Security Specialist (Physical / SCIF) – Level 3

What You’ll Do

• Lead the full lifecycle of SCIF and collateral areas – from concept and construction through accreditation, operations, and final decommissioning.
• Ensure facilities meet DoD and IC standards (ICD 705, NISPOM, CNSS, DoD information and SCI policies) for safeguarding SCI and collateral classified information.
• Conduct and oversee SCIF inspections and risk assessments, generating Fixed Facility Checklists, inspection reports, and accreditation documentation.
• Manage keys, locks, GSA containers, and alarm testing/maintenance in line with DoD and IC requirements.
• Serve as a primary liaison with the customer, DoD, IC partners, and industry, translating policy into practical, mission-ready security solutions.
• Maintain and use security databases and tools (e.g., IC SCIF database, the customer’s PeopleSoft database, and local tracking tools) and keep records complete, current, and audit-ready.
• Develop and deliver physical security briefings and training to non-security personnel, boosting awareness and compliance across the enterprise.
• Prepare and review trip reports, threat assessments, metrics, and weekly activity reports that drive data-backed decision making.
• Support policy and SOP development, instructional materials, and other awareness products to strengthen the customer’s Physical Security Program(s).
• Travel to government and industrial sites worldwide to inspect construction, renovations, and leased facilities, validate requirements, and recommend cost-effective security solutions.

What You Bring (Required)

• 5 years of experience in the physical security field.
• Proven experience conducting Physical SCIF inspections IAW ICD 705.
• Experience creating Fixed Facility Checklists and other SCIF accreditation artifacts.
• Demonstrated ability to write clear security reports and build supporting metrics.
• Hands-on experience conducting physical security risk assessments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (presentations, spreadsheets, documents, SharePoint, etc.).
• Experience delivering security briefings/training to non-security audiences.
• Ability to sustain prolonged standing, walking, and climbing during inspections and site walks.

Nice to Have

• Experience generating and interpreting security metrics for leadership.
• Relevant certifications, such as:
    - Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC)
    - Physical Security Certification (PSC)
    - ASIS certifications (e.g., PSP, CPP)
    - ICD 705 SCIF-related courses (government or commercial)
• Basic knowledge of Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS).
• Familiarity with the DoD Key and Lock Program, including safes for classified storage.
• Experience in other security disciplines (industrial, information, personnel, etc.).
• Prior work as a Construction Security Monitor.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 25%.

If you’re ready to apply your physical security expertise to high-impact national security missions and enjoy a mix of field inspections, policy work, and stakeholder engagement, we’d like to hear from you.