The key duties of the position include The Role The Cryptographic Communications Security (COMSEC) Account Manager is responsible for the receipt, custody, handling, accounting, distribution, safeguarding and destruction of all COMSEC material and equipment held on charge or local issue. The COMSEC account is required to be maintained in accordance with procedures issued by the Defence Cryptographic Authority (DCA) and the Australian Signals Directorate (ASD). The COMSEC Account Manager engages with relevant stakeholders, offers expert advice, identifies and understands client needs in order to then plan and deliver through the COMSEC Account team. COMSEC technical knowledge and experience combined with customer focus and team management skills are all essential to achieve outcomes for ADF operating units whilst continually operating within a regime of strict adherence to DCA and ASD requirements. About our Team The management and distribution of accountable COMSEC equipment and materials is essential to ensure the security of ADF voice and data communications. COMSEC NAS Nowra, located at HMAS Albatross, Nowra, NSW is a blended team of ADF and APS members delivering an essential support service to the fleet, particularly naval aircraft operating from HMAS Albatross or on deployment. COMSEC support to Navy units is a key enabler to the conduct of operations such as border protection and regional deployments. As one of several Fleet COMSEC accounts located around Australia, the COMSEC NAS Nowra Account Manager is part of a national network of peer subject matter experts who support each other to ensure that Navy units get what they need. Our Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate will have gained extensive exposure to COMSEC practices, materials and equipment. Experience may have been gained through recent COMSEC employment in Defence, via a previous career as an ADF communications specialist or performing similar work for another government agency. You are a customer-oriented problem solver who is focused on achievement of necessary outcomes. With multiple stakeholders to satisfy and under the pressure of customers' operational demands, you can plan, prioritise and communicate effectively to ensure that team efforts are appropriately directed to meeting customers' needs and keeping them informed. Working within a strict compliance framework, you are a diligent record keeper and set the standard for others to follow. As part of the larger ADF COMSEC enterprise, you are a collaborator who shares knowledge and seeks to build the skill and expertise of those who work for and with you.