Senior Industrial Security Specialist - Communications Security (COMSEC) Custodian

About the role

Boeing is seeking a Senior Industrial Security Specialist - Communications Security (COMSEC) Custodian to join the team in Hazelwood, MO, supporting COMSEC efforts in St. Louis, MO.

Responsibilities

• Conduct secure equipment (e.g., secure telephone and encryption devices) and classified keying material inventories, inspections and other COMSEC related support and oversight functions
• Perform installation of secure telephone equipment (STE) and coordinate to deliver encryption device(s) and keying material to select Information Technology (IT) specialist maintaining classified networks
• Maintain records and accountability of COMSEC materials site wide
• Ensure COMSEC materials are properly received, hand-receipted and transferred
• Acquire and issue materials to program personnel
• Conduct inventories per agency policy and report any discrepancy to government customer
• Courier classified information and obtain receipt for classified materials
• Enforce compliance with United States Government (USG) COMSEC standards by team members by providing security education and training on operating procedures
• Ensure Automated Information Systems Security requirements, related to COMSEC duties, are in compliance
• Train personnel in COMSEC procedures and the use of related equipment
• Work in an open production environment, using proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and requiring the use of basic tools, and observing production facility requirements
• Access equipment in confined, elevated, or hard-to-reach areas, which may include climbing ladders, walking on aircraft wings or surfaces, crawling around aircraft or other confined spaces, reaching under desks or equipment, opening storage units and accessing upper and lower shelves

Requirements

• Successfully completed Tier 5 Investigation (T5), formerly known as a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) by the federal government within the last 5 years, or requires candidate to have been enrolled in a Continuous Vetting program within the last 5 years
• Current Communication Security (COMSEC) Training Certificate
• 5+ years of experience with COMSEC accountability software
• 3+ years of experience working in one or a combination of the following domains: NISP, SAP and/or SCI
• 3+ years of experience in Industrial Security
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of this role, including extended periods of walking, standing, and climbing steps within indoor and outdoor environments
• Ability to perform physical activities such as climbing, bending, kneeling and lifting
• Ability to climb ladders at heights up to 15 feet and stairs on a regular basis
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work or military experience
• KMI Schoolhouse training completion certificate
• Security+ Certification
• 3+ years of experience communicating with internal and external customers
• 3+ years of experience as a primary COMSEC Custodian
• Experience troubleshooting COMSEC equipment

Pay

The summary pay range for this position is $111,350 – $150,650, based on candidate experience, qualifications, market and business considerations.

Benefits

Boeing offers a Total Rewards package including competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities, health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and various paid and unpaid time‑away programs. Specific programs and options vary by eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Schedule

This position is for 1st shift.