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TEMPEST Engineer

Linthicum, MD

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As part of our team, you'll work with TEMPEST engineers and SMEs performing TEMPEST testing and provide TEMPEST engineering recommendations to help ensure the security of our nation's systems . You ...

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TEMPEST Engineer

TEMPEST Engineer

Parsons

Linthicum, MD

$144K - $260K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 22 days ago

Parsons rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 44 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

156th of 352 rated engineering

Job description

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what's possible.

Job Description:

Are you ready to be part of a team that will make a huge impact on the security of DOD/Intel community? If you're interested in leveraging and continuing to hone your TEMPEST skills to truly make an impact in improving our nation's security, we have the ideal role for you to start your new career path at Parsons!

As part of our team, you'll work with TEMPEST engineers and SMEs performing TEMPEST testing and provide TEMPEST engineering recommendations to help ensure the security of our nation's systems . You'll learn from our existing TEMPEST subject matter experts to grow your knowledge and skills, as well as share your TEMPEST expertise with others.You'll get to work onsite with the customer, integrated into their team to ensure mission success.

Role:

  • EnsurethatTEMPESTtestingrequirementsaredefined bythecustomer's Certified TEMPEST Technical Authority (CTTA).
  • Evaluateengineeringchangeproposal(ECP)packagestoensurethe proposedchangesdo notimpacttheTEMPEST integrityof thedevice,or if necessary,additionalTEMPEST testing is performedtorecertify thedevice.
  • Attendtechnicalmeetingswithcryptodeviceusers/customersCSCM's and vendor partners.
  • ProvideTEMPESTlabtestingofcertifiedcryptographic devicesto ensureitmeets the current NationalTEMPESTstandard.
  • PerformTEMPESTFieldtestingofcryptographicequipmenttodiscover vulnerabilitiesinsecure systems.
  • ProvideSubjectMatterExpert(SME)supportwhenacryptographic device has a TEMPEST vulnerability.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

  • Certified TEMPEST Professional Level II (CTP-II)

  • 3+ years of experience with TEMPEST testing, and/or TEMPEST manufacturing

  • TS/SCI with FS required

PREFERRED

-Military or IC experience in a relevant technical or RF field is preferred.

Security Clearance Requirement:

An active Top Secret SCI w/Polygraph security clearance is required for this position.This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what's next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.Salary Range: $144,800.00 - $260,600.00We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee's wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest-APPLY TODAY!

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