Position Title: Physical Security (PHYSEC) Lead 

Location: Guantanamo Bay (GTMO), Cuba

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Top Secret/SCI

Required Education: Associate degree in any field

Required Experience: Must have at least five (5) years of specialized experience in physical security.

Time Type: Full time, Exempt

Employee Type: Regular

Overview

The Physical Security Lead will perform physical security operations for all sensitive compartmented information facilities (SCIF), collateral security work areas, arms rooms, and other mission-critical assets designed by JTF-GTMO. To perform this task, the C3R will possess working knowledge of governing directives, instructions, regulations, and procedures governing the DoD Physical and Information Security Programs and the DoD and DNI Programs for protecting SCI and SCIFs. The C3R will also fully understand the other DoD Security Programs (i.e., Industrial and Personnel Security Programs) and how the Physical Security Program relates. Tasks include servicing GSA-approved security containers, installing and maintaining GSA-approved locks, key and lock control, conducting physical security surveys, drafting SOPs, preparing SCIF accreditation documents, and preparing collateral secure work area certification documents.

What You’ll Get to Do:

• Prepare and submit a JTF-GTMO Physical Security SOP.
• Provide support to the Command Security Manager in implementing JTF-GTMO physical security operations in accordance with JTF-GTMO Physical Security SOP.
• Coordinate Physical Security Assessments (PSA) of all buildings and workspaces under JTF-GTMO control and provide recommendations to ensure compliance with command and DoD physical security policies, procedures, and reporting.
• Conduct physical security assessments of all JTF-GTMO facilities to assess if ESS is working properly and accreditation standards are met.
• Provide recommendations on changes to JTF-GTMO security policies and procedures to the Command Security Manager IAW applicable regulations and SOPs.
• Maintain current databases of all JTF-GTMO facilities, security containers, security representatives, and organizations responsible for their individual classified processing areas.
• Complete and provide a written inventory and associated SF-700's to the Command Security Manager, of all X-09/10, CDX-09/10 electronic locks, Simplex 900, Simplex 1000 series locks.
• Maintain all locks according to IAW DoD regulations, including repair, removal, and replacement.
• Capture all lock maintenance procedures in the JTF-GTMO Physical Security SOP.
• Assist in preparing and maintaining Physical Security Policies and submit to the Command Security Manager.
• Provide training to security representatives on the most current knowledge of security policies and procedures.
• Assist in reviewing statements of work and blueprints for proposed construction and renovation projects to ensure that the finished structures adequately protect JTF classified information and assets, as required by DoD and DNI policies.
• Coordinate assessments of facilities at different phases of construction to ensure construction methods comply with the command, DoD, and DNI directives directly relating to applicable security requirements.
• Provide alternatives for enhancing the efficiency of security through modifications and applications of evolving technology.
• Prepare and submit a JTF-GTMO J2 Physical Security Standard Operating Procedures to include Physical Security Equipment Installation, Maintenance, Devices, and Inspections.
• Establish and implement a Key Control Management Program.

You’ll Bring These Qualifications:

• Must possess a current Top Secret (TS) clearance based upon a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) completed within the past five (5) years and shall also be determined eligible for access to Special Compartmented Information (SCI) by the Central Adjudication Facility (CAF) or other designated adjudication authority prior to arrival onsite.
• Must possess an Associate's Degree.
• Must have at least five (5) years of specialized experience in physical security.
• Must have experience participating as a technical expert in resolving problems in existing security systems and programs requiring innovative solutions including all aspects of physical security.
• Must know governing laws, regulations, precedents, and directives governing DNI, DoD, and SCI physical security program concepts and principles.
• Must have experience advising top-level agency security and subject matter managers on new developments and advances.
• Must have experience recommending methods for enhancing the efficiency of security systems through modifications and applications of evolving technology.
• Must have experience evaluating and making recommendations concerning overall plans and proposals for major agency and organizational security projects.
• Must be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing with a diverse group of individuals, using a high degree of tact and diplomacy.
• Must be able to conduct and document physical security inspections, safe inventories lock accountability, and maintenance.

Work Environment:

• Professional Office Environment: Must be able to sit at a desktop or laptop computer for extended periods of time.

Physical Demands:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone.
• Must be able to communicate regularly via telephone and verbally present information to employees, customers, and outside vendors.

Expected Hours of Work:

• 40 hours per week based on the customer’s core operating hours.

About RISA:

In an age characterized by rapid technological advancement, where breakthroughs emerge at an unprecedented pace, RISA is committed to staying ahead of the curve, leveraging these innovations to address our client's unique challenges while providing our employees with rewarding career opportunities. We seek professionals who thrive on challenges and are dedicated to helping our clients achieve their goals. At RISA, our accomplishments are driven by our team's exceptional talent and unwavering commitment. Together, we embrace the challenges and rewards of delivering exceptional services to our clients. Join us as we embark on this journey of growth and success.

Benefits:

RISA offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; company-paid disability; life insurance; identity theft protection; retirement savings plans: 401(k) and Roth; Paid Time Off; and 11 paid Federal Holidays.

Please Note:

• Veterans are encouraged to apply.
• If you are selected for an interview, please be advised that you will be required to keep your camera on so your interviewer can take your picture for identification purposes if you are extended an offer letter.
• Upon receiving an offer of employment, all applicants will be required to do a background check, including a criminal record check and employment/education verification.
• RISA participates in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.

RISA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.