Overview
A Certified TEMPEST Technician is a trained professional who performs installation, maintenance, testing, and troubleshooting of equipment and facilities to ensure they comply with TEMPEST requirements. TEMPEST standards address the unintentional electromagnetic emissions from electronic equipment that could potentially compromise sensitive or classified information.
Purpose
To ensure that electronic systems, secure facilities, and communication equipment meet government requirements for controlling electromagnetic emissions and preventing information leakage.
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Typical Responsibilities
• Conduct TEMPEST testing on electronic and communication systems
• Install and maintain TEMPEST-approved equipment
• Perform troubleshooting and corrective maintenance on TEMPEST-related systems
• Document test results, maintenance actions, and compliance findings
• Ensure adherence to national TEMPEST policies, procedures, and guidelines
• Support engineering staff with technical evaluations and system configuration
• Maintain secure handling of classified or sensitive information as required
Knowledge and Skill Areas
• Fundamentals of electromagnetic emissions and shielding
• TEMPEST test methods and measurement procedures
• Secure facility requirements and equipment installation standards
• Interpretation of TEMPEST policies and directives
• Use of specialized test instruments
• Technical documentation, reporting, and troubleshooting
• Safety protocols for handling classified equipment and environments
Common Prerequisites
• Background in electronics, telecommunications, or information systems
• Completion of a recognized TEMPEST training program
• Security clearance when working with classified systems
• Hands-on experience with electronic test equipment
Certification Objectives
• Validate the technician’s capability to perform TEMPEST testing and maintenance
• Confirm knowledge of TEMPEST standards and procedures
• Demonstrate practical proficiency with measurement tools and diagnostic methods
• Ensure understanding of security requirements for classified environments
Work Environments
• Government agencies and military installations
• Defense contractors and secure facility integrators
• Specialized testing laboratories
• Organizations handling classified or sensitive information
Career Pathways
• TEMPEST Technician
• TEMPEST Test Specialist
• TEMPEST Engineer (with additional education/experience)
• Secure Communications Technician
• Information Assurance or Security Engineering roles
Want to learn more? Tonex offers Certified TEMPEST Technician Training, a 2-day course where participants master the foundational concepts of TEMPEST and its importance in safeguarding electronic systems.
Attendees also acquire proficiency in TEMPEST testing techniques, including measurement methodologies and data analysis, develop expertise in the design and implementation of TEMPEST countermeasures for various electronic devices, learn the regulatory frameworks governing TEMPEST standards and compliance, gain hands-on experience in conducting TEMPEST assessments and effectively mitigating electromagnetic vulnerabilities and obtain the certification and skills necessary to excel as a Certified TEMPEST Engineer.
This training is tailored for professionals involved in the design, development, testing, and implementation of electronic systems, as well as individuals responsible for ensuring the security of sensitive information in government, defense, and critical infrastructure sectors. It is ideal for engineers, security professionals, and project managers seeking to enhance their expertise in TEMPEST.
All told, Tonex offers over 30 courses in its Radiation Resilience Institute. Sample courses include:
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