Construction Surveillance Technician (CST) | Top Secret

IDS International; Maryland; On-site; USD 70,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

PTO & Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Job summary

IDS International is seeking a Construction Surveillance Technician (CST) in Annapolis Junction, MD, with an active Top-Secret clearance, to support critical construction operations. In this role, the CST will monitor secure construction processes, ensure compliance with ICD 705 standards, and document findings. Ideal candidates will have CST certification, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to effectively use surveillance equipment. The position offers a rate of $35.00 per hour with health benefits and a Monday to Friday work schedule.

Qualifications

• Active Top-Secret clearance required.
• U.S. citizenship is mandatory.
• Must be 21 years or older.

Responsibilities

• Conduct surveillance activities to maintain compliance with ICD 705.
• Operate inspection and surveillance equipment.
• Write detailed reports and analyses of findings.

Skills

Construction Surveillance

Technical Surveillance Countermeasures

Construction Design Analysis

Effective Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Tools

Alarm systems

Metal detectors

X-ray devices

Closed-circuit television systems

Job description

CST with Top-Secret Clearance

Annapolis Junction, MD

Join IDS International’s Cleared Programs team supporting secure and mission‑critical environments. The Construction Surveillance Technician (CST) supports secure construction operations by conducting surveillance activities to maintain compliance with ICD 705 and related security requirements. This role requires monitoring construction processes, identifying noncompliance with secure construction standards, and ensuring that all observable construction elements meet required security guidelines. The CST operates within an active construction environment and is responsible for documenting findings, analyzing designs, and maintaining security awareness throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate inspection and surveillance equipment
• Utilize knowledge of construction disciplines, including civil, architectural, mechanical, electrical, and electronic engineering principles
• Read and analyze construction designs and blueprints to determine intended use
• Analyze structural designs and complexities that may conceal unintended purposes
• Apply knowledge of Technical Surveillance Countermeasures (TSCM) and construction security principles
• Identify noncompliance with ICD 705 secure construction requirements
• Maintain continuous observation of construction processes prior to enclosure
• Write detailed reports and analyses of findings, issues, and security situations
• Maintain daily logs during assigned shift

Required Qualifications

• Clearance: Active Top‑Secret clearance required
• Citizenship: U.S. Citizen
• Age: 21 years or older (note this is a government, not a company, requirement)
• Certification: Active CST certification required
• Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent

Required Experience

• U.S. Government‑approved CST training and certification
• Ability to perform construction surveillance in compliance with ICD 705 standards
• Working knowledge of ICD 705 secure construction requirements
• Ability to identify noncompliance with construction security standards
• Understanding of secure construction methods that must remain observable prior to enclosure
• Experience using alarm systems, metal detectors, X‑ray devices, and closed‑circuit television systems
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and blueprints
• Ability to analyze designs and structural complexities
• Knowledge of Technical Surveillance Countermeasures (TSCM)
• Ability to communicate effectively in English and produce written reports and analyses

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, and move throughout secure facilities for extended periods of time
• Position may require occasional lifting and/or movement of moderate amounts of weight, depending on assignment requirements

Work Schedule & Conditions

• Schedule: Monday–Friday
• Hours: Guaranteed 40 hours per week
• Overtime may be available or required. Flexibility may be required based on project needs.

Compensation & Benefits

• Rate: $35.00 per hour
• Adjusted hourly rates and daily per diem may be available for non‑local and/or travel assignments.
• Health, 401(k), PTO & Sick Leave, and Paid Holidays are available to all W2 employees of IDS.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local law.