Telecommunications Specialist

Naval Special Warfare Command • Virginia Beach, VA

5d

About The Position

This public notice flyer notifies interested applicants of anticipated vacancies; applications are not accepted through the flyer, and there may or may not be vacancies filled from it. The selected employee will serve as a direct consultant and technical advisor in developing, formulating, installing, and administering command policy for COMSEC/KMI material and equipment. The role manages and directs subordinate COMSEC/KMI personnel, analyzes required holdings and projected needs, and installs or oversees installation of local COMSEC account hardware and software. The employee also trains alternates and users, and provides staff-level briefings on newly received and implemented COMSEC/KMI material and equipment, including its contents, use, and impact.

The position requires compliance with federal employment conditions, security clearance and drug-testing requirements, command certifications, and applicable DoD cyber workforce qualifications. It may involve travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations, including remote or isolated sites. The employee must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods and maintain a valid U.S. driver's license. The role requires completion of the KMI Course of Instruction and current knowledge of relevant DoN COMSEC orders, directives, devices, and equipment.

Requirements

• At least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-11 grade level or pay band in federal service, or equivalent experience in the private or public sector.
• Completed and passed the KMI Course of Instruction (DoW V-4C-0013 / DoN CIN: A-4C-1340).
• Knowledge of current DoN EKMS/COMSEC orders and directives.
• Knowledge of current DoN key devices (SKL), including operational and administrative requirements.
• Familiarity with In-Line-Encryption devices and the operation of KMI, CMS, STE, IRIDIUM, and VIPER equipment.
• Experience with destruction, inventory, issuing, and use of COMSEC material.
• Ability to obtain and maintain qualifications under DoDM 8140.03 and Department of Navy policies for DCWF work role code 723, COMSEC Manager, at the Intermediate proficiency level.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program and successfully pass the required E-Verify check if a new Department of the Navy employee.
• Must obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance before entering duty; failure to maintain the required clearance may result in withdrawal of an offer or removal.
• Must successfully complete a pre-employment drug test and be subject to random testing.
• Subject to periodic counterintelligence scope polygraphs.
• Must achieve and maintain all command-required certifications and report to the command when requested.
• Must complete training and obtain and maintain a government credit card for travel and travel-related purchases.
• Must obtain and maintain a current, valid U.S. driver's license and be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
• Retired military members appointed to a DoD civilian position within 180 days of retirement are subject to 5 U.S.C. 3326.

Responsibilities

• Advise on the development, formulation, installation, and administration of command policy for COMSEC/KMI material and equipment.
• Manage and direct subordinate COMSEC/KMI personnel and analyze required COMSEC/KMI holdings and projected material and equipment needs.
• Install or oversee installation of local COMSEC account hardware and software, and train alternates in Navy COMSEC/KMI operations.
• Develop and provide staff-level briefings on newly received and implemented COMSEC/KMI material and equipment, explaining contents, use, and impact.
• Provide COMSEC/KMI material and equipment training and guidance to COMSEC user personnel.
• Maintain required command certifications and DoD cyber workforce qualifications.
• Travel as required, including to CONUS and OCONUS locations and remote or isolated sites.

Benefits

• A comprehensive federal employee benefits package is available to eligible employees and their families.
• Recruitment, relocation, or student loan repayment incentives may be authorized for eligible selectees.
• A relocation incentive may be authorized.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed