General Dynamics Bath Iron Works
Industrial Security Specialist III - COMSEC
General Dynamics Bath Iron Works, Bath, Maine, United States, 04530
Job Title
Industrial Security Key Management Infrastructure / Communications Security (KMI/COMSEC) Specialist Job Description
This position reports directly to the Facility Security Officer. The Industrial Security Key Management Infrastructure / Communications Security (KMI/COMSEC) Specialist is responsible for the accurate and efficient management of BIW's COMSEC and KMI program. Applicants must be able to obtain an interim security clearance within the first 45 days of hire. For more information regarding the security clearance process, please visit Investigations & Clearance Process. Key Responsibilities
Serve as BIW's primary COMSEC Account Manager with responsibility for all Controlled Cryptographic Items (CCI) and keying material. Maintain accurate records and accountability of COMSEC material. Ensure full compliance with NSA, DoD, and other agency-specific COMSEC policies and guidance. Perform key inventory audits, reconciliations, and routine account inspections in accordance with regulatory schedules. Support the implementation and management of electronic key delivery systems and modern cryptographic distribution platforms. Coordinate key ordering, destruction, issue, and transfer with appropriate authorities. Maintain secure physical storage and proper safeguarding of CCI devices and material. Train alternat custodians and U.S. Navy personnel on key handling, reporting procedures, and emergency destruction. Participate in incident response involving COMSEC spills, losses, or compromise. Interface with program managers and maintain strong relationships with Defense Counterintelligence & Security Agency (DCSA), NAVSEA, and SUPSHIP. Required/Preferred Education/Training
High School Diploma or GED required. Required/Preferred Experience
Must be able to obtain and maintain a final Top-Secret clearance Prior experience in Industrial Security and the protection of controlled and classified information, particularly COMSEC, is preferred. Working knowledge of compliance and guidance using the National Industrial Security Program Operations Manual (NISPOM) is preferred. KMI/COMSEC Certification is preferred. Security + Certification is preferred.
Industrial Security Key Management Infrastructure / Communications Security (KMI/COMSEC) Specialist Job Description
This position reports directly to the Facility Security Officer. The Industrial Security Key Management Infrastructure / Communications Security (KMI/COMSEC) Specialist is responsible for the accurate and efficient management of BIW's COMSEC and KMI program. Applicants must be able to obtain an interim security clearance within the first 45 days of hire. For more information regarding the security clearance process, please visit Investigations & Clearance Process. Key Responsibilities
Serve as BIW's primary COMSEC Account Manager with responsibility for all Controlled Cryptographic Items (CCI) and keying material. Maintain accurate records and accountability of COMSEC material. Ensure full compliance with NSA, DoD, and other agency-specific COMSEC policies and guidance. Perform key inventory audits, reconciliations, and routine account inspections in accordance with regulatory schedules. Support the implementation and management of electronic key delivery systems and modern cryptographic distribution platforms. Coordinate key ordering, destruction, issue, and transfer with appropriate authorities. Maintain secure physical storage and proper safeguarding of CCI devices and material. Train alternat custodians and U.S. Navy personnel on key handling, reporting procedures, and emergency destruction. Participate in incident response involving COMSEC spills, losses, or compromise. Interface with program managers and maintain strong relationships with Defense Counterintelligence & Security Agency (DCSA), NAVSEA, and SUPSHIP. Required/Preferred Education/Training
High School Diploma or GED required. Required/Preferred Experience
Must be able to obtain and maintain a final Top-Secret clearance Prior experience in Industrial Security and the protection of controlled and classified information, particularly COMSEC, is preferred. Working knowledge of compliance and guidance using the National Industrial Security Program Operations Manual (NISPOM) is preferred. KMI/COMSEC Certification is preferred. Security + Certification is preferred.