U.S.
Founded in 2019
10001+ employees
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