COMSEC Responsible Officer

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems. This position is responsible for administering Communications Security (COMSEC) security programs and procedures for classified documents and equipment without appreciable supervision. The role involves responding to complex and diverse inquiries using comprehensive knowledge of the National Industrial Security Program and established policies for safeguarding National Security Information.

Responsibilities

• Administer and coordinate all aspects of security activities in accordance with company policies and federal security regulations, directives, and manuals.
• Establish and maintain liaison with government agencies, external customers, contractors, employees, and managers.
• Plan, develop, and manage specialized COMSEC security programs and procedures for collateral and Special Access Required programs.
• Act as the primary COMSEC Responsible Officer for incoming and outgoing COMSEC equipment and documents.
• Develop, implement, and manage Standard Operating Procedures.
• Investigate and review all COMSEC security violations, prepare reports, and recommend preventive and corrective actions.
• Enforce visitor control procedures ensuring compliance with the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM).
• Maintain document control of personnel, COMSEC, and combination records.
• Act as security spokesperson to brief/debrief COMSEC user personnel.
• Provide leadership, direction, and training to less experienced staff.
• Respond to day-to-day security needs of the program in the position of COMSEC Responsible Officer.
• Act as alternate COMSEC Manager.
• Maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Submit accurate and timely accounting reports to the NSA Central Office of Records (COR) or another assigned COR.
• Order, ship, receive, and maintain COMSEC equipment and encryption keys.
• Track supersession dates and software upgrades.
• Act as the primary custodian for SAASM equipment.
• Perform regular moderate lifting (approximately 25–40 pounds).
• Occasional local travel to other locations and close collaboration with other departments within General Atomics ASI.
• Attend to additional functions and duties as assigned or required.

Requirements

• Extensive understanding of NSA CSSM Policy 3-16 or other agency COMSEC doctrine and their associated references.
• Familiarity with Information Systems Security Instruction 3006, Operational Security Doctrine for the NAVSTAR Global Positioning System (GPS) Precise Positioning Service (PPS) User Segment Equipment.
• Understanding of Security Approval Requirements for Selective Availability Anti-Spoofing Module (SAASM) Host Application Equipment (HAE) management requirements.
• Familiarity with GPS Directorate MAAP portal.
• Experience working with encryptors and secure voice products.
• Experience with COMSEC Accounting, Distributed INFOSEC Accounting System (DIAS) Reporting system.
• Experience with troubleshooting COMSEC equipment.
• Experience in the management of Windows-based information systems and Microsoft products.
• Experience with SAASM and GPS products.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related discipline and ten or more years of professional classified security experience in a corporate or government environment. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance; active clearance highly preferred.
• Must have experience with DOD processes and procedures or an equivalent regulatory environment and/or military training.
• Extensive understanding of the NISP, NISPOM, NISPOM SUP, JAFAN, ICD, and thorough knowledge of established policies for safeguarding National Security Information.
• Ability to identify issues and develop solutions to complex problems of diverse scope.
• Excellent communication, analytical, computer, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to effectively interface, influence, and counsel employees, managers, and external contacts; analyze and interpret data; initiate and plan projects; produce clear, concise, and detailed documentation; and present results to various audiences.
• Ability to work independently and on a team; work extended hours and travel as required.
• Experience working with DoD and NSA.
• Experience supporting COMSEC activities.
• Experience working in an SAP/SCI environment.

Pay

Salary range: $89,180 - $155,825