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Tempest Engineer
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What they do
An Optical or Laser Engineer researches and develops technology that uses the science of light (optics). Optical technology includes fiber optic cables, which enable high-speed internet connections across long distances, and lasers, which can be used to make very small incisions and measurements. Works closely with scientists and engineers from other fields on advances in technology.
$101,811 / year median in Maryland
-3% projected decline
Job Description
Tempest Engineer
As part of our team , you'll get to work on a team of TEMPEST engineers and SMEs performing TEMPEST testing and providing TEMPEST engineering recommendations to help ensure the security of our nation's systems. You'll get to work onsite with the customer, integrated into their team to ensure mission success.
Title:
Tempest EngineerLocation:
Linthicum Heights, MDClearance:
- Active TS/SCI w/ Polygraph needed to apply
Salary Range:
$200,000-$220,000Company Overview:
Cornerstone Defense is the Employer of Choice within the Intelligence, Defense, and Space communities of the U.S. Government. Realizing early on that our most prized assets are our employees, we continually focus our attention on improving the overall work/life experience they have supporting the mission. Our Team is pushed every day to use their industry leading knowledge to provide end-to-end solutions to combat our nation's toughest and most secure problems. If you are looking for a place to not only be professionally challenged, but encouraged and supported by a company that cares, don't look any further than Cornerstone Defense.As part of our team , you'll get to work on a team of TEMPEST engineers and SMEs performing TEMPEST testing and providing TEMPEST engineering recommendations to help ensure the security of our nation's systems. You'll get to work onsite with the customer, integrated into their team to ensure mission success.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
- 3+ years of experience with TEMPEST testing, design, or engineering- TEMPEST certified technician (Certified TEMPEST Professional Level II)Capabilities /Duties:
- Ensure that TEMPEST testing requirements are defined by the customer's Certified TEMPEST Technical Authority (CTTA).
- Evaluate engineering change proposal (ECP) packages to ensure the proposed changes do not impact the TEMPEST integrity of the device, or if necessary, additional TEMPEST testing is performed to recertify the device.
- Attend technical meetings with crypto device users/customers CSCM's and vendor partners.
- Provide TEMPEST lab testing of certified cryptographic devices to ensure it meets the current National TEMPEST standard.
- Perform TEMPEST Field testing of cryptographic equipment to discover vulnerabilities in secure systems.
- Provide Subject Matter Expert (SME) support when a cryptographic device has a TEMPEST vulnerability.
Benefits Overview :
Cornerstone Defense offers a very comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to: Medical, Dental and Vision Plans- Generous PTO Policy
- 401(k)
- HSA and FSA options
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement and Training
- Perks at Work Discount Program
- Referral Program
- Leads Generation Program
- CollegeAmerica 529
- Fitness Reimbursement Program
- Travel Assistance
- Norton Lifelock Benefit Solutions
- Life Planning Financial & Legal Services