Los Alamos National Laboratory · 3 days ago
Senior Technical Security and Signal Countermeasures Practitioner (Cybersecurity Technical Staff 3)
Los Alamos, NM
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expLos Alamos National Laboratory is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. They are seeking a Senior Technical Security and Signal Countermeasures Practitioner to lead advanced technical security efforts and protect national security from emerging surveillance threats. The role involves conducting TSCM sweeps, leading incident response efforts, and mentoring junior staff while ensuring compliance with relevant policies.
Security
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Conduct full-spectrum TSCM sweeps (10 kHz - 40 GHz+) and hardware reverse engineering to detect sophisticated threats
Lead detection of side-channel attacks (EM leakage, power analysis, acoustic emanations) and incident response to blended cyber-physical espionage
Design, manage, and improve TSCM programs, mentoring junior staff and overseeing tool procurement
Collaborate on secure facility design (SCIFs, TEMPEST), conduct evaluations, and ensure compliance with DOE/NNSA policies
Prepare classified technical reports and provide expert guidance on counterintelligence and technical security measures
Qualification
Required
3-10 years in TSCM, SIGINT, or physical security
Proficiency in TSCM/technical security operations, with the ability to independently conduct sweeps, evaluations, and countermeasure analysis
Hands-on experience with RF/cyber integration platforms and advanced TSCM tool suites
Knowledge of ICD 702, ICD 705, and DOE/NNSA physical and technical security standards
Experience developing SOPs, incident response procedures, and classified reports
Experience mentoring and guiding less experienced practitioners
Strong technical writing and communication skills for classified and unclassified reporting
Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in a technical field and a minimum of 8 years related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation
Preferred
Graduate of the Interagency Training Center (ITC) Fundamentals Course
DOE Q or DoD DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
Advanced certifications (e.g., TEMPEST certification)
Experience with side-channel analysis and blended cyber/physical threat response
Familiarity with emerging espionage threats (e.g., 5G IoT surveillance, SDR-based attacks)
Benefits
PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
Dental and vision insurance
Free basic life and disability insurance
Paid childbirth and parental leave
Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
Onsite gyms and wellness programs
Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)
Company
Los Alamos National Laboratory
Los Alamos National Laboratory, a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security, is
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
US Department of EnergyU.S. Department of Homeland Security
2023-08-16Grant
2023-05-19Grant
2023-01-17Grant
Leadership Team
Alex Delaney
R&D Engineer, Detonation Science and Technology
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