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TEMPEST Specialist-March 2024
Springfield
Mar 28, 2026
About TEMPEST Specialist

  In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!

  When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons. Imagine a career working with intelligent, diverse people sharing a common quest. Imagine a workplace where you can be yourself. Where you can thrive. Where you can find your next, right now. We’ve got what you’re looking for.

  Job Description:

  Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented TEMPEST Specialist to join our team! In this role you will get to provide, on average, 20 TEMPEST Countermeasures Reviews and contribute to or publish 75 technical evaluations annually. Will ensure all required reports are complete with minimal errors and that all processes, activities, and report are conducted within established time frames. 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).

  What You'll Be Doing:

  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

  Shall complete a minimum of 40 hours per annum 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

  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.)

  What Required Skills You'll Bring:

  Active TS with SCI eligibility and ability to successfully complete a polygraph examination.

  Shall have at least 7 years of 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, and NONSTOP)

  Shall possess a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline

  What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

  Possess TEMPEST Professional (CTP) 1&2 (both) certifications

  Completed NCSC ICD 705 Course

  Possess a Bachelor’s degree or post-graduate degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics disciplines

  Be a credentialed graduate of an accredited federal or DoD CI training academy

  Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

  Top Secret

  This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

  Our Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our diverse, 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.

  We 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!

  The position may require a COVID vaccination or an approved accommodation/exemption for a disability/medical condition or religious belief as required by customer requirements and some cases federal, state, provincial or local mandates.

  Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Diversity is ingrained in who we are, how we do business, and is one of our company’s core values. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for minority, female, disabled, protected veteran and LGBTQ+.

  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!About Us

  Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider focused on the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. With nearly 75 years of experience, Parsons is uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide.

  Parsons is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LGBTQ+.

  For more about Parsons, visit parsons.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube.

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