TEMPEST/RF Specialist

Markon, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 165,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Markon, Inc. is building a TEMPEST/RF specialist talent pool to support SCIFs and secure environments. The role focuses on TEMPEST inspections, RF shielding verification, and emanations security assessments, with emphasis on 60 dB attenuation where required.

You will coordinate with diverse teams and produce detailed technical reports for IC facilities. Ideal candidates hold TS/SCI with CI polygraph, a technical degree (EE/Physics) or equivalent TEMPEST certifications, and extensive experience

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with current CI polygraph
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field; 6 years of specialized TEMPEST/RF experience may substitute for a degree
• 5+ years of experience conducting TEMPEST inspections, RF shielding verification, and/or emanations security assessments
• Current TEMPEST Certification (Level 2 or higher) or completion of an approved TEMPEST Countermeasures Investigator course within the past 3 years
• CDSE CD116 (TEMPEST Fundamentals) training
• TEMPEST/01-13 training
• Experience operating and maintaining RF/TEMPEST test and measurement equipment
• Strong knowledge of RF principles, shielding effectiveness, emanations security, and applicable TEMPEST requirements
• Strong technical writing, analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder communication skills

Responsibilities

• Conduct TEMPEST inspections, RF shielding verification, and emanations security assessments for SCIFs and other secure facilities.
• Perform RF shielding verification testing to validate required attenuation levels, including 60 dB attenuation requirements where applicable.
• Operate, maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot specialized RF and TEMPEST test equipment used during inspections and assessments.
• Analyze test results, identify potential vulnerabilities or deficiencies, and develop technical findings and recommendations.
• Provide technical guidance on TEMPEST and RF remediation strategies to address identified compliance issues.
• Coordinate with customers, engineers, security professionals, construction teams, inspectors, and other stakeholders to support secure facility requirements.
• Prepare clear and comprehensive technical reports, test results, inspection findings, and supporting documentation.
• Support multiple assessments and technical priorities in a fast-paced, mission-focused environment.

Skills

TEMPEST expertise

RF concepts

Technical writing

Stakeholder communication

Analytical

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Physics

TEMPEST Certification Level 2+

CDSE CD116 training

TEMPEST/01-13 training

Tools

RF test equipment

RF shielding verification equipment

Test and measurement equipment

Job description

Description

Markon is building a talent pool of TEMPEST/RF Specialists to support future Intelligence Community facility and secure construction missions. This pipeline opportunity is intended to identify experienced professionals to provide specialized TEMPEST, radio frequency (RF), and emanations security expertise in support of Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs) and other secure environments. Selected candidates will be considered for future openings requiring RF shielding verification, TEMPEST inspections, technical assessments, and remediation support in accordance with applicable Intelligence Community requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct TEMPEST inspections, RF shielding verification, and emanations security assessments for SCIFs and other secure facilities.
• Perform RF shielding verification testing to validate required attenuation levels, including 60 dB attenuation requirements where applicable.
• Operate, maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot specialized RF and TEMPEST test equipment used during inspections and assessments.
• Analyze test results, identify potential vulnerabilities or deficiencies, and develop technical findings and recommendations.
• Provide technical guidance on TEMPEST and RF remediation strategies to address identified compliance issues.
• Coordinate with customers, engineers, security professionals, construction teams, inspectors, and other stakeholders to support secure facility requirements.
• Prepare clear and comprehensive technical reports, test results, inspection findings, and supporting documentation.
• Support multiple assessments and technical priorities in a fast-paced, mission-focused environment.

Qualifications

Required:

• Active TS/SCI clearance with current CI polygraph
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field; 6 years of specialized TEMPEST/RF experience may substitute for a degree
• 5+ years of experience conducting TEMPEST inspections, RF shielding verification, and/or emanations security assessments
• Current TEMPEST Certification (Level 2 or higher) or completion of an approved TEMPEST Countermeasures Investigator course within the past 3 years
• CDSE CD116 (TEMPEST Fundamentals) training
• TEMPEST/01-13 training
• Experience operating and maintaining RF/TEMPEST test and measurement equipment
• Strong knowledge of RF principles, shielding effectiveness, emanations security, and applicable TEMPEST requirements
• Strong technical writing, analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder communication skills

Desired:

• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Experience supporting SCIF inspections and ICD 705/ICS 705-1 compliance activities
• Experience performing RF shielding verification against 60 dB attenuation requirements
• Experience developing and advising on corrective actions for TEMPEST, RF shielding, and emanations security deficiencies
• Experience supporting Intelligence Community secure facilities and construction projects

Salary Range

USD $165,000.00 - USD $225,000.00 /Yr.The Markon pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Overview

Eager to join a team where your skills are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your impact is profound? Look no further than Markon, a premier consulting firm deeply dedicated to advancing our nation's most critical missions.

At Markon, we don't just offer jobs – we offer opportunities for personal and professional transformation. Empowering our employees to lead, innovate, and excel, we foster an environment where new ideas are not just welcomed but celebrated. As a perennial Washington Post Top Workplace, we prioritize the well-being and success of our team members, ensuring they can bring their best selves to work.

Headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, Markon has garnered national recognition for our unwavering dedication to excellence in serving the intelligence community, as well as federal civilian and defense agencies. Our growing reach extends across 17 states, 116 countries, and 5 continents, where our team of dynamic professionals collaborates to deliver unparalleled program and project management services.

Markon values people and the tremendous impact each individual can make – which is why we’re consistently recognized as one of the best places to work in federal government consulting. Here, you can help solve the nation’s most important challenges, surrounded by colleagues who help you grow, advance, and succeed. We are deeply dedicated to what matters – bringing out the best in each other to advance our clients’ missions.Join us and make a meaningful impact.

Markon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Benefits Offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Training and Tuition Assistance, Paid Time Off, and Holidays