Network Communications / Principal Network Communications -COMSEC

Redondo Beach, CA, United States

Requisition ID: R10160192

Category: Information Technology

Location: Redondo Beach, California, United States of America

Clearance Type: Top Secret

Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position

Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)

Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time

Positions Available: 1

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

The COMSEC Security Specialist will work directly with the Government customer as a program representative and will be responsible for the management of all procurement, fielding, and sustainment of Crypto/Keying material and devices supporting the program. This individual will also assist in the tracking, control, and inventory requirements of all Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) and company owned equipment. This position will be located in Redondo Beach CA with occasional travel to other Northrop Grumman and sub-contracting facilities.

The COMSEC Security Specialist's duties will include: Managing proper accountability, handling, storage, packaging, shipment, and administration of all cryptographic materials, troubleshooting, software upgrades, ensuring maximum COMSEC safeguards are in place, and configuration management using industry specific databases. Other duties will involve the ordering and transfer of cryptographic keys, interfacing with the Central Office of Record, communicating with sub-contracting locations, and providing changes and trend information to other security team members and management. The COMSEC Security Specialist will also assist in the ongoing development, presentation and accurate record keeping of COMSEC security awareness training for all COMSEC users.

The COMSEC Security Specialist will also be performing Cryptographic Network Management (CryptoNet) functions. These duties will include the management of COMSEC key, equipment, configuration, distribution, and planning for entire secure network. The CryptoNet manager will be the sole authority to direct the Central office of Record (COR) to release COMSEC Key and CCI equipment for the secure network, regardless of location. Other functions include, overall monitoring of the health and wellness of the secure networks, ensuring all networks are operating on current key, remote management of networks (GEM) to include HAIPE to HAIPE Key Transfers. The CryptoNet manager will validate all cryptographic network requirements, node requirements and accreditations, physical security requirements, and the creation and maintenance of a Key Management Plan (KMP). Lastly, the CryptoNet Manager will create network sustainment and expansion processes, engineer keying infrastructure/topology, and ensure all NSA and COR policies are being met and maintained.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 5 years of direct COMSEC experience or Military COMSEC experience; OR 3 years with a Master's degree; OR additional 4 years of experience, training and certifications in lieu of a degree

Candidate must have and be able to maintain an active U.S. Government security clearance at the Top Secret level with a background investigation date within 6 years, OR must be able to maintain an active U.S. Government SCI access with a current Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI)

Experience with Controlled Cryptographic Items (CCI) equipment and associated keying material

Experience providing COMSEC support to DoD and Special Access Programs

Experience with NSA/CSS 3-16, AFMAN 17-1302-0, and CNSS 4005

Experience as a Cryptographic Network (CRYPTONET) Controlling Authority (CONAUTH)

Demonstrated proficiency with using COMSEC Fill Devices (SKL, RASKL, etc.)

Demonstrated experience with governing policy in protecting classified information including requirements pertaining to the general safeguarding, control, transmission, disposition and retention of classified material

Proficiency with COMSEC specific tracking databases, (CARDS, DIAS, etc.)

Ability to properly track and document the issuance, inventory and receipt of COMSEC materials

Knowledge of DoD COMSEC principles and Crypto Keymat management policies and regulations

Knowledge of security classification, associated markings and physical security requirements for secure vaults and rooms

Familiarity with IT Security and associated concepts (i.e. requirements, countermeasures, risk management, contingency planning, emergency action procedures)

Ability to instruct users on proper use and protection of COMSEC material

Ability to travel may be required

Ability to lift and carry 25 pounds

Preferred Qualifications:

Proficiency in some or all of the following NSA Type-I Encryption Devices: KG-175, KG-250, and VIPERs

Transitioning service member or veteran of the U.S. military service or current military guard or reserve member

Spouse of a transitioning military service member or current military guard or reserve member

Master's Degree

Ability to maintain a professional and courteous manner in difficult situations

Ability to maintain high quality work to manage multiple critical projects

Ability to perform and participate in a team or self-managed environment

Ability to communicate effectively with program interfaces at all levels

Excellent customer service skills and demeanor

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or Security+ Key Management Infrastructure (KMI)

Salary Range: $79,300 - $118,900

Salary Range 2: $97,500 - $146,300

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.