Certified COMSEC Technician (CCT) Certification Program by Tonex
The Certified COMSEC Technician CCT equips field technicians and maintainers to operate, service, and sustain cryptographic equipment and secure communications in demanding environments. You will master key fill devices such as SKL AN PYQ-10 and KIK-30, maintain modern key distribution from EKMS to KMI, and apply AI-assisted diagnostics for rapid fault isolation and recovery.
Cybersecurity is strengthened by rigorous key handling practices that minimize exposure and enforce rigorous accountability. Cybersecurity resilience improves as you configure, harden, and verify systems against misconfiguration and tampering. Cybersecurity readiness advances through disciplined lifecycle maintenance that protects confidentiality, integrity, and availability across mission networks.
Learning Objectives
- Operate SKL AN PYQ-10 and KIK-30 for secure key loading and auditing
- Implement EKMS to KMI transition procedures and role-based controls
- Perform equipment inspection repair and calibration to MIL and vendor specs
- Apply AI-enhanced fault detection to accelerate troubleshooting and MTTR
- Execute secure configuration baselines and change control with full traceability
- Document chain of custody and incident reporting to meet compliance
- Strengthen cybersecurity by reducing key exposure and enforcing zero-trust practices
Intended Audience
- Field Technicians and COMSEC Custodians
- Communications and Radio Maintainers
- Crypto Repair Specialists and Bench Technicians
- Network and Systems Engineers
- Cybersecurity Professionals
- Government and Defense Contractors
- Mission Support and Operations Staff
Course Modules
Module 1: Key Fill Devices
- SKL AN PYQ-10 operations and menus
- KIK-30 usage battery and storage
- Loading symmetric and asymmetric keys
- Audit logs handling and transfer
- Common user errors and prevention
- Field carry and safeguarding protocols
Module 2: EKMS to KMI
- Roles privileges and workflows
- Keying material ordering and issuance
- Electronic rekey and over-the-air methods
- Revocation supersession and destruction
- COMSEC account records and auditing
- Continuity during system transitions
Module 3: Equipment Maintenance
- Preventive maintenance schedules
- Calibration procedures and tolerances
- Connector cables and crypto ancillaries
- Environmental controls and ESD safety
- Parts replacement and documentation
- Post-maintenance verification tests
Module 4: AI-Aided Diagnostics
- Signal and telemetry baselining
- Anomaly detection techniques
- Fault tree and causal analysis
- Predictive maintenance indicators
- Interpreting health dashboards
- Escalation and remediation paths
Module 5: Secure Config Management
- Baselines templates and hardening
- Access control and separation of duties
- Change requests approvals and rollback
- Versioning checksum and integrity checks
- Incident response trigger points
- Compliance evidence and reporting
Module 6: Field Operations
- Pre-mission readiness checks
- Key loading and verification steps
- Interoperability and crypto periods
- Emission control and TEMPEST basics
- Secure debrief and turnover actions
- Lessons learned and after-action notes
Exam Domains
- COMSEC Fundamentals and Policy
- Key Management and Accountability
- Device Operations and Procedures
- Maintenance and Calibration Practices
- Diagnostics and Troubleshooting
- Secure Configuration and Compliance
Course Delivery
The course is delivered through a combination of lectures interactive discussions case studies and project-based learning facilitated by experts in the field of Certified COMSEC Technician CCT. Participants will have access to online resources including readings reference checklists and tools for practical exercises and job aids.
Assessment and Certification
Participants will be assessed through quizzes assignments and a capstone project. Upon successful completion of the course participants will receive a certificate in Certified COMSEC Technician CCT.
Question Types
- Multiple Choice Questions MCQs
- Scenario-based Questions
Passing Criteria
To pass the Certified COMSEC Technician CCT Certification Training exam candidates must achieve a score of 70% or higher.
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