Fire Protection Engineer with Security Clearance

The Intrepid Group; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

IAP World Services, an Intrepid Global Solutions company, seeks a Fire Protection Engineer to support defense and intelligence community facilities in Virginia and nationwide. You will design and review fire protection systems, perform life safety analyses, and ensure compliance with NFPA, UFC, and agency requirements in secure environments.

Active Top Secret SCI with CI Poly clearance is required, and you will collaborate with project teams and leadership to deliver high-reliability protection

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Fire Protection Engineering or closely related field.
• PE license required or eligible for reciprocal license in the relevant state.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience as a fire protection engineer in government or secure facilities.

Responsibilities

• Design, review, and evaluate fire protection and life safety systems.
• Perform fire hazard analyses and code compliance reviews for facilities.
• Provide guidance to project teams and facility leadership on fire protection.
• Review drawings, perform inspections, and support emergency planning and continuity initiatives.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, and authorities having jurisdiction.

Skills

Fire protection engineering

Fire dynamics

NFPA codes

Life safety concepts

UFC standards

Secure facilities

DoD/IC experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fire Protection Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

5+ years' experience

Job description

IAP World Services, an Intrepid Global Solutions company, is a recognized leader in Facilities Management and Operations in support of Defense, Intelligence, and National Security missions Under a major Intelligence Community contract, IAP operates and maintains facilities, systems, and associated grounds across Virginia and Maryland. Services provided include comprehensive facility operations; project management for renovations, minor construction, and major equipment repairs; engineering, construction, and operations support; custodial and grounds maintenance services; environmental, safety, and occupational health support; food services; motorpool and logistics operations; and physical and technical security services. As the Fire Protection Engineer, you will be responsible for providing fire protection engineering expertise in support of facilities, infrastructure, and mission-critical operations within the Intelligence Community (IC). This role ensures compliance with applicable fire and life safety codes, standards, and agency-specific requirements to protect personnel, assets, and continuity of operations in secure environments.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Design, review, and evaluate fire protection and life safety systems, including fire detection, alarm, suppression, and smoke control systems
• Perform fire hazard analyses, life safety assessments, and code compliance reviews for new construction, renovations, and existing facilities
• Apply and interpret applicable codes and standards (e.g., NFPA, IBC, IFC, UFC, and agency-specific requirements)
• Provide technical guidance and engineering judgment to project teams, facility managers, and leadership
• Review construction documents, shop drawings, and submittals for fire protection compliance
• Conduct field inspections, testing, and acceptance of fire protection systems
• Support risk assessments and mitigation strategies for mission-critical and high-security facilities
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, and AHJs as required
• Prepare technical reports, design analyses, and formal recommendations
• Support emergency planning, fire response coordination, and continuity of operations initiatives
• Maintain awareness of emerging fire protection technologies and best practices

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Fire Protection Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Minimum of 5 years' experience working as a fire protection engineer

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Demonstrated knowledge of fire protection engineering principles, fire dynamics, and life safety concepts
• Experience applying NFPA codes and standards in complex facilities
• Experience working in secure, mission-critical, or government facilities
• Familiarity with Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) and federal design requirements
• Experience supporting high-reliability or high-consequence operations
• Prior experience within the Intelligence Community or Department of Defense

SECURITY CLEARANCE

Active Top Secret SCI W/ CI Poly

Intrepid Acquisition Holdings, LLC www.intrepidgs.com Intrepid Acquisition Holdings, LLC. (IAH), is a leading provider of global-scale logistics, facilities management, and advanced professional and technical services. IAH provides a broad spectrum of services and solutions to U.S. and international government agencies, and organizations. As a world-class leader in providing seasoned program management, IAH leverages and integrates its capabilities to provide safe, innovative, and reliable solutions to meet customers' diverse and complex challenges. Intrepid Acquisition Holdings, LLC. (\"IAH\" and/or \"Company\") and its affiliates, including but not limited to IAP World Services, Inc., Readiness Management Support L.C., JPATS Logistics Services, LLC., and subsidiaries is an EOE, including disability/vets. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.