Job#: 3023806 Job Description: ComSec Specialist, SeniorLocation: Pentagon (On-site, Full-time)
Clearance Required: TS/SCI (Active)
Target Salary: ~$140,000
OverviewApex Systems is seeking a
Senior ComSec Specialist to support Communications Security (ComSec), enterprise key management, and advanced cryptographic modernization initiatives for a highly visible DoD customer at the Pentagon. This role is suited for a proactive, strategic thinker with deep experience in secure communications, cryptographic technologies, and ComSec operations.
The ideal candidate can operate confidently in a fast-paced environment, provide thought leadership, and translate complex technical concepts into clear policy, guidance, and senior-leader briefings.
Key Responsibilities- Lead cryptographic modernization efforts across DoD programs, ensuring alignment with evolving NSA/CNSA requirements.
- Develop, review, and implement ComSec and key management policies, SOPs, and technical documentation.
- Advise senior leadership on cryptographic risk, modernization strategy, and enterprise-level ComSec initiatives.
- Review system architectures to ensure compliance with national security cryptographic standards.
- Analyze current ComSec processes and propose innovative improvements to optimize security, efficiency, and mission readiness.
- Conduct key management planning, accountability reviews, and lifecycle analysis of cryptographic equipment.
- Provide technical guidance on emerging cryptographic technologies, algorithms, and device fielding schedules.
- Prepare and deliver clear, high-quality briefings to O-6/C-suite level stakeholders.
- Mentor junior team members and serve as a senior technical resource for ComSec/crypto issues.
Required Qualifications- 12+ years of cybersecurity experience with a master's degree, OR
- 14+ years with a bachelor's degree, OR
- 18+ years with no degree.
- Demonstrated experience in communications security, cryptographic device management, and key management infrastructures.
- Strong understanding of NSA policies, CNSS guidance, and secure communications protocols.
- Proven ability to draft and refine policies, position papers, white papers, and technical documentation.
- Demonstrated initiative and proactive work style-must be able to identify needs and propose solutions without prompting.
- Experience interacting with senior military or government leadership.
- Active TS/SCI clearance.
Preferred Qualifications- Prior military experience in ComSec, crypto, signal, or cyber operations.
- Experience supporting cryptographic modernization programs or enterprise key management systems (EKMS/KMI/ACCM).
- Familiarity with cryptographic key distribution systems, tactical and strategic communication systems, and modernization timelines.
- Ability to conduct strategic risk assessments in emerging cryptographic landscapes (e.g., post-quantum considerations).
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
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