COMSEC Network Designer Lead

Job Profile:

IT Network Engineering T5

JR Type:

Proposal

Job Category:

Information Technology

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

TS/SCI with Polygraph

Percentage of Travel Required:

Up to 10%

Type of Travel:

Continental US, Local, Outside Continental US

Program/Opportunity Name:

Opportunity | NRO Broadside 2.0

Referral Bonus Plan:

$7,000 - TS/SCI with Poly

Anticipated Posting End: 1/26/2026

 

Job Description:

The Opportunity:

Team CACI has an exciting and challenging opportunity available for a COMSEC (communications security) Network Designer Lead supporting an Intelligence Community customer’s wide-area (WAN), campus-area (CAN), and local-area (LAN) networks across multiple security domains. Focus will be on COMSEC account management, and cryptologic duties to include operation and maintenance of encryption devices.

As the COMSEC Lead, you will be responsible for overseeing the communications security program, ensuring the protection of sensitive information transmitted network connected and point to point communications systems. This role will require expertise in managing COMSEC requirements, policies, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.

The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of COMSEC principles, practices, and technologies, as well as a proven track record in leading teams to safeguard national communications security.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the organization's COMSEC program, ensuring compliance with national security policies, standards, and regulations (e.g., NIST, FIPS, DoD directives).

• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and safety standards.

• Focus will be on COMSEC Account Management, Custodian Duties and Encryption device configuration and maintenance.

• Collaborate with other cybersecurity teams to ensure integration of COMSEC measures into broader IT and security strategies.

• Provide expert advice and guidance on COMSEC issues to leadership, staff, and other stakeholders.

• Maintain current inventory of all Controlled Cryptographic Items (CCI) material.

• Coordinate system maintenance, monitoring and installation of COMSEC equipment across multiple WAN/LAN environments.

• Develop and maintain a road map for capabilities, operations, and technologies including providing guidance on forecasting cryptographic equipment needs.

• Assist with development and execution of test plans and supporting documentation of all communications security configuration upgrades, additions or revisions for customer approval before implementation.

• Evaluate and recommend changes and/or technology upgrades to address performance, standardization and industry best practices.

• Perform audits and assessments of COMSEC operations to ensure the effectiveness and efficiency of the program.

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of emerging threats and new technologies within the COMSEC domain.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

• 10 years’ of related work experience

• DOD 8570 IAT2 level certification (Security )

• Security Clearance: active TS/SCI, eligibility to take and pass a polygraph.

• Proven experience leading and managing COMSEC programs and teams.

• In-depth knowledge of COMSEC principles, standards, and practices.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.

• Experience with the following encryption devices:
  General Dynamics family: KG175D, KG175F, KG175G and KG175X
  L-3 Family: KG245A and KG245X
  Viasat Family: KG250, KG250X, KG255X and KG142
  Link Encryptors: KIV-7M

Desired:

• Experience with COMSEC tools and software such as KMI (Key Management Infrastructure), COMSEC equipment management platforms, or similar systems.

• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, COMSEC Manager (e.g., CNSS 4011).

Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$115,600 - 254,200 USD

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

Salary : $115,600 - $254,200