Security Specialist (COMSEC)

Pentagon Force Protection Agency · Department of Defense

📍 Pentagon, Arlington, Virginia 💰 $102415 – $133142/yr 🏠 Telework eligible

Quick Facts

Hiring Agency: Pentagon Force Protection Agency
Department: Department of Defense
Location: Pentagon, Arlington, Virginia
Salary: $102415 – $133142/yr
Hiring Path: Fed Transition
Number of Openings: 1
Telework Eligible: Yes
Security Clearance: Sensitive Compartmented Information
Date Posted: 2026-09-21
Application Deadline: 2026-09-25

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Job Summary

The position is located on the Security Services Division (SSD), Security Administration Branch, Communications Security (COMSEC) Team.

Key Responsibilities

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 with information assurance policies.

Develop and update customer support and security policies, procedures, and standards, as well as maintain tracking, and resolution databases for incident management. Deliver training to personnel in proper COMSEC procedures and use of related equipment, and promote organization-wide security awareness, ensuring user compliance with established cybersecurity policies and standards.

Requirements & Education

Education cannot be substituted for experience.

Contact

whs.job.application.assistance@mail.mil

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Pentagon Force Protection Agency, Department of Defense.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $102415 – $133142/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Sensitive Compartmented Information security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-09-25.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.