Construction Surveillance Technician (CST)

Mission Essential; Molesworth; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mission Essential is seeking a Construction Surveillance Technician to support U.S. DoD operations in the United Kingdom.

You will help ensure that construction and renovation activities meet security standards by identifying and mitigating potential threats, safeguarding sensitive assets overseas. Ideal candidates have 3+ years in construction security surveillance or related fields, active CST certification, and 2+ years of overseas DoD experience, with a TS/SCI clearance.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in construction security surveillance, technical surveillance countermeasures, or industrial security (construction QA or supervision).
• Active TS/SCI clearance required.
• 2+ years of overseas DoD construction services experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Develop knowledge of civil, architectural, mechanical, electrical, and electronic engineering.
• Read blueprints; analyze designs to detect security issues.
• Apply TSCM and construction security principles to monitor secure spaces.
• Ensure ICD-705 security requirements throughout all construction phases.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to uphold security protocols.

Skills

Security surveillance

TSCM

Construction knowledge

Education

CST certification (Certified Surveillance Technician)

State Department SE631 Course (Construction Surveillance Technician)

US Army Corps of Engineers Construction Training

Job description

Position: Construction Surveillance Technician

Location: United Kingdom

Clearance: TS/SCI

Job Description:

Mission Essential is seeking a skilled and motivated Construction Surveillance Technician to support U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) operations in the United Kingdom. This is an exciting opportunity to play a critical role in safeguarding sensitive construction projects and supporting national security objectives abroad.

As a key member of our team, you will help ensure that construction and renovation activities meet strict security standards by identifying and mitigating potential threats. You’ll gain exposure to a variety of engineering disciplines and contribute directly to the security of U.S. Government assets overseas.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop working knowledge of various construction disciplines including civil, architectural, mechanical, electrical, and electronic engineering.
• Read and interpret architectural and engineering blueprints; analyze structural designs to detect any hidden or unintended features that may compromise security.
• Apply expertise in technical surveillance countermeasures (TSCM) and construction security principles to monitor and protect secure spaces.
• Implement and maintain compliance with ICD-705 security requirements throughout all phases of construction and renovation.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure construction integrity and adherence to classified security protocols.

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in construction security surveillance, technical surveillance countermeasures, or Industrial security, including construction quality assurance or hands-on supervisory construction
• Current CST certification (include copy)
• 2+ years of experience with providing construction services overseas for the DoD
• Ability to work holidays and weekends up to 60/hr weeks when required
• Active TS/SCI security clearance
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

Desired Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in construction
• Completion of Department of State Construction Surveillance Technician Course SE631
• Completion of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Construction Training