TSCM SME

Peraton; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 146,000 - 234,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a highly skilled Systems Engineer (TSCM) to support counterintelligence threat analysis of technical devices and communications systems in Chantilly, VA. The role requires deep expertise in RF, NLJD, TEMPEST, and risk-based security assessments, with responsibilities spanning analysis, reporting, and system hardening.

The ideal candidate will have extensive engineering experience in secure environments, strong communication skills, and the ability to define paths through

Qualifications

• Must possess and maintain a TS/SCI clearance with Poly.
• Bachelor's degree in a technical field; Master's degree preferred.
• At least 10 years in engineering and/or a specialty field in a secure environment; ITC certification preferred.
• Experience with computer software/hardware and networks; familiarity with security monitoring apps.
• Expertise with offensive and defensive TSCM technologies and protocols.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and spectrum management.
• Experience prioritizing analytical requests; strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide initial security risk analysis using quantitative and qualitative methods; document methodology and results.
• Develop and execute advanced security strategies to protect systems and data.
• Recommend system enhancements to address security deficiencies.
• Conduct technical analysis and all-source analysis to counter foreign intelligence threats in telecoms and data security.
• Research and exploit data from multiple sources to inform operations and intelligence needs.
• Ensure systems meet security criteria (including ICD705) and provide mitigations and countermeasure requirements.
• Coordinate with research engineers and customers to resolve system issues.
• Produce formal reports on electromagnetic and network signatures.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance

Strong communication

Analytical thinking

Cross-team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Master's degree in a technical field

Tools

Network security software

Telecommunications networks

IT/CI tools

Job description

Responsibilities

The sponsor is looking for a highly skilled TSCM SME with proficiency in several of the following technical areas:

• Radiofrequency spectrum and signatures; knowledge of fiber optic and thermal imagery systems
• Technical surveillance equipment and techniques
• Acoustic signal leakage, processing, or countermeasures
• In-building power system anomaly analysis
• Technical Surveillance countermeasures (TSCM), such as familiarity with heat signature detection, RF exfiltration paths, alternate light sources, and non-linear junction detection (NLJD)
• TEMPEST countermeasures or collection and processing of unintended electromagnetic emanations; electromagnetic signal leakage and countermeasures

The ideal candidate will be creative, self-driven, curious, engineering and research-oriented and comfortable defining a path through ambiguity towards high-level goals. The successful candidate should be comfortable applying engineering expertise to risk assessments and mitigations. The Systems Engineer will support the customer's overall counterintelligence threat analysis of technical devices and communication systems. This position consists of the following responsibilities, but is not limited to:

• Provide initial security risk analysis both quantitative and qualitative approaches, develop analytic judgements such as relevance or vulnerabilities, and prepare briefings/reports documenting methodology used and results obtained.
• Develop and execute advanced security strategies and solutions, ensuring the organization's systems and data are protected against evolving threats.
• Recommend system enhancements to improve security deficiencies.
• Conduct technical analysis and all-source analysis toidentifyand counter foreign intelligence threats, with a focus on telecommunications, network/computer/data security.
• Research, analyze, and exploit data from various sources to inform counterintelligence operations, and develop intelligence requirements to fulfill those needs.
• Perform technical analysis of communications systems and infrastructure to ensure it meets security criteria (including ICD705) and mission constraints and provide analysis, mitigations and countermeasure requirements as needed.
• Evaluate reliability of materials, properties and techniques used in production; plan, design, and develop electronic parts, components, integrated circuity, mechanical systems, equipment and packaging, optical systems and/or DSP systems.
• Coordinate and consult with research engineers or scientists and customer representatives to resolve system issues and problem statements.
• Evaluate technical systems for the presence of electromagnetic and on-network signatures. Produce formal reports on these signatures.
• Ability to engage effectively with Sponsor personnel at all levels and collaborate across multiple offices and organizational levels to meet mission needs.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Provide highly specialized knowledge and expertise to support requirements or issues related to threats and vulnerability, policy and regulations, intelligence, and optimizing organizational processes and needs.

Qualifications

• Must possess and be able to maintain a TS/SCI clearance with Poly
• Minimum of 12 years of experience with a Bachelors degree in a technical field; minimum of 10 years of experience with a Masters degree in a technical field; an additional four years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• At least 10 years of experience in engineering and/or a specialty field in a secure environment. Interagency Training Center (ITC) certification for TSCM practitioner is preferred.
• Experience working with computer software/hardware, associated peripherals and telecommunication networks - knowledge and familiarity with computer hardware and software, especially network security/monitoring applications and configurations.
• Expertise with offensive and defensive TSCM technologies and protocols to include specific knowledge regarding potential vulnerabilities which could create a CI concern.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and spectrum management.
• Experience evaluating and prioritizing all analytical requests.
• Demonstrated effective communication with team members, managers, sponsors, and business partners throughout the project lifecycle.
• Experience with Ops documentation/plans, messaging and technical intelligence reports.

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range

$146,000 - $234,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.