Department: Department of Defense
Location(s): Reston, Virginia
Salary Range: $120579 - $185234 Per Year
Job Summary: 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.
Major Duties:
Qualifications: ASSESSMENT FACTORS 1. Knowledge of TEMPEST standards, policies, and countermeasures, including the ability to interpret technical specifications and apply them to varied operational environments. 2. Understanding of electromagnetic emanation vulnerabilities and mitigation techniques, including the use of test, measurement and diagnostic equipment such as spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, signal generators etc. 3. Analyzes key information and evaluates the effectiveness of alternative solutions, courses of action, and strategies needed to address complex, controversial, and multi-faceted issues. 4. Manages complex activities and initiatives, employing good judgment and principles. 5. Identifies available resources and constraints that impact the effectiveness of work assignments, and develops plans that effectively utilize resources and overcome obstacles. HIGHLY DESIRED SKILLS 1. Experience in the daily execution of technical programs such as TSCM, Intelligence Systems Electronics Repair, Telecommunications Systems Installation/repair or other technical programs. 2. Experience applying the regulatory guidance outlined in ICD 705 and DoDM 5105.21 with supervisory oversight. 3. Constructively questions convectional approaches, and supports an environment that encourages new ideas.
How to Apply: HOW DO I APPLY? Unless specified within the vacancy announcement, you must complete and submit your job application electronically, using DIA's online job tool. Go to: http://www.dia.mil. Click the link to "Search and Apply for Jobs" or click the link to "Careers" > "Vacancies." Your first visit? Click "New User" to setup your account. Click "Search" to view Vacancy Announcements for opportunities that interest you. Save as a Favorite or select the Job Opening to Apply. At the top of the "Job Search" page, click "My Favorite Jobs" to view each announcement. Start the application process by clicking the "Apply" at the bottom of the announcement. While working on the application, "Save" frequently. When you save the document, prior to final submission, you can exit the application and return later to continue by logging-in and going to Job Search > My Activities > Applications with a status of Not Submitted. Finished? Click "Submit." You must complete and submit the application prior to the closing date listed on the Vacancy Announcement. Final applications are not available for revision. If you need to revise your application, complete and submit another application. All positions in the Defense Intelligence Agency are in the excepted service under 10 USC 1601 appointment authority and covered by the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS), a General Grade (GG) pay system divided into grades and steps similar to OPM’s General Schedule (GS) compensation system. All candidates must be U.S. citizens and are subject to a thorough background inquiry and any required medical examinations.
Application Deadline: 2026-01-21