Construction Surveillance Technician (CST) | TS/SCI CI-Poly

Idsinternational; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health

401(k)

PTO & Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Job summary

IDS International is seeking a Construction Surveillance Technician (CST) with TS/SCI clearance and CI-Poly for on-site work in Aurora, Colorado. The CST will monitor security operations on an active construction site, analyze designs, read blueprints, and document findings in detailed English reports.

The role requires five years of relevant experience, CST certification, and strong knowledge across civil, architectural, mechanical, and electrical disciplines, with the ability to interpret

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with CI-Poly is required.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Active CST certification required.

Responsibilities

• Operate inspection and surveillance equipment.
• Read and analyze construction designs and blueprints.
• Maintain daily logs and write detailed English reports of findings.

Skills

Surveillance operations

TSCM knowledge

Blueprint reading

Report writing

English communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Alarm systems

Metal detectors

X-ray devices

CCTV systems

Job description

Construction Surveillance Technician (CST) with TS/SCI Clearance with CI-Poly

Aurora, CO

Join IDS International’s National Security Servicesteam supporting secure & mission-critical environments.

The CST supports construction security operations within a cleared environment by monitoring site activities, analyzing construction designs, and identifying potential security vulnerabilities. This role operates on an active construction site and requires the ability to read and interpret blueprints, apply knowledge of surveillance detection principles, and document findings. The CST is responsible for maintaining continuous observation of construction processes and ensuring adherence to security requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate inspection and surveillance equipment
• Utilize knowledge of construction disciplines, including civil, architectural, mechanical, electrical, and electronic engineering
• Read and analyze construction designs and blueprints to determine intended use
• Analyze structural designs and complexities that may conceal unintended or unauthorized purposes
• Apply knowledge of Technical Surveillance Countermeasures (TSCM) and surveillance detection principles
• Write detailed reports in English documenting findings, issues, and security situations
• Maintain daily logs during assigned shifts

Required Qualifications

• Clearance: Active Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance with Counterintelligence Polygraph (CI-Poly) 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:
  • Minimum five (5) years of experience in at least one of the following areas:
    • Construction security surveillance
    • Technical surveillance countermeasures
    • Industrial or government security involving counterintelligence
    • Construction quality assurance
    • Supervisory construction experience
  • Experience using alarm systems, metal detectors, x-ray devices, and closed-circuit television systems
  • 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 construction disciplines (civil, architectural, mechanical, electrical, electronic engineering)
  • Knowledge of Technical Surveillance Countermeasures (TSCM)
  • Familiarity with IC Tech Spec, Version 1.5.1 for ICD/ICS 705
  • 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

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience with NRO or NSA within the past 12–18 months for crossover suitability

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: $ 46.00 per hour

Benefits: Health, 401(k), PTO & Sick Leave, and Paid Holidays are available to all W2 employees of IDS

*Adjusted hourly rates and daily per diem may be available for non-local and/or travel assignments.

Employee may be required to occasionally lift and/or move moderate amounts of weight, typically less than 20 pounds, but may vary depending on the position. Regular and predictable attendance is essential.

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.

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