What is a comsec custodian and how to become one

Key steps to become a comsec custodian

1. Explore comsec custodian education requirements

   Most common comsec custodian degrees

   Bachelor's

   51.3 %

   Associate

   26.5 %

   High School Diploma

   10.6 %

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2. Start to develop specific comsec custodian skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Key Management	11.62%
   NSA	8.98%
   Security Clearance	8.78%
   COMSEC	8.45%
   DOD	7.11%

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3. Complete relevant comsec custodian training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 1-3 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New comsec custodians learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a comsec custodian based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real comsec custodian resumes.

4. Research comsec custodian duties and responsibilities

   • Experience with LCMS, TACLANE, AN/CYZ-10, SKL, KIV-7, KIV-19, STE, and STU-III.
   • Clean up COMSEC discrepancies, excess COMSEC materials, and have no findings on NSA's audit of the account.
   • Prepare and safeguard all COMSEC material during emergency situations in accordance with guidelines.
   • Experience with Unix / Linux operating systems.

5. Apply for comsec custodian jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a comsec custodian job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams