COMSEC Account Manager

Lanteris Space Systems is hiring a COMSEC Account Manager (CAM).  In this role, you will be responsible for the safeguarding, accountability, and control of all Communications Security (COMSEC) materials in accordance with applicable National Security Agency (NSA), Department of Defense (DoD), and federal regulations. This role ensures strict compliance with all governing policies and procedures while supporting secure communications operations across programs. The CAM works closely with Engineering, Program Management, and IT teams to maintain operational integrity and security posture. This role is based onsite in our Palo Alto, CA office.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain full accountability and control of all COMSEC material, including cryptographic keys, equipment, and related documentation
• Ensure strict compliance with NSA, DoD, and federal COMSEC policies, procedures, and regulations (e.g., CNSSI, EKMS/KMI guidance)
• Perform COMSEC inventory management, audits, and reconciliation in accordance with required schedules
• Manage receipt, storage, distribution, transfer, and destruction of COMSEC materials
• Maintain accurate records using approved COMSEC accounting systems (e.g., KMI)
• Serve as the primary point of contact for COMSEC-related inspections and audits
• Develop, implement, and enforce local COMSEC procedures and standard operating instructions (SOIs)
• Identify, report, and remediate COMSEC incidents, discrepancies, or security violations
• Provide training and guidance to personnel handling COMSEC materials
• Partner with Engineering teams to support secure system integration and cryptographic implementations
• Collaborate with Program Management to ensure COMSEC requirements are incorporated into program execution
• Work with IT/security teams to align COMSEC practices with enterprise cybersecurity controls
• Support accreditation and compliance activities, including RMF and security assessments

Minimum  Requirements

• Must be a US Citizen
• Active TS/SCI security clearance with CI Poly eligibility
• Minimum of 8 years of related work experience
• Formal COMSEC training (e.g., NSA COMSEC Account Manager Course or equivalent)
• Demonstrated experience managing a COMSEC account in a DoD or federal environment
• Knowledge of NSA, DoD, and federal COMSEC regulations and policies
• Experience with Key Management Infrastructure (KMI) or Electronic Key Management System (EKMS)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting classified programs or secure communications environments
• Familiarity with cryptographic equipment and keying material lifecycle management
• Experience with Risk Management Framework (RMF) and information assurance practices
• Prior experience working cross-functionally with Engineering, IT, and Program Management teams
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to manage sensitive materials with strict accountability standards
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Integrity and accountability
• Strong compliance mindset
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and under strict regulatory requirements
• Effective collaboration across technical and program teams

In support of pay transparency at Lanteris Space Systems, we disclose salary ranges on all U.S. job postings.  The successful candidate’s starting pay will fall within the salary range provided below and is determined based on job-related factors, including, but not limited to, the experience, qualifications, knowledge, skills, geographic work location, and market conditions. Candidates with the minimum necessary experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skillsets for the position should not expect to receive the upper end of the pay range.

For all other states, we use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop market-driven ranges for our roles, and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, health and welfare insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees. More information on our benefits will be shared with candidates as they move forward in the recruitment process.

The application window is three days from the date the job is posted and will remain posted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire.  If the job is reposted regardless of reason, it will remain posted three days from the date the job is reposted and will remain reposted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire. 

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To apply, submit your application via the Lanteris Space Systems Career page.

Lanteris Space Systems values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.