Tempest Engineer – TS/SCI w/Poly
Listed on 2026-01-01
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Cybersecurity
Job Description
Type of
Requisition :
Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
Top Secret SCI + Polygraph Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
Top Secret SCI + Polygraph Public Trust/Other
Required:
None Job Family:
Intelligence Operations and Analysis
Skills:
Analytical Thinking, Analytical Tools, TEMPEST
Certifications:
None
Experience:
10 + years of related experience
US Citizenship
Required:
Yes
The TEMPEST Security Specialist assists the Certified TEMPEST Technical Authority (CTTA) in the formal affirmation that government facilities and customer sponsored contractor facilities where SCI is electronically processed meet the security requirements of applicable TEMPEST policies efficiently and cost effectively.
The TEMPEST engineer will product TSS deliverables. Shall review TEMPEST testing, TEMPEST worksheets, Red and Black Installation/Separation and Protective Distribution System (PDS) packages to ensure compliance with applicable regulations. Shall create Site Survey Reports and SOCOMM message for customer approval and release. Record the documents and task closure in customer database.
The TEMPEST engineer will conduct ad hoc testing using equipment from the Government’s TEMPEST inventory. Product an Ad Hoc TEMPEST report, with descriptions of any anomalies, concerns, or discoveries.
A TEMPEST Engineer must demonstrate knowledge of the following:a. a wide range of security concepts, principles, and practices in the use of TEMPEST and TSCM analysis techniques.b. Interpreting complex facility architectural and infrastructure plans/drawings.c. Probability, statistics, information theory and the ability to implement processes using computer programs.d. Information and communication theory.e. signal propagation and antenna theory.f. Structural parameters and grounding techniques, test measurement and diagnostic equipment (TMDE).g. Computing principles and internal functionality.h. Computer database management and working knowledge of programs (e.g., Microsoft Office, Lab view, Visio, AutoCAD Lite, Adobe Acrobat.
Knowledge of physical security countermeasures.i. PDS construction materials and methods.j. Physical intrusion detection system technology.k. Interpreting complex signal component wiring diagrams.
May serve as team or task lead. (Not a people manager)
- Completion of TEMPEST Fundamentals Course and TEMPEST for System Installation and Design Course.
- Graduation from the TSCM Fundamentals course at the Interagency Training Center is highly desirable.
Scheduled Weekly
Hours:
40
Travel Required:
25-50%
Telecommuting Options:
Onsite
Work Location:
USA CO Aurora Additional Work Locations:
Total Rewards at GDIT:
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave.
The likely salary range for this position is $114,750 – $155,250. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
Benefits- 401K with company match
- Comprehensive health and wellness packages
- Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
- Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
- Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
- Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays
Explore a career in intelligence at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your passion for securing the mission.
The likely salary range for this position is $114,750 – $155,250. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather,…
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