All prospective applicants will be contacted to discuss contract timelines, the process associated ... TEMPEST), Communication Security (COMSEC), and Special Access Program (SAP) security. * Coordinate ...
All prospective applicants will be contacted to discuss contract timelines, the process associated ... TEMPEST), Communication Security (COMSEC), and Special Access Program (SAP) security. * Coordinate ...
All prospective applicants will be contacted to discuss contract timelines, the process associated ... TEMPEST), Communication Security (COMSEC), and Special Access Program (SAP) security. * Coordinate ...
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All prospective applicants will be contacted to discuss contract timelines, the process associated ... TEMPEST), Communication Security (COMSEC), and Special Access Program (SAP) security. * Coordinate ...
This position is contingent upon award of contract, business needs and funding availability. We are ... Familiarity with TEMPEST requirements and secure facility construction * Background supporting ...
This position is contingent upon award of contract, business needs and funding availability. We are ... Familiarity with TEMPEST requirements and secure facility construction * Background supporting ...
Special Security Technician - Senior
$87K - $114K/yr
This position is contingent upon award of contract, business needs and funding availability. We are ... Familiarity with TEMPEST requirements and secure facility construction * Background supporting ...
Special Security Technician - Senior
$87K - $114K/yr
This position is contingent upon award of contract, business needs and funding availability. We are ... Familiarity with TEMPEST requirements and secure facility construction * Background supporting ...
This position is contingent upon award of contract, business needs and funding availability. We are ... Familiarity with TEMPEST requirements and secure facility construction * Background supporting ...
This position is contingent upon award of contract, business needs and funding availability. We are ... Familiarity with TEMPEST requirements and secure facility construction * Background supporting ...
All prospective applicants will be contacted to discuss contract timelines, the process associated ... TEMPEST), Communication Security (COMSEC), and Special Access Program (SAP) security. * Coordinate ...
All prospective applicants will be contacted to discuss contract timelines, the process associated ... TEMPEST), Communication Security (COMSEC), and Special Access Program (SAP) security. * Coordinate ...
Special Security Technician - Senior
Fort Bliss, TX · On-site
$87K - $114K/yr
This position is contingent upon award of contract, business needs and funding availability. We are ... Familiarity with TEMPEST requirements and secure facility construction * Background supporting ...
Special Security Technician - Senior
Fort Bliss, TX · On-site
$87K - $114K/yr
This position is contingent upon award of contract, business needs and funding availability. We are ... Familiarity with TEMPEST requirements and secure facility construction * Background supporting ...
Lead Wireless Engineer with Security Clearance
$105K - $138K/yr
... contract requirements and coordinating closely with the Program Management Office to ensure ... You will ensure strict conformance to TEMPEST guidelines to prevent spillage of sensitive ...
Lead Wireless Engineer with Security Clearance
$105K - $138K/yr
... contract requirements and coordinating closely with the Program Management Office to ensure ... You will ensure strict conformance to TEMPEST guidelines to prevent spillage of sensitive ...
Special Security Technician - Senior
Omaha, NE · On-site
$91K - $120K/yr
This position is contingent upon award of contract, business needs and funding availability. We are ... Familiarity with TEMPEST requirements and secure facility construction * Background supporting ...
Special Security Technician - Senior
Omaha, NE · On-site
$91K - $120K/yr
This position is contingent upon award of contract, business needs and funding availability. We are ... Familiarity with TEMPEST requirements and secure facility construction * Background supporting ...
... Contract. The primary place of performance will be Fort Meade, MD. If interested and meet the ... TSCM, TEMPEST, and Cyber activities. Identifies, monitors, and assesses foreign intelligence ...
... Contract. The primary place of performance will be Fort Meade, MD. If interested and meet the ... TSCM, TEMPEST, and Cyber activities. Identifies, monitors, and assesses foreign intelligence ...
Special Access Program Security Officer (CSSO)
Sumter, SC · On-site
$14.25 - $17/hr
Support TEMPEST and TSCM technical security measures and alarm systems and access control systems ... Process and validate contract security documentation (DD Form 254). * Coordinate visitor clearances ...
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Special Access Program Security Officer (CSSO)
Sumter, SC · On-site
$14.25 - $17/hr
Support TEMPEST and TSCM technical security measures and alarm systems and access control systems ... Process and validate contract security documentation (DD Form 254). * Coordinate visitor clearances ...
