COMSEC Manager

Torch Technologies, Inc.•Eglin AFB, FL

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Torch Technologies is seeking a COMSEC Manager to support developmental test and evaluation activities at Eglin AFB. The role is responsible for maintaining the accountability, security, and operational readiness of cryptographic assets and secure communications capabilities that support mission execution. The COMSEC Manager serves as a subject matter expert for secure voice communications, telemetry systems, data encryption, and developmental test activities, working with engineers, test teams, government personnel, and other stakeholders to keep systems compliant and ready for mission requirements.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship.
Bachelor's degree in a related discipline.
Three to ten years of relevant COMSEC, communications security, or related experience.
Extensive experience managing COMSEC programs, including receipt, issuance, safeguarding, accounting, transfer, and destruction of cryptographic materials in accordance with DoD, NSA, and Air Force requirements.
Hands-on experience with cryptographic key management and support of secure communications systems in classified or controlled environments.
Knowledge of electronic test equipment and ability to support equipment readiness, maintenance coordination, and operational testing activities.
Demonstrated ability to maintain strict accountability of sensitive assets and records in highly regulated environments.
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, mission-focused environment with changing priorities and time-sensitive requirements.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to collaborate across multiple organizations and stakeholders.
Active Secret security clearance required at hire, ability to obtain SAP access, and ability to maintain the required clearance level throughout employment.

Nice To Haves

Experience performing COMSEC Controlling Authority duties.
Experience supporting developmental test programs or military test organizations.
Familiarity with Air Force communications security programs and test mission operations.

Responsibilities

Manage and maintain accountability of COMSEC assets, cryptographic materials, and associated equipment in accordance with applicable security requirements and established procedures.
Serve as the primary COMSEC subject matter expert supporting secure voice communications, telemetry systems, data encryption, and developmental test activities.
Perform cryptographic key loading, distribution, and management in support of test preparations, mission execution, and operational requirements.
Execute COMSEC Controlling Authority responsibilities, including safeguarding, inventory, transfer, disposition, and accountability of cryptographic materials across multiple accounts.
Coordinate inspections, calibrations, certifications, and maintenance requirements for COMSEC and associated test equipment to ensure operational readiness and regulatory compliance.
Support Functional Ground Test (FGT) activities by coordinating equipment setup, scheduling resources, and assisting with test execution requirements.
Conduct COMSEC inspections, maintain required documentation, verify asset accountability, and support audit readiness through disciplined administrative and security practices.
Coordinate with government personnel, program stakeholders, and partner organizations to resolve equipment shortages, support asset transfers, synchronize schedules, and maintain uninterrupted mission support.
Provide responsive support for emerging mission requirements to ensure secure communications capabilities remain available for test operations and program objectives.