Location: Bethesda,MD, USA
Description & Requirements
Maximus is looking for an experienced Technical Surveillance Countermeasures (TSCM) engineer/research scientist. In this role serving our IC customer, you will help guide national TSCM and Technical Security and Signals Countermeasures (TSSC) policy. Working across the USG in collaboration with TSCM/TSSC practitioners, you will identify, propose, and manage research projects to better equip USG defenses against technical collection. An ideal candidate for this role will have practical TSCM experience combined with deep technical knowledge in radio frequency, acoustic, electrical, electronic, digital, and optical theory and application. You may at times conduct TSCM inspections within the customer's facilities. A successful candidate will have excellent project management skills.
Maximus TCS (Technology and Consulting Services) Internal Job Profile Code: TCS275, T4, Band 7
Responsibilities:
* Lead technical security working groups and coordinate with related technology acquisition programs and communities of interest to leverage ongoing government and intelligence community investments
* Establish working relationships with vendors to ensure alignment of current and future government requirements and emerging capabilities
* Provide independent reviews, summaries, assessments, and potential mitigation reports of technical threats to US SCIFs (Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities) such as acoustic vulnerabilities, RF Flooding attacks, power, and advances materials for windows
* Respond to requests for information on potential technical security vulnerabilities
* Provide technical oversight to security research activities in fields of electrical, acoustical, optical, and radio frequency
Required Skills:
* Active TS/SCI with CI Poly
* BA/BS +7 years of experience, additional experience is accepted in lieu of degree.
* 5+ years of technical security experience in a specialized field (acoustics, magnetics, RF)
* Strong technical background with extensive experience deploying, managing, and maintaining security tools
* Demonstrated experience in managing and mentoring other engineers and staff
Desired Skills:
* Overseas experience working with US Embassies/Consulates
* Knowledge of Overseas Policy Review Board (OSPB), DODI 5240.06 Counterintelligence Awareness and Reporting (CIAR)
* TSCM Certified
* TEMPEST certified technician
* Experience in conducting Technical Surveillance Countermeasures (TSCM) surveys
* Experience working with research and development projects in general engineering fields
* Understanding of red/black power isolation and grounding requirements
* Knowledge of security requirements in the DOS FAM/FAH
* Technical Security Countermeasures (TSCM) experience with US Government certification is highly desired
* In-field experience with TEMPEST, including executing TEMPEST test methods and signal analysis, and familiarity with TEMPEST/TSCM equipment (e.g., spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes)
* Knowledge of wireless, cellphone, Bluetooth technology, electronics, and ICD 705
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Minimum Requirements
TCS275, T4, Band 7
EEO Statement
Active military service members, their spouses, and veteran candidates often embody the core competencies Maximus deems essential, and bring a resiliency and dependability that greatly enhances our workforce. We recognize your unique skills and experiences, and want to provide you with a career path that allows you to continue making a difference for our country. We're proud of our connections to organizations dedicated to serving veterans and their families. If you are transitioning from military to civilian life, have prior service, are a retired veteran or a member of the National Guard or Reserves, or a spouse of an active military service member, we have challenging and rewarding career opportunities available for you. A committed and diverse workforce is our most important resource. Maximus is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Maximus provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disabled status.
Pay Transparency
Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.