TSCM/TEMPEST Specialist

Description

Position Title: TSCM/TEMPEST Specialist

Primary Work Location: This is a full-time onsite position in Springfield, VA or St. Louis, MO USA

Must be a U.S Citizen: Yes

Clearance: Active DoD TS or DOE Q clearance

Contingent upon contract award

Job Summary

The TSCM/TEMPEST Specialist will provide, on average, 20 TEMPEST Countermeasures Reviews and contribute to or publish 75 technical evaluations annually, ensure all required reports are complete with minimal errors and that all processes, activities, and reports are conducted within established timeframes. The TSCM/TEMPEST Specialist will ensure required Hazard reporting and annual training requirements are conducted and completed according to DoD policies and those of the government NGA Certified TEMPEST Technical Authority (CTTA).

Specific Responsibilities

• Assist the Certified TEMPEST Technical Authority (CTTA) in implementing the NGA TEMPEST program, analyze requirements and develop required program and processes for controlling compromising emanations from NGA equipment and facilities (to include NGA contractor sites), and interpret security policy and regulations governing TEMPEST.
• Ensure all TEMPEST staff are fully qualified to meet NGA TEMPEST mission requirements.
• Reach out to customers to gather all necessary information, to include wiring diagrams, equipment specifications required to complete the TEMPEST risk matrix, TEMPEST checklist, Protective Distribution System (PDS) approval request, and TEMPEST Countermeasure Reviews. When required by the TEMPEST Lead, the technician must complete visual TEMPEST inspections and TEMPEST testing of NGA facilities, systems, and equipment, to include SCIFs and PDS.
• Maintain all TEMPEST qualifications required to conduct the visual TEMPEST Inspections and TEMPEST tests. The specialist must maintain all TEMPEST test equipment and coordinate repairs and calibrations as required. The technician must also represent the TEMPEST Lead in meetings or briefs relating to NGA facilities, systems, and equipment that process classified information and provide the lead with details necessary to properly assess the scope as related to TEMPEST.
• Support TEMPEST daily operations. Those duties include:
• Maintaining and ensuring accuracy of the NGA TEMPEST Risk Matrix.
• Ensure completion of all TEMPEST checklists, PDS approval requests, and TEMPEST Countermeasure Reviews occurs within established timeframes.
• Ensure adherence to National, DoD, and Agency regulations and instructions as it relates to TEMPEST.
• Ensure missions, to include visual TEMPEST inspections and TEMPEST tests, are appropriately staffed, funded, and equipped.
• Ensure TEMPEST team is fully trained and qualified per National, DoD, and Agency regulations and instructions.
• Execute the TEMPEST Daily Operations. Those duties include:
• Gather all necessary information required for NGA TEMPEST Risk Matrix, TEMPEST checklist, PDS approval request, and TEMPEST Countermeasure Reviews.
• Conduct all visual TEMPEST Inspections and Testing as required by the TEMPEST Lead.
• Maintain TEMPEST qualifications as required by National, DoD, and Agency policy.
• Maintain TEMPEST test equipment and coordinate repairs and calibrations as required.
• Coordinate with other components of NGA and partners to ensure TEMPEST requirements and countermeasures are in adherence.
• Perform Radio Frequency signal of interest searches. Those duties include:
• Assess and locate signals of interested discovered during surveys, system notification and wireless operations.
• Collaborate with appropriate entities to develop wireless security systems. Identify potential enterprise and tactical wireless security systems.
• Develop, update and maintain wireless security concept of operations.
• Identify potential opportunities for partnership across the Agency for wireless security concerns.
• Recommend and provide guidance for Agency security elements. Those duties include:
• Provide recommendations and guidance for new processes and systems.
• Assist in determining best practices related to IPMS and wireless efforts.
• Ensure wireless technicians understand and comply with wireless regulations.
• Report wireless issues discovered during the conduct of wireless operations.
• Ensure that TEMPEST reviews are conducted in accordance with National policy and DoD directives.
• Coordinate TEMPEST accreditation activities for facilities and contractor sites.
• Evaluate and make recommendations to the Certified TEMPEST Technical Authority (CTTA) on countermeasures consistent with National policy and operational requirements.
• Prepare estimates on proper implementation of TEMPEST countermeasures and technologies to support the TSCM mission.
• Establish and continually update baseline requirements for TEMPEST by identifying facilities and contractor sites requiring review.
• Maintain appropriate records, to include inspectable space determinations, TEMPEST review guidance, TEMPEST accreditations and waivers.
• Conduct inspections and perform site assistance visits, as required.
• Possess awareness of National policies and DoD polices regarding TEMPEST (e.g. National Security Telecommunications & Information System – policy and instruction, etc.).

Requirements

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience:

• Must possess a current and active DoD TS or DOE Q clearance
• Shall have at least 7 years experience in a CI or Security related field, of which at least 5 of these years include TEMPEST experience.
• Shall possess the National TEMPEST School certifications in TEMPEST Fundamentals and RED/BLACK Installation Guidance courses.
• Shall possess National TEMPEST School certifications in TEMPEST testing courses (Lab, Field, NONSTOP).
• Shall be a Certified TEMPEST Professional (CTP) 1&2 (both) or obtain CTP 1 & 2 within 24 months after begining support under this task order.
• Shall have completed TEMPEST for System Installation and Facility Design and the NCSC ICD 705 Course (preference) or complete them within 12 months after beginning support under this task order.
• Shall have completed TEMPEST Test Equipment Familiarization Course and either TEMPEST Lab Testing Basics or TEMPEST Field Testing Basics (preference) or complete them within 24 months after beginning support under this task order.
• Shall complete a minimum of 40 hours of proficiency training in TEMPEST, Technical Security or other relevant general security fields each fiscal year. The NGA customer will sponsor Government-offered proficiency training IAW National and DoD standards.
• Shall possess a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Possess a Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics disciplines.
• Possess post-graduate degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics disciplines.
• Be a credentialed graduate of an accredited federal or DoD CI training academy.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Normal office environment.

Travel Requirements

• None

Company Description

Obsidian Solutions Group LLC (OSG) is a fast-growing professional services firm based in Fredericksburg, VA. We create value for our customers by delivering technology-enabled & mission-oriented technical solutions that solve complex problems, protecting people, information, and assets. Our core capabilities are in providing Enterprise IT, Intelligence Analysis, Production & Development and Knowledge-Based Professional Services Solutions that enable the customer’s mission. Obsidian Solutions Group LLC is a service-disabled, veteran-owned small business.

A career at Obsidian Solutions Group means you are able to put your expertise, credentials, and talents to great use working with customers in the DOD and Intelligence Community, while enjoying the excitement of working in a fast-growing organization committed to making a difference for our customers and in our community. Contribute independently and collaboratively alongside our amazing team of doers and thinkers. Obsidian Solutions Group is small enough to offer a family atmosphere yet large enough to deliver a highly competitive compensation package. We hire and retain the best in the industry, offering exceptional benefits that protect the well-being of our employees, their spouses and domestic partners, and their families.

Our corporate philosophy is centered on hiring and retaining employees with the requisite skills, professional experience, personal commitment, and ethical standards necessary to foster a culture of operational excellence necessary to surpass our customer’s expectations.

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Obsidian Solutions Group is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national and ethnic origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, protected veteran status, and any other non-merit factor, or any other characteristic protected by law.