Job Description
Position Overview:
The Unit Communications Manager (UCM) serves as the principal technical
advisor and administrator for all communication, information technology (IT), and
cryptographic systems within a Department of War (DoW) unit.
Operating under an Impact Level 5 (ILS) environment, this role oversees the
lifecycle of hardware, software, and secure networks. The UCM ensures unit readiness by directly managing NIPR, SIPR, and JWICS node logistics, coordinating COMSEC
(Cryptographic Security) keying material, and maintaining strict inventory
control over tactical communications gear.
Key Responsibilities:
Coordinate with Base Communications Squadrons (BCS) and Enterprise Service
Desks for the provisioning, installation, and troubleshooting of NIPR, SIPR,
and JWICS accounts, workstations, and network drops.
Manage the operational readiness of land mobile radios (LMRs), tactical
satellite systems (TACSAT), and ultra-high frequency (UHF/VHF) radios.
Coordinate field-level maintenance and testing.
Serve as the Unit Cryptographic Security (COMSEC) Responsible Officer (CRO).
Coordinate the receipt, distribution, physical safeguarding, destruction,
and loading of cryptographic keying material (KYK-13, SKL).
Direct the IT Asset Management (ITAM) program. Maintain 100% accountability
for all communications electronics (CE) assets, server racks, user
endpoints, and secure peripherals.
Partner with cybersecurity personnel to identify network vulnerabilities,
verify compliance with Information Assurance Vulnerability Alerts (IAVAs),
and assist with cybersecurity mitigation strategies.
. Security Clearance: Active DoD Top Secret/ SCI (TS/SCI) clearance is
required on Day 1 due to JWICS, SIPR, and cryptographic access.
. Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information
Technology, or equivalent military communications experience (e.g., USAF
3D/1D7, Army 25-Series, Navy IT).
. Systems Proficiency: Expert-level familiarity with the
KIK-11/KIK-20/KIK-30 (Simple Key Loader - SKL), Automated Information System
(AIS) tracking databases, and DoD IT ticketing platforms (Remedy/vESD).
. Experience: 5+ years of military or DoD contractor experience in
communications management, network operations, or secure systems
administration.
. Certifications: Must meet DoD 8577.01-M / DoD 8140 Information
Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II minimum requirements (e.g., Comp TIA
Security+ CE).
. Must possess or complete the Cryptographic Representative
Officer (CRO) certification course within 30 days of hire.
Position is at MacDill AFB, FL
The Unit Communications Manager (UCM) serves as the principal technical
advisor and administrator for all communication, information technology (IT), and
cryptographic systems within a Department of War (DoW) unit.
Operating under an Impact Level 5 (ILS) environment, this role oversees the
lifecycle of hardware, software, and secure networks. The UCM ensures unit readiness by directly managing NIPR, SIPR, and JWICS node logistics, coordinating COMSEC
(Cryptographic Security) keying material, and maintaining strict inventory
control over tactical communications gear.
Key Responsibilities:
Coordinate with Base Communications Squadrons (BCS) and Enterprise Service
Desks for the provisioning, installation, and troubleshooting of NIPR, SIPR,
and JWICS accounts, workstations, and network drops.
Manage the operational readiness of land mobile radios (LMRs), tactical
satellite systems (TACSAT), and ultra-high frequency (UHF/VHF) radios.
Coordinate field-level maintenance and testing.
Serve as the Unit Cryptographic Security (COMSEC) Responsible Officer (CRO).
Coordinate the receipt, distribution, physical safeguarding, destruction,
and loading of cryptographic keying material (KYK-13, SKL).
Direct the IT Asset Management (ITAM) program. Maintain 100% accountability
for all communications electronics (CE) assets, server racks, user
endpoints, and secure peripherals.
Partner with cybersecurity personnel to identify network vulnerabilities,
verify compliance with Information Assurance Vulnerability Alerts (IAVAs),
and assist with cybersecurity mitigation strategies.
. Security Clearance: Active DoD Top Secret/ SCI (TS/SCI) clearance is
required on Day 1 due to JWICS, SIPR, and cryptographic access.
. Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information
Technology, or equivalent military communications experience (e.g., USAF
3D/1D7, Army 25-Series, Navy IT).
. Systems Proficiency: Expert-level familiarity with the
KIK-11/KIK-20/KIK-30 (Simple Key Loader - SKL), Automated Information System
(AIS) tracking databases, and DoD IT ticketing platforms (Remedy/vESD).
. Experience: 5+ years of military or DoD contractor experience in
communications management, network operations, or secure systems
administration.
. Certifications: Must meet DoD 8577.01-M / DoD 8140 Information
Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II minimum requirements (e.g., Comp TIA
Security+ CE).
. Must possess or complete the Cryptographic Representative
Officer (CRO) certification course within 30 days of hire.
Position is at MacDill AFB, FL
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Tampa, FL |
| Industry | Government and Military |
| Company Size | 500 to 999 employees |
| Website | https://www.planitgroup.com/ |
About Company
PLANIT Group is a fast-growing global technology consulting firm dedicated to delivering innovative solutions to our clients that drive results. We collaborate with our partners and customers to help them improve performance, efficiency, and quality. Our team delivers innovative solutions and services - including management consulting, systems integration, ERP solutions, enterprise architecture, communications, and infrastructure services. We focus on delivering value and driving increased productivity and efficiencies for our clients’ mission. Our extensive experience in the Federal, Defense, Intelligence, State, Local, Healthcare and Commercial industries delivers proven results and accelerated benefits.
Clients engage PLANIT for our expertise, innovative approach, and our exceptional team. We promote a creative, client-centric work environment and culture, striving to provide challenging and rewarding opportunities for our company’s employees and partners. Integrity and innovation are the core principles of our company philosophy. Our customers engage us to create solutions to complex mission challenges, and PLANIT delivers. For more information, visit http://www.planitgroup.com/. Innovation. Integration. Integrity.
Skills
- Asset Managementunmatched
- Communication Skillsunmatched
- Communications Security (COMSEC)unmatched
- CompTIA - Computing Technology Industry Associationunmatched
- Computer Scienceunmatched
- Computer Securityunmatched
- Computer Workstationsunmatched
- Contract Research Organization (CRO)unmatched
- Cryptographyunmatched
- Electronicsunmatched
- Government Contractsunmatched
- Groundskeepingunmatched
- Identify Issuesunmatched
- Information Technology & Information Systemsunmatched
- Information/Data Security (InfoSec)unmatched
- Internet Securityunmatched
- Inventory Managementunmatched
- Logisticsunmatched
- Militaryunmatched
- Military Communicationsunmatched
- Military Operationsunmatched
- Network Administration/Managementunmatched
- Network Securityunmatched
- Operational Auditunmatched
- Operations Managementunmatched
- Peripheral Hardwareunmatched
- Tactical Communicationsunmatched
- Ultra High Frequency (UHF)unmatched
- United States Air Force (USAF)unmatched
- Very High Frequency (VHF)unmatched
- Wireless Radiounmatched
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