Crypto SME Operations Manager

TJFACT LLC - Totally Joined for Achieving Collaborative Techniques•Springfield, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

TJFACT is seeking an experienced Crypto SME Operations Manager to support the U.S. Department of State Communications Security (COMSEC) mission in Springfield, Virginia. The role provides technical and operational leadership across cryptographic operations, engineering, lifecycle management, and modernization. The successful candidate will bring extensive experience with COMSEC operations, the Communications Management Control System (CMCS), Key Management Infrastructure (KMI), and Cryptographic Modernization, and will lead technical teams while maintaining the readiness and security of mission-critical cryptographic capabilities. This position is being recruited in support of a proposal effort. Any offer of employment is contingent upon contract award and successful completion of all pre-employment requirements.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship.
Active security clearance.
Eight or more years of experience in cryptographic operations and/or cryptographic engineering.
Demonstrated experience with CMCS, KMI, and Cryptographic Modernization.
Experience with NIST 800-53 and security control lifecycle requirements.
Experience leading or managing technical personnel within classified operations, engineering, cybersecurity, or related environments.
PMP certification or demonstrated program management experience/certification.
Security+ certification.
CISSP certification or equivalent within six months of hire.
Strong technical leadership, troubleshooting, risk management, and documentation skills.

Nice To Haves

Extensive Department of State or Department of Defense COMSEC experience.
Experience with Type 1 cryptographic equipment and key-management environments.
Experience leading classified technical operations teams.
Experience with COMSEC accountability and cryptographic lifecycle management.

Responsibilities

Lead cryptographic operations, engineering, lifecycle support, and modernization activities supporting the COMSEC mission.
Manage technical personnel responsible for COMSEC and cryptographic systems and operations.
Provide senior-level subject matter expertise in CMCS, KMI, and Cryptographic Modernization.
Oversee lifecycle management, deployment, sustainment, and modernization of cryptographic devices, systems, and supporting infrastructure.
Ensure cryptographic operations comply with applicable security policies, NIST 800-53 controls, and security control lifecycle requirements.
Coordinate technical activities across operations, engineering, cybersecurity, logistics, and other program stakeholders.
Lead troubleshooting and resolution of complex cryptographic system and infrastructure issues.
Develop and maintain operational procedures, engineering guidance, and technical documentation.
Identify and mitigate technical and operational risks affecting cryptographic infrastructure and mission readiness.
Participate in technical reviews, modernization planning, and implementation activities to ensure continuity of mission-critical capabilities.