Communications Security (COMSEC) Specialist

RiVidium, Inc

$80K — $95K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or a related field.
  • Experience in cybersecurity, information security, COMSEC, or related area.
  • Strong understanding of security procedures and sensitive information protection.
  • Excellent organizational, documentation, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a federal environment.
  • Strong attention to detail with accurate record-keeping.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a COMSEC specialist managing COMSEC equipment and documentation.
  • Maintain inventory, records, and logs for COMSEC assets accurately.
  • Ensure proper handling and disposal of COMSEC materials according to policies.
  • Support management activities for COMSEC accounts and documentation.
  • Conduct inventories and reconciliations of COMSEC equipment.
  • Identify and report discrepancies and security concerns with COMSEC assets.
  • Assist in implementing and enforcing COMSEC security policies.

Benefits

  • Government-provided COMSEC Custodian training upon assignment.
Full Job Description
Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time

Description

Position Overview

RiVidium Inc. is seeking a highly skilled COMSEC Specialist to support the security and management of Communications Security (COMSEC) equipment, materials, and associated security processes within a federal environment. The COMSEC Specialist will be responsible for maintaining the accountability, safeguarding, handling, and proper management of COMSEC assets in accordance with federal security requirements and established policies.

The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and experience working in a security-conscious environment involving controlled communications equipment and materials.

Key Responsibilities
  • Serve as a COMSEC specialist supporting the secure management and accountability of COMSEC equipment, materials, and associated documentation.
  • Maintain accurate inventories, records, logs, and accountability documentation for COMSEC assets.
  • Ensure COMSEC materials are properly received, stored, safeguarded, transferred, and disposed of in accordance with applicable security policies and procedures.
  • Support COMSEC account management activities and maintain required documentation and records.
  • Conduct periodic inventories and reconciliations of COMSEC equipment and materials.
  • Identify and report discrepancies, security concerns, or potential incidents involving COMSEC assets.
  • Assist with the implementation and enforcement of COMSEC security policies, procedures, and controls.
  • Coordinate with security personnel, system owners, government stakeholders, and other authorized personnel regarding COMSEC requirements.
  • Ensure appropriate handling and protection of sensitive and classified information.
  • Maintain compliance with applicable federal security requirements and organizational policies.
  • Prepare reports and documentation related to COMSEC accountability, inventory, and security activities.
  • Support audits, inspections, and assessments related to COMSEC operations.
  • Perform other COMSEC and information security duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or a related field.
  • Experience working in cybersecurity, information security, COMSEC, or a related security discipline.
  • Strong understanding of security procedures, accountability practices, and protection of sensitive information.
  • Excellent organizational, documentation, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a federal or highly regulated environment.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate security records.

Training

Government-provided COMSEC Custodian training will be provided upon assignment, as applicable to the position and mission requirements.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience supporting federal government or Department of Homeland Security (DHS) programs.
  • Previous experience managing COMSEC accounts, equipment, or controlled cryptographic materials.
  • Familiarity with federal cybersecurity and information assurance policies and procedures.
  • Security-related certifications are a plus.

RiVidium Inc is seeking a 'COMSEC Specialist' to support a federal client. This position is contingent upon contract award and funding approval. As such, this job posting is intended to identify qualified candidates for a potential future opportunity and does not represent a currently available position. Compensation has not yet been determined and will be established based on contract requirements, candidate qualifications, experience, and applicable market conditions.

This position is currently accepting applications.

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