COMSEC Support Engineer

Quantum Sky•Washington, DC

4d•$125,000 - $150,000•Onsite

About The Position

Quantum Sky is seeking a COMSEC Support Engineer to provide technical and operational support for managing, maintaining, and securing Communications Security (COMSEC) systems and equipment in a federal government environment. The role supports secure communications infrastructure, cryptographic equipment, key management, and COMSEC operations to protect mission-critical communications and maintain compliance with applicable security policies and procedures. The engineer works with COMSEC custodians, cybersecurity personnel, network engineers, and government stakeholders to maintain operational readiness. The role manages classified equipment, materials, and information under Department of Defense COMSEC policies; maintains accountability and secure storage of COMSEC materials; and supports compliance, reporting, access lists, key distribution and destruction, personnel briefings, incident reporting, and protective measures. It also prepares documents for network service changes and helps incorporate new connections and services into network and COMSEC systems, including preparing or overseeing test plans and execution when required. This position is onsite at the customer location in Washington, DC, five days per week. Scheduling may have some flexibility based on program and customer requirements, with core business hours from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. An active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility is required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, or a high school diploma with four years of experience in the functional responsibility area as a substitute.
A Master’s degree may substitute for four years of general work experience.
Each relevant technical certification may substitute for one year of experience.
Strong understanding of COMSEC policies and procedures.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for training and advising personnel.
Ability to manage sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.
Proficiency in COMSEC management systems and tools.
Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting DoD or other federal government COMSEC programs.
Familiarity with NSA-approved Type 1 encryption devices, Electronic Key Management System (EKMS), or Key Management Infrastructure (KMI).
Knowledge of applicable NSA, CNSS, and agency-specific COMSEC policies and procedures.
Experience with secure voice, data, and network encryption technologies.
CompTIA Security+, Network+, or equivalent technical/security certifications.
Previous experience supporting COMSEC custodians, secure communications infrastructure, or classified network environments.

Responsibilities

Manage classified equipment, materials, and information in accordance with Department of Defense COMSEC policies.
Securely store classified materials and maintain accountability for all COMSEC material.
Ensure compliance with COMSEC policies and procedures, including maintaining access lists, submitting required accounting reports, and managing distribution and destruction of COMSEC keys and related materials.
Conduct initial briefings and debriefings for personnel handling COMSEC material and ensure they follow established procedures and protocols.
Advise senior management on risk levels, security posture, and cost-benefit analyses of information security programs.
Collaborate with stakeholders to establish enterprise continuity of operations programs.
Recognize potential security violations and take appropriate action to report incidents.
Supervise protective measures during cybersecurity incidents or vulnerabilities.
Prepare documents required to add, change, or delete services to the network.
Manage and maintain COMSEC inventory and devices, ensuring applicable DOJ and NSA guidelines are met.
Incorporate new connections and services into the network and COMSEC network as required by the customer.
Prepare test plans and execute or oversee test execution when required.