Senior Systems Administrator - COMSEC Specialist

Modern Technology Solutions Inc•Washington, DC
•$150,000 - $190,000•Onsite

About The Position

MTSI is seeking a Senior Systems Administrator - COMSEC Specialist whose primary function will be to manage KMI operations, implement remote management, and support a parent account and its geographically distributed local element subaccounts. This position will be located in the Washington DC area.

Requirements

  • 15+ years' of related technical experience.
  • Must be KMI certified prior to hire and possess a valid NSA or equivalent KMI training certificate.
  • Must have prior KMI Operating Account Manager (KOAM) experience.
  • Experience supporting the fielding, operation, management, and maintenance of Key Management Infrastructure (KMI) and associated cryptographic equipment in support of modernization initiatives.
  • In-depth knowledge of COMSEC accounting systems, including the COMSEC Accounting Reporting and Distribution System (CARDS), Key Management Infrastructure (KMI), and the COMSEC Distributed INFOSEC Accounting System (DIAS).
  • Extensive understanding of the NSA CSSM Policy 3-16 or other agency COMSEC doctrine and their associated references will be utilized daily.

Nice To Haves

  • SAP experience within last 5 years or SCI in lieu of.

Responsibilities

  • Help establish the account’s KMI operating procedures, records, and workflows as the KMI suite is brought online.
  • Assist the COMSEC manager in the development, implementation, and maintenance of COMSEC and key management policies, procedures, and processes.
  • Administer COMSEC accounts and support enterprise cryptographic key management operations in accordance with NSA guidelines and account policies.
  • Request, order, receive, download, distribute, and account for cryptographic keying material thought the Key Management Infrastructure (KMI).
  • Manage and maintain keying material inventories to ensure accountability, accuracy, and compliance with applicable directives.
  • Coordinate with network engineers to establish COMSEC remote management for supported networks and cryptonets, including bringing servers online, connecting devices, configuration management access, and remote rekey workflows.
  • Support the establishment and oversight of subordinate COMSEC accounts and associated privileges.
  • Perform other COMSEC and key management duties as assigned by the COMSEC Manager.
  • Coordinate key distribution and rekey operations to support mission requirements across multiple locations and programs.
  • Maintain records, reports, and documentation related to KMI transactions and key management activities.
  • Assist with COMSEC audits, inspections, inventories, and compliance reviews.
  • Provide technical assistance and training to COMSEC custodians, users, and program personnel regarding KMI processes and procedures.

Benefits

  • full range of medical benefits
  • 401k
  • ESOP
  • paid time off
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