Communications Security Manager (deployment to Poland)

Terrestris is hiring for a Communication Security Manager in support of various interoperability programs between the US and the Ukraine Ministry of Defense.
The COMSEC Managers will maintain COMSEC equipment (C4I systems) until US contractors can operate out of the country of Ukraine, the COMSEC managers will be temporarily based out of Jasionka, Poland and will conduct temporary duty (TDY) throughout eastern Europe in support of COMSEC duties as explained.
This is a 12 month contract in Jasionka.
*Responsibilities:* · Manage the U.
S.
/ the Ukraine Ministry of Defense FMS COMSEC account in accordance with U.
S.
Government (USG) policy as outlined in NAG-14C, NAG-18A and NSA CSS Policy Manual No.
3-16 · Control of Communications Security Material and Committee on National Security Systems Instruction (CNSSI) 4001 – Controlled Cryptographic Items.
· Perform duties related to the receipt, custody, issue/distribution, safeguarding, accounting, and destruction of classified and non-classified USG-provided COMSEC material and equipment.
· Maintain and submit up-to-date records of all required accounting reports.
Be thoroughly familiar with the procedures for handling COMSEC material.
· Protect COMSEC material and limit access to individuals with a valid need-to-know and clearance, if applicable.
· Keep informed of any new requirements or modifications to existing requirements to be serviced by the COMSEC account.
· Receive, receipt for, and ensure the safeguarding and accounting of all COMSEC material issued to the COMSEC account, and when applicable, produced within the element.
· Maintain COMSEC accounting and related records as outlined in NAG-14C, NAG-18A, and NSA CSS Policy Manual 3-16.
· Conduct an inventory semiannually and upon appointment of new COMSEC Managers, by physically sighting all COMSEC material issued to the COMSEC account, and reconcile this inventory with the Central Office of Record as mandated in NSA CSS Policy Manual 3-16.
· Perform routine destruction of COMSEC material when required, or effect other disposition of material as directed by the COR or Controlling Authority.
The COMSEC Managers shall establish Emergency & Precautionary Destruction Plans as part of the account’s Emergency Action Plan (EAP).
· To ensure the integrity of COMSEC material (i.
e.
key or equipment); inspect the implemented protective technologies upon initial receipt, during each inventory and prior to issuing/return of material to authorized Ukraine Ministry of Defense personnel.
· Provide technical support to include troubleshooting and replacement of GSA locks when necessary for any/all GSA security containers used by the Ukraine Ministry of Defense for the purposes of COMSEC material storage.
Have GSA lock/safe certification for at least one COMSEC Custodian prior to arriving in country.
· Provide COMSEC user training and assistance to Ukraine Ministry of Defense Military units and Military personnel on the proper handling and use of USG-provided COMSEC material and equipment.
Train personnel in the proper custodianship, safeguarding and operation of DOD-provided COMSEC equipment, encryption keys, and other COMSEC related materials, zeroing equipment, basic troubleshooting, emergency destruction procedures, and system level assistance in order to satisfy requirements for operability.
*Qualifications:* · 4 years of relevant experience · NSA certified COMSEC Manager · DoD Secret clearance or higher.
· Current US Passport and able to deploy to Poland for 12 months.
· Must have a background in C4ISR Systems and Networks.
· Must be able to lift at least 60 pounds without assistance.
· Must have working knowledge and be able to perform basic troubleshooting of secure telephone systems (i.
e.
Secure Communications Internet Protocol (SCIP) devices, Secure Analog and Data Service devices, SECTERA Wireline Terminal (SWT) and Secure Telephone Equipment (STE), ViPER telephone, Intermediated Application (iApp), Distributed INFOSEC Accounting System (DIAS), Modern Fill Devices (MFDs), i.
e.
, Simple Key Loader (SKL), Really Simple Key Loader (RASKL), Tactical Key Loader (TKL).
· Must have background in Electronic Keying Management Systems (EKMS) and Distributed INFOSEC Accounting System (DIAS).
· Must have good background in downloading and transferring of electronic key using all current fill devices.
· Must have strong background in all cryptographic/COMSEC equipment used by the Ukraine Ministry of Defense.
· Must be able to perform Over-The-Air-Rekey (OTAR) and Over-the Air-Transfer (OTAT).
· Must have some background in tactical and strategic communications systems and networks.
· Must be able to maintain highest accountability and pass all COMSEC inspections/audits whether scheduled or unscheduled.
· May be required to work occasional overtime to support the Ukraine mission.
· Shall have the ability to transfer knowledge of COMSEC operations to all qualified personnel, including the ability to express thought in both oral and written communications.
· Must possess a high degree of tact, diplomacy and the ability to work and cooperate harmoniously with Ukraine Ministry of Defense military and civilian personnel.
Required Job Type: Full-time Benefits: * 401(k) * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Experience level: * 10 years * 5 years Schedule: * 8 hour shift Application Question(s): * Must have a background in C4ISR Systems and Networks * Must have working knowledge and be able to perform basic troubleshooting of secure telephone systems (i.
e.
Secure Communications Internet Protocol (SCIP) devices, Secure Analog and Data Service devices, SECTERA Wireline Terminal (SWT) and Secure Telephone Equipment (STE), ViPER telephone, Intermediated Application (iApp), Distributed INFOSEC Accounting System (DIAS), Modern Fill Devices (MFDs), i.
e.
, Simple Key Loader (SKL), Really Simple Key Loader (RASKL), Tactical Key Loader (TKL).
• Must have background in Electronic Keying Management Systems (EKMS) and Distributed INFOSEC Accounting System (DIAS).
* Must have strong background in all cryptographic/COMSEC equipment used by the Ukraine Ministry of Defense * Are you willing to deploy to Poland for 12 months in support of Ukraine Mission? * What is your salary expectations if hired? Education: * Bachelor's (Required) Experience: * COMSEC manager: 4 years (Required) License/Certification: * NSA certified COMSEC Manager (Required) Security clearance: * Secret (Required) Work Location: In person