Security Assistant
United States Army Installation Management Command
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SECURITY SPECIALIST
Defense Intelligence Agency
Department of Defense
Location
Reston, Virginia
Salary
$121,785 - $158,322
per year
Type
Closes
February 6, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves managing security programs for a defense intelligence agency, focusing on interpreting policies, reviewing systems for vulnerabilities, and training others on security procedures, especially related to radio frequency equipment and technical safeguards.
A good fit would be someone with experience in government security who can make smart decisions under pressure, mentor team members, and ensure everything aligns with national defense standards.
It's ideal for detail-oriented professionals passionate about protecting sensitive information.
Key Requirements
- Ability to make informed decisions on work priorities and adjust as needed for accurate project completion
- Skill in interpreting and applying Federal, Intelligence Community, DoD, and Agency security policies and guidelines
- Experience conducting security program reviews, identifying gaps or vulnerabilities, and training team members on rules and procedures
- Strong understanding of Radio Frequency (RF) systems and equipment for evaluating facility safeguards and developing technical security requirements
- Proficiency as a TEMPEST Certified Technical Testing Authority (CTTA), including providing on-the-job training and mentorship
- Knowledge of technical programs like TSCM, Intelligence Systems Electronics Repair, or telecommunications installation/repair (highly desired)
- Familiarity with regulatory guidance in ICD 705 and DoDM 5105.21, preferably with supervisory experience (highly desired)
Full Job Description
We are committed to: Teamwork: Partnering at all levels and across organizational boundaries for mission accomplishment.
Integrity: Adherence to the highest legal and ethical principles in our responsibilities. Excellence: Unrivaled defense intelligence expertise.
Service: Putting the welfare of the Nation and commitment to our mission before oneself. ASSESSMENT FACTORS 1.
Makes informed decisions about work priorities to ensure accurate completion of assignments and projects, and makes adjustments as required. 2.
Interprets and applies Federal, Intelligence Community, Department of Defense, and Agency and emerging security policies and procedural guidelines related to security related activities. 3.
Conducts security program reviews and identifies potential gaps or vulnerabilities related to security and trains team members, customers and managers in security rules and procedures. 4.
Understanding of Radio Frequency (RF) systems and equipment essential to evaluating facility safeguards and developing technical security requirements and recommendations. 5.
Performs the role as a TEMPEST CTTA, providing on the job training and mentorship for other personnel in security. HIGHLY DESIRED SKILLS 1.
Current or former Certified TEMPEST Technical Authority (CTTA) or Certified TEMPEST Professional (CTP). 2.
Experience in the daily execution of technical programs such as TSCM, Intelligence Systems Electronics Repair, telecommunications Systems Installation/repair or other technical programs. 3.
Experience applying the regulatory guidance outlined in ICD 705 and DoDM 5105.21 with supervisory oversight. Major Duties:
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