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Cogent Security LLC

Technical Security Specialist

Washington, DC

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Seniority
Mid level
Country
US
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
16 Oct 2026

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Description

Cogent Security is seeking a Technical Security Specialist to support the Technical Countermeasures Technical Surveillance Countermeasures (TSCM) mission with a Federal Law Enforcement agency within Washington, D.C. A candidate must be a U.S. Citizen with an active Top-Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and assist with Technical Surveillance Countermeasures (TSCM) Missions, including construction security.
  • Perform research, selection, modification, design, maintenance, and/or development of Technical Security equipment and systems.
  • Investigate and develop advanced techniques and devices to mitigate threats.
  • Resolve or recommend solutions to overlapping and conflicting security requirements by utilizing knowledge, skills, and abilities, including the ability to interpret various directives, rules, and regulations.
  • Communicate orally with customers and groups on technical security-related issues.
  • Write reports to document mission events, research findings, procedures, and other technical security-related issues.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

  • Minimum 7 years of relevant TSCM experience.
  • Government certification in TSCM required.
  • Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility.
  • Must be willing to conduct shift work and travel as needed (0-45%).
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel, SharePoint, and PowerPoint.

Preferred Qualifications

Federal Law Enforcement TSCM support.

About Cogent Security LLC : Cogent Security was founded in 2010 and has since grown to over 150 employees. We pride ourselves on hiring individuals that can deliver customer success with integrity, value, efficiency, and accountability. If you are interested in joining a dynamic team with room to grow as Cogent expands, we encourage you to apply.

Company Website: https://www.cogentsecurity.com

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