Draper Labs
COMSEC Analyst
Draper Labs, Cambridge, Massachusetts, us, 02140
Overview:Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com.Job Description Summary:The COMSEC Analyst leads accurate 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.
Job Description:Duties/Responsibilities* Handles the receipt, custody, issuing, safeguarding, accounting, and destruction of COMSEC material, maintain records and submit all required accounting reports in accordance with established policy and NSA regulations.* Conducts audits and inspections of all COMSEC and CCI materials* Collaborates with Information Technology and Information Security representatives to procure, install and troubleshoot secure network connections* Develops and maintain a Cryptographic Key Management Support Plan as part of the COMSEC Standard Operating Procedure (SOP).* Couriers classified information and author receipts for classified materials.* Train personnel in COMSEC procedures and the use hand receipt holders in security and accounting functions* Conduct Semi* Annual Inventory for all COMSEC Material and Equipment.* Conduct maintenance, installation, and software upgrades for all secure COMSEC Equipment.* Maintain records of all issued COMSEC material issued to include hand receipts.* Perform annual Rekey functions for COMSEC equipment held locally.* Maintain COMSEC Account files and prepare and submit accounting reports as required.* Performs other duties as assigned
Skills/Abilities* Ability to respond to security incidents or infractions at any time.* Knowledge of NSA COMSEC management policies and all applicable CNSSI* Knowledge of COMSEC account software, either DIAS or KMI* Knowledge of processing classified cryptographic communications material and devices to include Vipers, STE, TACLANEs, etc.* Knowledge of implementing a COMSEC program under the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM)* Strong interpersonal skills and service oriented* Ability to work under pressure, be a self* starter and work well with all levels of management and staff.
EducationBachelor degree in related discipline
Experience3* 5 years experience in COMSEC or related with experience as a primary or alternate COMSEC custodian or COMSEC account manager / Electronic Key Management System (EKMS) account manager.
Additional Job Description:Applicants selected for this position will be required to have and maintain a government top secret security clearance.Connect With Draper for Future Opportunities! If you don't find the right posting in our Career Opportunities, you may submit your resume for future consideration.Job Location - City:Cambridge
Job Location - State:Massachusetts
Job Location - Postal Code:02139-3563
Our work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you, apply now www.draper.com/careers.Equal Employment Opportunity:Draper is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We understand the value of diversity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact hr@draper.com.
Job Description:Duties/Responsibilities* Handles the receipt, custody, issuing, safeguarding, accounting, and destruction of COMSEC material, maintain records and submit all required accounting reports in accordance with established policy and NSA regulations.* Conducts audits and inspections of all COMSEC and CCI materials* Collaborates with Information Technology and Information Security representatives to procure, install and troubleshoot secure network connections* Develops and maintain a Cryptographic Key Management Support Plan as part of the COMSEC Standard Operating Procedure (SOP).* Couriers classified information and author receipts for classified materials.* Train personnel in COMSEC procedures and the use hand receipt holders in security and accounting functions* Conduct Semi* Annual Inventory for all COMSEC Material and Equipment.* Conduct maintenance, installation, and software upgrades for all secure COMSEC Equipment.* Maintain records of all issued COMSEC material issued to include hand receipts.* Perform annual Rekey functions for COMSEC equipment held locally.* Maintain COMSEC Account files and prepare and submit accounting reports as required.* Performs other duties as assigned
Skills/Abilities* Ability to respond to security incidents or infractions at any time.* Knowledge of NSA COMSEC management policies and all applicable CNSSI* Knowledge of COMSEC account software, either DIAS or KMI* Knowledge of processing classified cryptographic communications material and devices to include Vipers, STE, TACLANEs, etc.* Knowledge of implementing a COMSEC program under the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM)* Strong interpersonal skills and service oriented* Ability to work under pressure, be a self* starter and work well with all levels of management and staff.
EducationBachelor degree in related discipline
Experience3* 5 years experience in COMSEC or related with experience as a primary or alternate COMSEC custodian or COMSEC account manager / Electronic Key Management System (EKMS) account manager.
Additional Job Description:Applicants selected for this position will be required to have and maintain a government top secret security clearance.Connect With Draper for Future Opportunities! If you don't find the right posting in our Career Opportunities, you may submit your resume for future consideration.Job Location - City:Cambridge
Job Location - State:Massachusetts
Job Location - Postal Code:02139-3563
Our work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you, apply now www.draper.com/careers.Equal Employment Opportunity:Draper is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We understand the value of diversity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact hr@draper.com.