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Cybersecurity career opportunity

Security Specialist (COMSEC)

Posted by Pentagon Force Protection Agency

  • Pentagon, Arlington, Virginia
  • full-time
  • onsite
  • 21 September 2026

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Job information

Job information
Opportunity profile
EmployerPentagon Force Protection Agency
LocationPentagon, Arlington, Virginia
Cybersecurity fieldSecurity Engineering & Architecture
Job specialtySecurity Specialist (COMSEC)
Employment typefull-time
Work arrangementonsite
Posted21 September 2026
Application deadline25 September 2026
CompensationUSD 102,415 – USD 133,142
Skills and qualifications
Experience levelmid
Required skillsSecurity Administration
Frameworks and standardsNIST
Visa sponsorshipNo

Job description

The position is located on the Security Services Division (SSD), Security Administration Branch, Communications Security (COMSEC) Team. Incumbent typical work assignments may include the following: Serves as a liaison between PFPA and the National Security Agency (NSA) to account for and control COMSEC material via the Electronic Key Management System (EKMS) and Key Management Infrastructure (KMI). Provides guidance on hiding messages and message characteristics flowing on a network (Traffic-Flow Security). Maintains written procedures to ensure strict control of COMSEC material to include standard operating procedures, HRHs instructional guidance, COMSEC briefings/training, emergency action plans, and equipment procedures to strengthen current operations awareness. Serve as a Communication Security (COMSEC) Manager, overseeing the installation, testing, operation, troubleshooting and maintenance of PKI and encryption systems. Apply networking concepts and security methodologies to support secure system integration implementation planning, and lifecycle management of classified materials and encrypted assets. Install, configure, troubleshoot, and maintain customer hardware and network devices, ensuring confidentiality, integrity, and availability in line…

Location

Pentagon, Arlington, Virginia

STRUCTURED JOB REQUIREMENTS

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  • Cryptography and key managementRequired · Proficient
  • Security awareness and behaviorRequired · Proficient
  • Security policy developmentRequired · Proficient

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