COMSEC Manager

Overview

COMSEC MANAGER

LOCATION: 40th Test Squadron, Eglin AFB FL

JOB STATUS: Full-time
CLEARANCE: Top Secret / SCI with SAP elicitability

CERTIFICATION: n/a

TRAVEL: as needed

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a highly experienced and detail-oriented COMSEC MANAGER in support of the 40th Test Squadron located at EGLIN AFB, FL . The COMSEC Manager will have specialized expertise in supporting developmental weapon systems, including telemetry, secure voice telecommunications, data encryption, and Air-Launched Cruise Missile (ALCM) Functional Ground Test (FGT) operations. This critical role provides hands-on advice, assistance, and direct support for managing COMSEC assets, loading cryptographic keys for test missions, overseeing equipment calibration and inspections, and executing full FGT test events.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• 3-10 years of relevant experience
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in an applicable discipline
• Must hold an active TS/SCI security clearance with a tier 5 background investigation and be eligible for Special Access Programs (SAP) access.
• Extensive experience in COMSEC management, including receipt, issuance, safeguarding, accounting, transfer, and destruction of cryptographic materials per NSA and DoD regulations (e.g., AFMAN 17-1302, CNSSI standards).
• Hands-on experience with key loading, Controlling Authority duties, and support for secure test data in weapon system programs.
• Strong knowledge of electronic test equipment calibration, range scheduling, and multi-stakeholder coordination.
• Proven ability to maintain strict accountability for high-volume, high-value assets in classified environments.
• Excellent organizational, documentation, and problem-solving skills with a focus on zero-defect performance.
• Ability to thrive in dynamic, mission-driven settings with emergent requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide advice and assistance to the government-appointed COMSEC Responsible Officer (CRO) for the comprehensive management of the squadron's COMSEC program.
• Provide technical support to control COMSEC material; load and unload COMSEC keys for all squadron assets before and after test missions; and support both local and off-station tests as required.
• As the primary technical expert supporting the CRO, the COMSEC Manager shall perform duties necessary to maintain a compliant and mission-ready program. These duties include assisting the CRO by managing the daily lifecycle of cryptographic keys, maintaining an accurate inventory of all hardware and software, acting as a technical liaison to the base COMSEC office, preparing for and supporting inspections, and assisting in user training.
• Serve as the primary advisor and provider of hands-on assistance for controlling and managing COMSEC assets across telemetry systems, secure voice telecommunications, and data encryption for multiple high-priority developmental weapon programs.
• Load COMSEC keys prior to and during test missions, delivering critical, just-in-time cryptographic support to ensure uninterrupted secure operations.
• Provide expert guidance and oversight for maintaining all required inspections, calibrations, and certifications on ALCM FGT electronic test and support equipment, including coordinating on-site calibration activities.
• Set up the full suite of FGT equipment for testing, schedule range resources, coordinate visitors and, and conduct Functional Ground Tests (FGT) to support ALCM program milestones.
• Perform COMSEC Controlling Authority duties, administering cryptographic keys across multiple accounts to support weapon system developmental testing.
• Manage the full COMSEC lifecycle, including processing outgoing shipments to national test sites, facilitating inter-squadron transfers, and handling destruction reports for mission-expended assets.
• Conduct semi-annual and formal COMSEC inspections, prepare documentation (binders, requirements letters, safe consolidations), verify cryptographic asset locations across facilities, and achieve zero-deficiency results through meticulous preparation and adherence to national-level security protocols.
• Deliver flexible, emergent support for high-priority programs, including keying for test events, asset transfers, and last-minute mission requirements.
• Coordinate with cross-organizational stakeholders to resolve equipment shortfalls, deconflict schedules during major slips, and publish revised actionable test plans to prevent delays.

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