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CAE's Defense and Security business unit focuses on helping prepare military customers to develop ... Ability to communicate with program personnel/management * Ability to receive constructive feedback ...

CAE's Defense and Security business unit focuses on helping prepare military customers to develop ... Ability to communicate with program personnel/management * Ability to receive constructive feedback ...

Strong client-facing communication: security report analysis, remediation recommendations, and executive-ready storytelling. Working knowledge * Microsoft security platform components (Defender for ...

Strong client-facing communication: security report analysis, remediation recommendations, and executive-ready storytelling. Working knowledge * Microsoft security platform components (Defender for ...

UNARMED OFFICER

Richmond, IN · On-site

$14.25 - $17/hr

Effective written and verbal communication * Security Officer experience a plus * Must have a valid driver's license with clean driving history * Must have reliable means of transportation * Must be ...

UNARMED OFFICER

Richmond, IN · On-site

$14.25 - $17/hr

Effective written and verbal communication * Security Officer experience a plus * Must have a valid driver's license with clean driving history * Must have reliable means of transportation * Must be ...

Program Security Officer

Falls Church, VA

$17 - $20.25/hr

Possess a basic understanding of Communication Security (COMSEC) including serving as a COMSEC custodian as required. * Brief and debrief personnel and ensure accurate personnel security data is ...

UNARMED OFFICER

Valparaiso, IN · On-site

$13.75 - $16.25/hr

Effective written and verbal communication * Security Officer experience a plus * Must have a valid driver's license with clean driving history * Must have reliable means of transportation * Must be ...

ARMED OFFICER

Whitestown, IN · On-site

$18 - $22.75/hr

Effective written and verbal communication * Security Officer experience a plus * Must have a valid driver's license with clean driving history (only for jobs which require driving) * Must have ...

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How much do communication security jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 24, 2026, the average yearly pay for communication security in the United States is $43,963.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38,000.00 and $47,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Communication Security vs Network Security?

AspectCommunication SecurityNetwork Security
Primary FocusProtecting data in transit and communication channelsProtecting entire network infrastructure and data at rest
Common CertificationsCISSP, CompTIA Security+CISSP, Cisco CCNA Security
Work EnvironmentTelecommunications, secure communication systemsIT networks, data centers, enterprise networks
Industry UsageTelecom, government, defenseIT, finance, healthcare

Communication Security specialists focus on safeguarding data during transmission, ensuring secure communication channels. Network Security professionals protect entire network systems from threats, including firewalls and intrusion detection. While both roles overlap in security principles, Communication Security emphasizes secure communication protocols, whereas Network Security covers broader infrastructure protection.

What is communication security?

Communication security, often abbreviated as COMSEC, refers to the measures and controls taken to protect information as it is transmitted or communicated from one place to another. This includes safeguarding data from interception, unauthorized access, or tampering during transmission. Professionals in this field work with encryption, secure protocols, and security policies to ensure that sensitive information remains confidential and intact. Communication security is vital in both civilian and military contexts, helping to prevent data breaches and maintain operational security.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in Communication Security, and why are they important?

To thrive in Communication Security, you need a strong understanding of encryption, network security, and risk assessment, typically supported by a degree in cybersecurity or information technology. Familiarity with security protocols, firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and certifications like CISSP or CompTIA Security+ is highly valuable. Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to communicate complex security concepts clearly are essential soft skills. These abilities are crucial to protect sensitive data, respond to threats effectively, and ensure the integrity of organizational communications.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in Communication Security roles, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in Communication Security often face challenges such as staying ahead of rapidly evolving cyber threats, ensuring compliance with strict security protocols, and balancing security needs with user convenience. To address these challenges, it's important to engage in continuous learning, collaborate closely with IT and network teams, and stay updated on the latest security technologies and best practices. Establishing clear communication channels and regular training helps ensure everyone is aware of security policies and procedures, fostering a proactive security culture within the organization.
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Infographic showing various Communication Security job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,963 per year, or $21.1 per hour.

Security Analyst I

Caeus

Binghamton, NY

Full-time

Posted 26 days ago


Job description

Who We Are:
  • CAE Vision: Our vision is to be the worldwide partner of choice in defense and security, and civil aviation by revolutionizing our customers' training and critical operations with digitally immersive solutions to elevate safety, eciency and readiness.
  • CAE Defense & Security Mission: CAE's Defense and Security business unit focuses on helping prepare military customers to develop and maintain the highest levels of mission readiness.
  • CAE Values: Empowerment, Innovation, Excellence, Integrity and OneCAE make us who we are, and we strive to make a dierence in the world while helping each other succeed.
What We Have to Oer:
  • Comprehensive and competitive benets package and exibility that promote work-life balance
  • A work environment where all employees are valued, respected and safe
  • Freedom to succeed by enabling team members to deliver, take initiatives and make decisions
  • Recognition, professional development, advancement and having fun
Summary

Supports and administers organizational security plans and operations. Executes procedures and processes to provide physical protection for personnel and company property, day-to-day operations, mitigate threats, conduct loss prevention, and other related security risk programs and meets required codes and regulations. Compiles data for security related reports, investigates security incidents and conducts security functions supporting SAP/Collateral requirements. Ensure NISPOM implementations and administers organizational security plans and operations.

Entry professional level - Incumbent in this role learns to use professional concepts. Guidance and direction are typically received from more experienced colleagues. Provides consistency and support to experienced professionals from his/her area of activity.


