National Security Agency
Corporate Policy Officer / Communications Security (COMSEC) Auditor - Experience
National Security Agency, Fort George Meade, Maryland, United States
Corporate Policy Officer / Communications Security (COMSEC) Auditor - Experienced Level (Maryland)
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Job Summary Do you have expertise with policy within the federal government? Do you have knowledge and experience with the control and accountability of Communications Security (COMSEC) material and/or COMSEC policy? If so, NSA has a job for you! As a COMSEC Auditor for the NSA Central Office of Record, you will have the opportunity to travel the world to ensure that our Government and contractor's sites are in compliance with both national and NSA's standards related to the protection of our nation's COMSEC material.
Responsibilities
Research and develop policies that guide behavior and support mission objectives
Interpret, review, and coordinate National policies that affect COMSEC activities with the Intelligence Community (IC) and Department of Defense (DoD)
Recommend official NSA positions on policies to senior leadership
Advocate, promote, and coordinate NSA/CSS policy positions with counterparts as required in the IC, DoD, other Executive Branch agencies, and others
Maintain a comprehensive understanding of national and NSA/CSS Central Office of Record level policies
Coordinate logistics and administrative items
Provide policy expertise to 1700 NSA Central Office of Record COMSEC accounts
Perform COMSEC audits of accounts in US and overseas for compliance with National and NSA policies
Travel in the U.S. and overseas for approximately 8 weeks per year
Communicate with COMSEC Account personnel before, during, and after the audit
Author formal COMSEC Audit reports upon completion of the audit
Qualifications The qualifications listed are the minimum acceptable to be considered for the position. Degree in a Writing or Policy related field (e.g., Law, Communications, Public Policy, Technical Writing, Creative Writing, and English) is preferred, but a degree in any field is acceptable.
FULL PERFORMANCE Entry
is with a Bachelor's degree plus 3 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree plus 1 year of relevant experience, or a Doctoral degree and no experience. A high school diploma or GED plus 7 years of relevant experience, or an Associate's degree plus 5 years of relevant experience may be considered for individuals with in-depth experience that is clearly related to the position.
SENIOR Entry
is with a Bachelor's degree plus 6 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree plus 4 years of relevant experience, or a Doctoral degree plus 2 years of relevant experience. A high school diploma or GED plus 10 years of relevant experience, or an Associate's degree plus 8 years of relevant experience may be considered for individuals with in-depth experience that is clearly related to the position.
Relevant experience must be performing policy related work in a subject matters related to the position in which the candidate is applying (e.g., regulatory, national and foreign security, budget and public finance) within the government or as a government contractor, and project management or formal/informal leadership.
Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule Pay: Salary offers are based on candidates' education level and years of experience relevant to the position and also take into account information provided by the hiring manager/organization regarding the work level for the position.
Salary Range: $84,601 - $185,234 (Full Performance - Senior). Salary range varies by location, work level, and relevant experience to the position. Training will be provided based on the selectee's needs and experience.
Benefits: NSA offers a comprehensive benefits package.
Work Schedule: This is a full-time position, Monday - Friday, with basic 8‑hour/day work requirement between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (flexible).
DCIPS Trial Period: If selected for this position, you will be required to serve a two‑year DCIPS trial period, unless you are a veterans' preference‑eligible employee, in which case you are required to serve a one‑year trial period. This trial period runs concurrently with your commitment to the position, if applicable. Before finalizing your appointment at the conclusion of your trial period, NSA will determine whether your continued employment advances the public interest.
How To Apply - External The following four narrative questions provide an opportunity for you to highlight your dedication to public service for the hiring manager and agency leadership (or designee(s)). While your responses are not required and will not be scored, we encourage you to thoughtfully address each question. Please provide a response of 200 words or less to each question. You will be asked to certify that you are using your own words and did not use a consultant or artificial intelligence (AI) such as a large language model (LLM) like ChatGPT or Copilot.
How has your commitment to the Constitution and the founding principles of the United States inspired you to pursue this role within the Federal government? Provide a concrete example from professional, academic, or personal experience.
In this role, how would you use your skills and experience to improve government efficiency and effectiveness? Provide specific examples where you improved processes, reduced costs, or improved outcomes.
How would you help advance the President's Executive Orders and policy priorities in this role? Identify one or two relevant Executive Orders or policy initiatives that are significant to you, and explain how you would help implement them if hired.
How has a strong work ethic contributed to your professional, academic or personal achievements? Provide one or two specific examples, and explain how those qualities would enable you to serve effectively in this position.
Apply soonest, as job postings can close earlier than stated end dates due to changes in requirements. It is important to review and note the minimum qualifications, as only those applicants who meet the required qualifications will be contacted to continue the employment process. Please populate the resume tool to showcase any relevant work experience and education related to the position and answer any applicable screening questions. Information collected will be used to determine eligibility, and failure to provide accurate information may result in disqualification for this position. A confirmation email will be sent after submission of the first application and also after any future updates to submitted applications.
