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COMSEC Specialist (Onsite)

BAE Systems

Tucson, AZFull-time$72–123K/yrSeen 4 days agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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Compensation
$72–123K/yr
Location
Tucson, AZ
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Top Secret clearance

Job overview

BAE Systems seeks a COMSEC Specialist to support the Compass Call field engineering team and maintain compliance with government COMSEC requirements for delivered mission and support systems. The role provides day-to-day security-process support, manages COMSEC materials and accounts, and supports inspections, training, and deployed operations. Work is full-time and on-site at a BAE Systems facility.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Security Policy InterpretationSecurity Policy EnforcementCOMSEC PolicyCOMSEC StandardsKey Loading DevicesEncryption DevicesIndustry PracticesCOMSEC ManagementGovernment Security RequirementsSecure EnvironmentsProblem SolvingWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationTime ManagementDecision MakingIndependent WorkAnalysisCommunicationMultitasking

Qualifications

Active Top Secret ClearanceAbility to Obtain SAPDeployment QualificationsWillingness to Deploy OCONUSKMI CertificationDIAS COMSEC Management ExperienceCOMSEC Responsible Officer Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave

Full job description

Job Description

We put our customers first - exemplified by our mission "We Protect Those Who Protect Us.

BAE Systems is seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our team of professionals as a COMSEC Specialist.

Compass Call is an airborne tactical electronic attack weapon system that disrupts enemy command and control communications, radars, and navigation systems to restrict adversary battlespace coordination. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. Drawing strength from our differences, we're innovating for the future. And you can, too. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life.

The qualified candidate will be working with the field engineering team to support and ensure the requirements of NSA/CSS Policy Manual 3-16 and other applicable manuals are implemented and compliance is maintained for the Compass Call delivered mission systems and mission support systems at Davis-Monthan AFB, AZ. The candidate will have detailed knowledge of DoD and COMSEC security processes and provide day-to-day support throughout all operations.

Responsibilities of the COMSEC Specialist will include, but are not limited to:

  • Manage CC CLS COMSEC accounts in accordance with NSA/CSS Policy Manual 3-16 and DAFMAN 17-1302-O.

  • Provide oversight for the CC CLS Security COMSEC program for standardization and compliance.

  • Maintain Mandatory Government Request for cryptographic software upgrades.

  • Be responsible for the receipt, transfer, accountability, safeguarding, and destruction of all COMSEC material.

  • Utilize Key loading devices (SKL, DTD, RASKL) STE and Viper phones.

  • Knowledge of the NSA 3-16 manual, DAFMAN 17-1302-O, the CNSSI manuals 4001, 4003, 4004.1, 4005 and the NISPOM.

  • Maintain and coordinate future KEYMAT in support of all programs with the proper short title as needed depending on the crypto period.

  • Investigate, prepare and submit COMSEC incident reports to multiple cognizant security authorities.

  • Conduct semi-annual physical inventory of all COMSEC material; ensure company compliance.

  • Work closely with program personnel, asset management, and vendors with any purchase of CCI material to ensure proper procedures and NSA physical requirements are being applied.

  • Perform initial and refresher COMSEC and Crypto briefings and employee training on processes and procedures.

  • Provide support with all COMSEC inspections and Staff Assistance Visits.

  • Represents the organization as Prime Contact when required.

  • Act as COMSEC lead while in deployed locations.

Because of the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and/or the requirement to perform all work on-site due to the nature of this particular role, it will be performed full-time on-site. This means work will be conducted on location at a BAE Systems facility 100% of the time.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

  • Hold an active Top Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain/maintain SAP

  • Interpret and enforce government and company security policies and provide direction and guidance to program personnel

  • Possess a high level of understanding COMSEC policies to include NSA/CSS Policy Manual 3-16, and DAFMAN 17-1302-O in operational aircraft environments

  • Thorough knowledge and demonstrated application of the U.S. Government COMSEC security standards

  • Experienced with a wide range of Key loading devices (SKL, DTD, RASKL)

  • Experienced with Encryption devices (KGs, STE and ViPer phones)

  • Complete understanding of industry practices

  • The incumbent must possess and maintain all qualifications for deployment and demonstrate a clear willingness to deploy, including OCONUS, in support of operational and mission requirements.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

  • KMI certified

  • Previous experience with DIAS COMSEC management system

  • Previous experience as a COMSEC Responsible Officer

  • Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of DoD COMSEC Manuals (NSA, CNSS, NISPOM, DAFMAN)

  • Ability to apply the foregoing knowledge of government security requirements in a complex multi-level secure environment to ensure program compliance in non-routine situations

  • Ability to work independently to identify, assess & resolve unique COMSEC situations with innovative solutions geared to facilitate contract performance within the bounds of security requirements

  • Highly proficient written and verbal communication skills with emphasis on clear and cogent presentation of complex information

  • Ability to manage time, make sound decisions, take independent action, analyze problems, and provide focused solutions

  • Must have a professional demeanor, good people skills, ability to communicate effectively, and be able to perform in a multi-tasked, dynamic environment

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $72150 - $122655

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

COMSEC Specialist (Onsite)

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How this job compares

Set against the 612 open Security Specialist jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$72–123K/yr
  • US median$80–116K/yr357 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $97K, is 3% above the US median midpoint ($95K) — in the middle half of Security Specialist salary ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 612 open Security Specialist jobs across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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Experience
Security Specialist postings that state a minimum ask for 4 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 1 to 6 years (398 postings).
Education
118 of the 612 open Security Specialist jobs (19%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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