Tempest Manager, Sld 45
Department of the Air Force
Summary
Do not email applications. To submit your resume for this Direct Hire opportunity click here. For additional information on other USSF direct hire opportunities visit the Air Force Civilian Careers Space Force website and follow USSF on LinkedIn.
Duties
- The United States Space Force (USSF) Space Systems Command (SSC) at Patrick Force Base, FL is searching for an Information System Security Manager to support SLD 45/SC (NH-2210-03, GS12/13 Equivalent).
- Description: Manages the TEMPEST program for the Space Launch Delta 45 and mission partners.
- Develops procedures and enforces directives governing communication and computer systems.
- Designs and recommend solutions to resolve complex issues arising from unusual mission requirements.
- Ensures appropriate countermeasures are in place to deny classified information captured in radiated signals at the least possible cost.
- Perform initial assessments of new computer and telecommunications equipment and facilities to identify the level of control(s) required.
- Accomplishes reassessments of existing systems as required or upon any change of equipment or operating environment.
- Coordinates with the Certified TEMPEST Technical Authority (CTTA) for clarification of requirements and final approval.
- Develops and delivers periodic TEMPEST training to units/organizations supported.
- Ideal Candidate: Has existing Security + Certification, in-residence TEMPEST training, and two years' experience highly preferred.
- Incumbents must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret Clearance.
- Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise.
- This position is designated as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program.
- Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions present a clear threat to the mission of the Space Force, national security, and public safety.
- It is required that you (a) refrain from the use of illegal drugs and (b) if requested, submit to urinalysis testing.
- May be required to travel (CONUS and OCONUS) by military or commercial aircraft in the performance of TDY assignments.
- May be required to work overtime on an unscheduled or emergency basis.
- Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Expert knowledge of cybersecurity concepts and computer security principles associated with COMPUSEC, TEMPEST, accreditation standards, and COMSEC.
- Expert knowledge of NSA Key Management Infrastructure (KMI) program and skills with electronic cryptographic key management tools.
- Expert knowledge of the Assess and Authorize (A&A) Risk Management Framework (RMF) process.
- Skills in the tools and technology used to automate the A&A process (i.e. eMASS).
- Knowledge of a wide range of computer-communication concepts, principles, and practices to independently review, analyze, and resolve difficult and complex hardware and software security issues.
Required Documents
Prepare the documents below before applying. Always confirm the exact requirements on the official announcement, since they vary by position:
- Resume: You must submit a resume that may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts.
- You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume exceeds two pages or is illegible/unreadable.
- Do NOT include photographs, inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., on your resume.
- If the resume you submit contains such information you will not be considered for this vacancy.
- Your resume must provide: Personal information – your full name, email and mailing addresses, phone number Education information – the name of the school and the dates you attended Work experience – paid and unpaid work with the following information: Job title Detailed duties and accomplishments Employer's name and address Supervisor's name and phone number Starting and ending dates (If actual dates are not known, provide your best-estimated timeframes.) Hours per week Salary, if applicable Other qualifications – skills, certifications/licenses, honors, awards, special accomplishments, and job-related training courses College Transcripts (if applicable): Please see the Education section of this announcement for detailed information about transcripts.
About this role
The Tempest Manager, Sld 45 position with the Department of the Air Force is based in Patrick AFB, Florida. Do not email applications. The role pays $90,173 to $139,398 per year.
Day to day, the work involves the United States Space Force (USSF) Space Systems Command (SSC) at Patrick Force Base, FL is searching for an Information System Security Manager to support SLD 45/SC (NH-2210-03, GS12/13 Equivalent). The full list of duties, conditions, and required documents appears in the official announcement linked on this page.
Who should apply
Review the announcement's Qualifications section closely, since it defines exactly what federal administrative work experience this Tempest Manager, Sld 45 position requires. It is graded at GS-12, which sets both the pay band and the experience reviewers expect you to document. Match your federal resume directly to the announcement's wording so a reviewer can confirm each requirement in writing. For this Tempest Manager, Sld 45 position with the Department of the Air Force in Patrick AFB, Florida, confirm you meet each requirement before applying.
How competitive it is
At $90,173 to $139,398 per year, this is a mid-to-senior role where a precisely tailored application matters most. Because it is a supervisory or senior position, expect experienced candidates and a strong emphasis on a documented leadership and performance record. Based in Patrick AFB, Florida, it competes within that local market, which can mean lighter competition than major metropolitan postings. The announcement closes on June 30, 2026, and federal postings can close early once enough applications arrive, so applying promptly is wise.
This overview is general guidance from Job Army to help you understand the role. Always read the official announcement for exact duties, qualifications, and requirements before applying.