Due to time sensitive communications regarding applications, please ensure your spam filters are configured to accept email from noreply@intelligencecareers.gov. For job vacancies that include stated testing requirements, also include the following: @uwe.nsa.gov, @nsa.gov, and @pearson.com
U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants. NSA is an equal opportunity employer and abides by applicable employment laws and regulations. All applicants and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with Executive Order 12564. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to applicants with disabilities during the application and hiring process where appropriate.
DCIPS Disclaimer / Veterans Eligibility
VETERANS AND TRANSITIONING SERVICE MEMBERS – Thank you for your service! The National Security Agency (NSA) is part of the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). All positions at NSA are in the Excepted Service under Title 10, United States Codes (U.S.C.), Section 1601 appointment authority. Veterans' Preference In accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 2005, "DoD Civilian Personnel Management System: Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System Employment and Placement," NSA applies veterans' preference, as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5, U.S.C., to eligible candidates. If you are claiming veterans' preference, you are required to provide acceptable documentation of your preference eligibility upon application. Acceptable documentation includes: DD-214: "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty," which shows dates of service and discharge under honorable conditions (Copy 4); OR - Certification of Service: A written document on letterhead from the appropriate branch of the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is signed. The certification should include the military service dates, including the expected discharge or release date; AND - Standard Form 15 (SF-15) Application for 10-point Veteran Preference (http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/sf15.pdf). If you are claiming a service-connected disability of 30 percent or more, the documentation you provide must specifically demonstrate this level of disability; AND - VA Letter of Disability (for 10pt and Sole Survivorship rating). You may obtain a letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs reflecting your level of disability for preference eligibility by visiting a VA Regional Office, contacting a VA call center, or online (https://www.ebenefits.va.gov/).
Skills
Continual learner, problem solver
Strong communicator (both written and oral)
An active listener
Politically savvy
Accountable
Adaptable
Able to balance details with strategic vision
Able to work effectively (independently and/or within teams) across functional areas in a collaborative environment
Able to manage multiple tasks with competing timelines and deliverables
Knowledge and experience for the Corporate Policy Officer / COMSEC Auditor in one or more of the following areas is imperative: Communications Security (COMSEC) – top preference; Cybersecurity; Signals Intelligence; Information Technology; Program Management; Personnel and Physical Security; Auditing
Seniority Level Not Applicable
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Other
Industries Computer and Network Security, Government Administration, and IT Services and IT Consulting
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Job Summary Do you have expertise with policy within the federal government? Do you have knowledge and experience with the control and accountability of Communications Security (COMSEC) material and/or COMSEC policy? If so, NSA has a job for you! As a COMSEC Auditor for the NSA Central Office of Record, you will have the opportunity to travel the world to ensure that our Government and contractor's sites are in compliance with both national and NSA's standards related to the protection of our nation's COMSEC material.
Responsibilities
Research and develop policies that guide behavior and support mission objectives
Interpret, review, and coordinate National policies that affect COMSEC activities with the Intelligence Community (IC) and Department of Defense (DoD)
Recommend official NSA positions on policies to senior leadership
Advocate, promote, and coordinate NSA/CSS policy positions with counterparts as required in the IC, DoD, other Executive Branch agencies, and others
Maintain a comprehensive understanding of national and NSA/CSS Central Office of Record level policies
Coordinate logistics and administrative items
Provide policy expertise to 1700 NSA Central Office of Record COMSEC accounts
Perform COMSEC audits of accounts in US and overseas for compliance with National and NSA policies
Travel in the U.S. and overseas for approximately 8 weeks per year
Communicate with COMSEC Account personnel before, during, and after the audit
Author formal COMSEC Audit reports upon completion of the audit
Qualifications The qualifications listed are the minimum acceptable to be considered for the position. Degree in a Writing or Policy related field (e.g., Law, Communications, Public Policy, Technical Writing, Creative Writing, and English) is preferred, but a degree in any field is acceptable.
FULL PERFORMANCE Entry
is with a Bachelor's degree plus 3 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree plus 1 year of relevant experience, or a Doctoral degree and no experience. A high school diploma or GED plus 7 years of relevant experience, or an Associate's degree plus 5 years of relevant experience may be considered for individuals with in-depth experience that is clearly related to the position.
SENIOR Entry
is with a Bachelor's degree plus 6 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree plus 4 years of relevant experience, or a Doctoral degree plus 2 years of relevant experience. A high school diploma or GED plus 10 years of relevant experience, or an Associate's degree plus 8 years of relevant experience may be considered for individuals with in-depth experience that is clearly related to the position.
Relevant experience must be performing policy related work in a subject matters related to the position in which the candidate is applying (e.g., regulatory, national and foreign security, budget and public finance) within the government or as a government contractor, and project management or formal/informal leadership.
Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule Pay: Salary offers are based on candidates' education level and years of experience relevant to the position and also take into account information provided by the hiring manager/organization regarding the work level for the position.
Salary Range: $84,601 - $185,234 (Full Performance - Senior). Salary range varies by location, work level, and relevant experience to the position. Training will be provided based on the selectee's needs and experience.
Benefits: NSA offers a comprehensive benefits package.
Work Schedule: This is a full-time position, Monday - Friday, with basic 8‑hour/day work requirement between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (flexible).
DCIPS Trial Period: If selected for this position, you will be required to serve a two‑year DCIPS trial period, unless you are a veterans' preference‑eligible employee, in which case you are required to serve a one‑year trial period. This trial period runs concurrently with your commitment to the position, if applicable. Before finalizing your appointment at the conclusion of your trial period, NSA will determine whether your continued employment advances the public interest.
How To Apply - External The following four narrative questions provide an opportunity for you to highlight your dedication to public service for the hiring manager and agency leadership (or designee(s)). While your responses are not required and will not be scored, we encourage you to thoughtfully address each question. Please provide a response of 200 words or less to each question. You will be asked to certify that you are using your own words and did not use a consultant or artificial intelligence (AI) such as a large language model (LLM) like ChatGPT or Copilot.
How has your commitment to the Constitution and the founding principles of the United States inspired you to pursue this role within the Federal government? Provide a concrete example from professional, academic, or personal experience.
In this role, how would you use your skills and experience to improve government efficiency and effectiveness? Provide specific examples where you improved processes, reduced costs, or improved outcomes.
How would you help advance the President's Executive Orders and policy priorities in this role? Identify one or two relevant Executive Orders or policy initiatives that are significant to you, and explain how you would help implement them if hired.
How has a strong work ethic contributed to your professional, academic or personal achievements? Provide one or two specific examples, and explain how those qualities would enable you to serve effectively in this position.
Apply soonest, as job postings can close earlier than stated end dates due to changes in requirements. It is important to review and note the minimum qualifications, as only those applicants who meet the required qualifications will be contacted to continue the employment process. Please populate the resume tool to showcase any relevant work experience and education related to the position and answer any applicable screening questions. Information collected will be used to determine eligibility, and failure to provide accurate information may result in disqualification for this position. A confirmation email will be sent after submission of the first application and also after any future updates to submitted applications.
Due to time sensitive communications regarding applications, please ensure your spam filters are configured to accept email from noreply@intelligencecareers.gov. For job vacancies that include stated testing requirements, also include the following: @uwe.nsa.gov, @nsa.gov, and @pearson.com
U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants. NSA is an equal opportunity employer and abides by applicable employment laws and regulations. All applicants and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with Executive Order 12564. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to applicants with disabilities during the application and hiring process where appropriate.
DCIPS Disclaimer / Veterans Eligibility
VETERANS AND TRANSITIONING SERVICE MEMBERS – Thank you for your service! The National Security Agency (NSA) is part of the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). All positions at NSA are in the Excepted Service under Title 10, United States Codes (U.S.C.), Section 1601 appointment authority. Veterans' Preference In accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 2005, "DoD Civilian Personnel Management System: Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System Employment and Placement," NSA applies veterans' preference, as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5, U.S.C., to eligible candidates. If you are claiming veterans' preference, you are required to provide acceptable documentation of your preference eligibility upon application. Acceptable documentation includes: DD-214: "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty," which shows dates of service and discharge under honorable conditions (Copy 4); OR - Certification of Service: A written document on letterhead from the appropriate branch of the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is signed. The certification should include the military service dates, including the expected discharge or release date; AND - Standard Form 15 (SF-15) Application for 10-point Veteran Preference (http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/sf15.pdf). If you are claiming a service-connected disability of 30 percent or more, the documentation you provide must specifically demonstrate this level of disability; AND - VA Letter of Disability (for 10pt and Sole Survivorship rating). You may obtain a letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs reflecting your level of disability for preference eligibility by visiting a VA Regional Office, contacting a VA call center, or online (https://www.ebenefits.va.gov/).
Skills
Continual learner, problem solver
Strong communicator (both written and oral)
An active listener
Politically savvy
Accountable
Adaptable
Able to balance details with strategic vision
Able to work effectively (independently and/or within teams) across functional areas in a collaborative environment
Able to manage multiple tasks with competing timelines and deliverables
Knowledge and experience for the Corporate Policy Officer / COMSEC Auditor in one or more of the following areas is imperative: Communications Security (COMSEC) – top preference; Cybersecurity; Signals Intelligence; Information Technology; Program Management; Personnel and Physical Security; Auditing
Seniority Level Not Applicable
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Other
Industries Computer and Network Security, Government Administration, and IT Services and IT Consulting
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