Contract Program Security Officer/Facility Security Officer Knack Works is seeking a qualified and ... TEMPEST coordination and ongoing compliance activities * Administer personnel security lifecycle ...
Contract Program Security Officer/Facility Security Officer Knack Works is seeking a qualified and ... TEMPEST coordination and ongoing compliance activities * Administer personnel security lifecycle ...
Special Access Program Security Officer (CSSO)
Sumter, SC · On-site
$14.25 - $17/hr
Support TEMPEST and TSCM technical security measures and alarm systems and access control systems ... Process and validate contract security documentation (DD Form 254). * Coordinate visitor clearances ...
Special Access Program Security Officer (CSSO)
Sumter, SC · On-site
$14.25 - $17/hr
Support TEMPEST and TSCM technical security measures and alarm systems and access control systems ... Process and validate contract security documentation (DD Form 254). * Coordinate visitor clearances ...
Knack Works is seeking a qualified and highly motivated Contract Program Security Officer/Facility ... inspections, TEMPEST coordination and ongoing compliance activities • Administer personnel ...
Knack Works is seeking a qualified and highly motivated Contract Program Security Officer/Facility ... inspections, TEMPEST coordination and ongoing compliance activities • Administer personnel ...
... Contract. The primary place of performance will be Linthicum, MD. If interested and meet the ... TSCM, TEMPEST, and Cyber activities. Identifies, monitors, and assesses foreign intelligence ...
... Contract. The primary place of performance will be Linthicum, MD. If interested and meet the ... TSCM, TEMPEST, and Cyber activities. Identifies, monitors, and assesses foreign intelligence ...
Mid-level Technical CI Analytical Support - USACIC with Security Clearance
Fort George G Meade, MD · On-site
... Contract. The primary place of performance will be Fort Meade, MD. If interested and meet the ... TSCM, TEMPEST, and Cyber activities. Identifies, monitors, and assesses foreign intelligence ...
Mid-level Technical CI Analytical Support - USACIC with Security Clearance
Fort George G Meade, MD · On-site
... Contract. The primary place of performance will be Fort Meade, MD. If interested and meet the ... TSCM, TEMPEST, and Cyber activities. Identifies, monitors, and assesses foreign intelligence ...
Lead Wireless Engineer
Herndon, VA · On-site
$105K - $138K/yr
... contract requirements and coordinating closely with the Program Management Office to ensure ... You will ensure strict conformance to TEMPEST guidelines to prevent spillage of sensitive ...
Lead Wireless Engineer
Herndon, VA · On-site
$105K - $138K/yr
... contract requirements and coordinating closely with the Program Management Office to ensure ... You will ensure strict conformance to TEMPEST guidelines to prevent spillage of sensitive ...
Cleared Construction Surveillance Technician (CST) - Contract Position
Arlington, VA · On-site
$24 - $29.50/hr
Familiarity with government security regulations, including ICD 705, TEMPEST, and other relevant guidelines. * Ability to stand, walk, and monitor a construction site for extended periods. * Strong ...
Cleared Construction Surveillance Technician (CST) - Contract Position
Arlington, VA · On-site
$24 - $29.50/hr
Familiarity with government security regulations, including ICD 705, TEMPEST, and other relevant guidelines. * Ability to stand, walk, and monitor a construction site for extended periods. * Strong ...
Mid-level Technical CI Analytical Support (Linthicum) - USACIC with Security Clearance
Linthicum, MD · On-site
... Contract. The primary place of performance will be Linthicum, MD. If interested and meet the ... TSCM, TEMPEST, and Cyber activities. Identifies, monitors, and assesses foreign intelligence ...
Mid-level Technical CI Analytical Support (Linthicum) - USACIC with Security Clearance
Linthicum, MD · On-site
... Contract. The primary place of performance will be Linthicum, MD. If interested and meet the ... TSCM, TEMPEST, and Cyber activities. Identifies, monitors, and assesses foreign intelligence ...
Special Access Program Security Officer (CSSO)
Sumter, SC · On-site
$14.25 - $17/hr
Support TEMPEST and TSCM technical security measures and alarm systems and access control systems ... Process and validate contract security documentation (DD Form 254). * Coordinate visitor clearances ...
Special Access Program Security Officer (CSSO)
Sumter, SC · On-site
$14.25 - $17/hr
Support TEMPEST and TSCM technical security measures and alarm systems and access control systems ... Process and validate contract security documentation (DD Form 254). * Coordinate visitor clearances ...
