Security COMSEC ISSO Support

Cayuse Holdings•Socorro, NM

1d•$100,000 - $125,000•Remote

About The Position

The Security COMSEC ISSO Support will ensure compliance with government security regulations, provide comprehensive personnel and physical security support, conduct visitor and access management, manage classified material and accountability, and perform cybersecurity/Information System Security Officer (ISSO) tasks as assigned. This critical role requires exceptional organizational skills, discretion, and experience in Department of Defense (DoD) security and COMSEC operations. This position aligns with Cayuse’s core values of Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Adaptability, and Integrity by fostering technical solutions that meet customer needs, promoting teamwork, and prioritizing quality in deliverables.

Requirements

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Security Management, Information Systems, or a related field preferred. Equivalent military or technical experience will be considered.
Active DoD 8140/DCWF qualification, COMSEC custodian certification, and Security+ certification or equivalent.
Completed training or certifications in ISSO, information assurance, or cybersecurity tasks.
Minimum of 4+ years of experience in roles requiring expertise in DoD COMSEC, information assurance, personnel/physical security, classified operations, or related areas.
Demonstrated hands-on experience with: COMSEC operations, including key accountabilities and device management.
Demonstrated hands-on experience with: Classified-material control measures.
Demonstrated hands-on experience with: Access and visitor control for secure facilities.
Demonstrated hands-on experience with: Incident reporting and response protocols in security and cybersecurity contexts.
Demonstrated hands-on experience with: Maintaining security records and documentation for audits
Top Secret/ SCI Clearance is required.
Must be able to pass a background check. May require additional background checks as required by projects and/or clients at any time during employment.
Exceptional written and verbal communication.
Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with high-level attention to detail.
Proven ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast past environment with changing priorities; adaptable to change and a quick learner.
Must be self-motivated and able to work well independently as well as on a multi-functional team.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately
Proficient in MS Office, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Nice To Haves

Candidates should demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to adapt to evolving responsibilities as outlined by the client.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive personnel and physical security support, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and policies.
Manage visitor and access control processes, including the issuance of badges and access credentials, ensuring only authorized personnel gain access to secure areas.
Maintain classified material accountability by managing records and overseeing appropriate handling, storage, and transfers as per DoD standards.
Serve as a COMSEC custodian, maintaining COMSEC inventories and ensuring proper implementation of communications security policies, procedures, and practices.
Facilitate incident reporting related to cybersecurity, physical security, and COMSEC, and take required actions to resolve and document incidents in compliance with established protocols.
Execute authorized Information System Security Officer (ISSO) support tasks to ensure the secure operation of information systems.
Consistently coordinate local execution of cybersecurity, ISSO, and COMSEC activities with the enterprise Cybersecurity/Information Assurance/COMSEC Manager to ensure alignment with federal and organizational security policies and procedures.
Preserve segregation of duties by adhering to established policies preventing overlap with System Administrator (SA) duties and routine bargaining-unit work.
Maintain current training, certifications, and required appointments, including COMSEC custodian certifications, DoD 8140/Department of Defense Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF)-aligned qualifications, and other security-related requirements as dictated by the specific role.
Perform thorough cross-training and coverage to ensure readiness, maintaining expertise in all security/COMSEC/ISSO tasks while avoiding potential conflicts with SA responsibilities.
Ensure compliance with range, safety, security, and access protocols unique to the remote desert/range site mission environment.
Other duties as assigned.