The selected candidate will serve as the Alternate Contractor SAP Security Ocer (ACSSO) in Binghamton, NY and additional duties shall include Alternate FSO (AFSO), and Alternate COMSEC member. The candidate will ensure daily security compliance tasks are conducted IAW USG instructions. The candidate will work closely with the Customer, Security Management, and assigned Program sta, ensuring all aspects of Special Program security needs are met.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Ensure security policies and procedures comply with Government standards
  • Provide security guidance regarding program and operations
  • Ensure compliance with applicable government and company regulations
  • Develop, obtain approval for, and implement security policies and procedures specic to the program
  • Provide solutions to Program Security challenges and provide notications
  • Administer security indoctrinations and debriengs
  • Conduct security reviews / self-inspections
  • Manage the administrative work: personnel processing, visitor control, conducting program related investigations, and resolving other related Program Security issues
  • Assist with providing classication guidance to employees, develop and provide security education and awareness training, conduct security briengs and program indoctrinations/debriengs, and investigate security incidents
  • Support other security disciplines to include: personnel security, physical security, cybersecurity, communication security (COMSEC), document control, and visitor control. The candidate must be able to respond to after-hours alarms.
  • Perform initial access eligibility determinations and generate PARs
  • Assist with internal self-inspections, and assist with Sta Assistance Visits and Customer Security Compliance Inspections and Assessments
  • Maintain classied material accountability records to include inventory lists, receipt and transmittal records and nal disposition documentation
  • Possess working knowledge in the preparation and maintenance of prime and subcontract DD254s
  • Ensure all classied materials are marked and controlled in accordance with contractual requirements
  • Review operational requirements and system specication documents to ensure applicable security requirements are addressed and incorporated into security processes
  • Respond to walk-in customers and perform professional security services as required
Communication
  • Ability to participate in IPT meetings and support activities
  • Ability to clearly communicate program status, issues, risks, opportunities and plans
  • Ability to communicate with program personnel/management
  • Ability to receive constructive feedback, recognize blind spots and work collaboratively to maintain a positive, collaborative, and eective team environment
  • Ability to follow instructions, actively listen and understand the message being relayed/requested
  • Ability to adapt, improve and enhance work productivity and teamwork
Qualications and Education Requirements
  • Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role
  • Preferred current Top Secret/SCI eligibility with current investigation date
  • DoD Secret Clearance eligibility with Investigation current within the last 3-5 years
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret Clearance and all Special Program accesses
  • Education: Preferred Associate and/or bachelor's degree in a related security eld
  • College degree in related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience is required
  • Experience in implementation of security requirements and administering DoDM 5205.07 V 1-4
  • Experience in the implementation of Intelligence Community Directives for SAP/SCI programs is desired
  • Must be well organized, willing to work in a team environment, be able to prioritize tasking, and perform in a multi-tasked and dynamic environment
  • Strong customer service, interpersonal skills, written and verbal communications are a must
  • Willing to work extended hours, in a fast paced, deadline driven environment in a variety of program areas
  • Willing to travel on company business (approximately 10%)
  • Completion of SAP Orientation, SAP Mid-level Course (CDSE) preferred
  • Competency level with Microsoft Oce Suite programs, Excel, Word Doc and Power Point Applications

Preferred Skills
  • Ability to perform COMSEC duties, including inventory support
  • Demonstrated knowledge of JSIG, DoDM 5205.07 V 1-4, and ICDs 704-705
  • Working knowledge of CV2/JADE, DISS, Scattered Castles, LICNET, CORE
  • Professional Certications (FSO, Industrial Security Pro, SPSC, CDSE, etc.)
  • Able to articulate, plan, direct and evaluate situations to make appropriate recommendations and take actions benecial to the program and the company
  • Must display tactful and self-discipline necessary to interface eectively with customers, vendors, all levels of management, employees and the general public
  • Working within a Compartmented Program environment
Security Responsibilities

Must comply with all company security and data protection / usage policies and procedures. Personally responsible for proper marking and handling of all information and materials, in any form. Shall not divulge any information, or aord access, to other employees not having a need-to-know. Shall not divulge information outside company without management approval. All government and proprietary information will be accessed and stored electronically on company provided resources.

  • Incumbent must be eligible for DoD Personal Security Clearance.

Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.


Work Environment
  • Duties performed in an oce environment and manufacturing facility
  • Must be able to work overtime on and o-shifts as required
  • The employee is on call 24x7 for the resolution of problems and issues
  • The candidate must be able to respond to after-hours alarms

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

  • Lifting/Carrying: Transporting, raising, or lowering items (e.g., up to 50 lbs).
  • Prolonged standing or sitting, often required for roles like desk work
  • Movement: Walking, traversing, or moving around the workplace, including climbing stairs or ladders.
  • Working in varied conditions like cold, heat, or noise
  • Using hands or ngers to operate machinery, grasp tools, or handle ne motor tasks
  • Stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling, usually for maintenance or inspection roles.
  • Need to be able to listen for noise, active hearing, speaking, and sight for visual inspections

Salary Range: Minimum $87,000 - Maximum 92,000


The actual compensation rate is subject to the evaluation of the following factors (but not limited to): the candidate's work experience, qualications, skills, internal equity, and market.


Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.


CAE USA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualied applicants will be considered for employment without regard to any protected characteristic, including disability and protected veteran status, as dened under federal, state, or local laws.


Applicants needing reasonable accommodation should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at hrops@caemilusa.com

About CAE

At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we've driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success.

Position TypeRegularEqual Opportunity Employer

CAE is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process.If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at CAECarrieres-Careers@cae.com.

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