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| Required Credentials | Typically requires specialized training or certifications related to tempest testing or environmental safety | Requires technical certifications in electrical, mechanical, or systems troubleshooting |
| Work Environment | Often involves testing in controlled environments, laboratories, or industrial sites | Works on-site at client facilities, performing maintenance or installation tasks |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Used mainly in industries like manufacturing, environmental testing, or safety compliance | Common in manufacturing, utilities, and technical service providers |
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- Support any of the following security disciplines: Information Security (INFOSEC), Operations Security (OPSEC), Foreign Disclosure, Industrial Security, Insider Threat, Personnel Security (PERSEC), Antiterrorism (AT), Force Protection Personnel Recovery, Continuity of Operations Program (COOP), Emergency Management, Critical Infrastructure Protection, Physical Security, Key Control, Special Security, Intelligence Oversight, Telecommunications Electronics Material Protected from Emanating Spurious Transmissions (TEMPEST), Communication Security (COMSEC), and Special Access Program (SAP) security.
- Coordinate visitor security and control, OPSEC, COMSEC, security education, emergency plans, classification management, public release of information, violation and compromise of security and integrity of SIPRNet usage, and Force Health Protection (regarding deployments).
- Perform administrative duties as an advisor on issues with security, training, travel, and protection of property.
- Validate security compliance with regulation and policy.
- Prepare and administer briefings on security programs and administrative services to personnel and support security and facility inspections.
- Maintain personnel security files and databases.
- Process security clearances, access requests, and various security clearance actions.
- Support security disciplines associated with Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) related work.
- Execute and monitor the Enterprise Protection Risk Management Program
- Participate in the Garrison level exercises, to include the planning of Garrison AT exercises, conducting after action reviews to determine effectiveness of exercises, identifying organizational, planning, or training deficiencies, and recommending solutions to issues.
- Support Special Security by validating information and assisting employees with JWICS requests, SCI Indoctrination, SCI courier orders, JWICS PKI trusted agent, etc.
- Assist with SCIF and T-SCIF accreditation/reaccreditations.
- Dynamic: contributes energy and enthusiasm to our daily tasks, to the team's interactions, and to the Company's mission.
- Thorough: possesses an unparalleled work ethic; produces complete, even polished products; persistent; mission-focused; asks "Why?" as often as necessary to get to the root of the matter.
- Mature: respects others' opinions, beliefs, and culture; listens to ideas, shares thoughts, and works independently and together to contribute insights to the company's leaders.
- Forthright: speaks with conviction; argues based on understanding, respectfully.
- Inquisitive: seeks deeper explanations of how systems work, not the surface-level description of the actors involved; goes beyond "stick-fetching" to connect the unconnected.
- Timely: shows up, ready to think, prepared to get on with the day's assignments; contributes analytical insights that meet time-sensitive, reasonable requests.
- Honest: knows what's right, what's legal, what's appropriate; acts accordingly.
- Because this role requires a DoW security clearance, all applicants must be able to provide proof of US citizenship.
- Due to the sensitive nature of the work being performed, a candidate must possess or be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret clearance.
- High School Diploma and 10 years of experience, or
- Associate's degree and seven years of experience, or
- Bachelor's Degree in a related field and five years of experience, or
- Master's Degree in a related field and no experience.
- Experience with the following security disciplines:
- Information Security (INFOSEC)
- Operations Security (OPSEC)
- Foreign Disclosure, Industrial Security, Insider Threat, Personnel Security (PERSEC)
- Antiterrorism (AT)
- Force Protection Personnel Recovery
- Continuity of Operations Program (COOP)
- Emergency Management
- Critical Infrastructure Protection
- Physical Security, Key Control, Special Security
- Telecommunications Electronics Material Protected from Emanating Spurious Transmissions (TEMPEST)
- Communication Security (COMSEC)
- Special Access Program (SAP) security.
- A working knowledge of the Defense Information System for Security (DISS)
- Demonstrated knowledge with Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Outlook, Word, Teams). Advanced Excel proficiency expected.
- Proven analytic, organization and problem-solving skills to support sound decision making.
- Proven ability working independently or as part of a team with tight deadlines.
- Possess the ability to assess, interpret, and render judgements under limited direct supervision.
- Demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills.
- Detailed working knowledge of the NISPOM and Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).
- Detailed knowledge of facility security and threat detection.
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
- Group Life and Voluntary Life Insurance plans
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Tuition and Professional Development Reimbursement Program