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PHYSICAL SECURITY SPECIALIST

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Rome, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 10/20/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/19/2026
Job Title
PHYSICAL SECURITY SPECIALIST
Location
Rome, NY 13441 US (Primary)
Job Type
Full-time
Education
High School
Career Level
Experienced (Non-Manager)
Category
Administration
Job Description

 

EPS Corporation is looking for a Physical Security Specialist that provides entry and exit control for the Cyber Operations Technology Facility (COTF) and supports Corporate Facilities security. Work is performed at the direction of the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) and in coordination with the Corporate Facilities Manager. The specialist also gives limited support to the staff who perform Foreign Disclosure Officer (FDO) functions.

 

 

Requirements

Responsibilities

Entry and Exit Control

  • Provide Front Desk entry and exit control during operating hours.
  • Provide media entry and exit control, including virus scanning, assigning media control numbers, retrieving stored media, and assisting security managers with media shipments.
  • Greet and process visitors at the Front Desk. Confirm that visitors carry no items prohibited in the secure facility.

Access and Scheduling

  • Schedule access through the SharePoint restricted calendar.
  • Verify visitor clearances in the Defense Information System for Security (DISS) before access is granted.
  • Monitor assigned organizational mailboxes and respond to requests.

Facility and Information Security

  • Ensure proper destruction of optical, digital, and paper media.
  • Support the annual Security Office "Clean Out" period.
  • Prepare and maintain worksheets for equipment moves and equipment audits.
  • Maintain key, CAC, and access badge control and accountability logs.
  • Secure work areas at the close of each work day and complete end-of-day security checks.
  • Identify security risks and recommend process improvements.
  • Maintain compliance with all security requirements, with no security incidents or violations.

Foreign Disclosure Support (Limited)

  • Support FDO staff by reviewing foreign travel forms, foreign visit requests, and related documentation for completeness.
  • Communicate with requesters on missing documentation.
  • Update the foreign disclosure tracking log as directed by the FDO staff.
  • Coordinate with the Foreign Disclosure Officer, who retains determinations and approvals.
Desired Skills/Other Considerations

Physical Security Specialist (COTF Front Desk and Security Support)

Location: Air Force Research Laboratory, Rome Research Site, Rome, NY 13441. On-site, Monday through Friday, 0600 to 1800, excluding federal holidays.

Clearance and Eligibility

  • US citizenship is required.
  • SECRET clearance, or an interim SECRET that leads to a final SECRET.
  • Must obtain a Common Access Card (CAC) and Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) credential.
  • Must pass the criminal history check and National Agency Check.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent.

Type of Security Clearance Required
Secret

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