COMSEC Support Specialist - Active Secret Clearance

*** This role is contingent upon Contract Award***

The COMSEC Support Specialist is responsible for supporting the lifecycle management and accountability of Communications Security (COMSEC) material and equipment in accordance with National and Department of the Navy (DON) standards. The ideal candidate has prior experience as a COMSEC Manager or Key Management Infrastructure (KMI) Registration Manager and a strong understanding of CNSSI 4005, CNSSI 4006, and DON CMS (Communications Material System) policies.

Key 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.

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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Completion of NSA COMSEC Manager or KMI Operator training courses.
• Familiarity with Navy-specific COMSEC systems (e.g., Navy Key Management System - NKMS).
• Experience supporting Navy, Marine Corps, or Joint COMSEC operations in garrison or deployed environments.

Benefits:
Essential Network Security (ENS) Solutions, LLC is a service-disabled veteran owned, highly regarded IT consulting and management firm. ENS consults for the Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC) providing innovative solutions in the core competency area of Identity, Credential and Access Management (ICAM), Software Development, Cyber and Network Security, System Engineering, Program/Project Management, IT support, Solutions, and Services that yield enduring results. Our strong technical and management experts have been able to maintain a standard of excellence in their relationships while delivering innovative, scalable and collaborative infrastructure to our clients.

Why ENS?

• Free Platinum-Level Medical/Dental/Vision coverage, 100% paid for by ENS
• 401k Contribution from Day 1
• PTO + 11 Paid Federal Holidays
• Long & Short Term Disability Insurance
• Group Term Life Insurance
• Tuition, Certification & Professional Development Assistance
• Workers’ Compensation
• Relocation Assistance