Physical Security Manager

clarityinnovates; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Clarity Innovations is seeking a seasoned Physical Security Manager to lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the organization’s physical security program across multiple facilities and customer environments.

This role provides leadership on regulatory requirements (NISPOM, ICD 705, TEMPEST), oversees site access control, intrusion detection, and secure storage for classified media and equipment, and collaborates with HR, Facilities, and government security

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the corporate physical security program across multiple facilities and mission environments.
• Establish and enforce physical security policies, SOPs, security plans and supporting documentation.
• Ensure compliance with 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM), ICD 705, TEMPEST, and customer directives.
• Conduct physical security assessments, identify vulnerabilities, and monitor mitigations.
• Oversee access control, intrusion detection systems, and secure storage for classified media and equipment.
• Coordinate site surveys, construction security plans, accreditation packages, and government inspections.
• Lead site emergency preparedness programs, including drills and active threat procedures.

Skills

Physical Security

Regulatory Compliance

SOP Development

Risk Assessment

Security Program Management

Facilities Coordination

Emergency Preparedness

Leadership

Job description

Clarity Innovations is a trusted national security partner, dedicated to safeguarding our nation's interests and delivering innovative solutions that empower the Intelligence Community (IC) and Department of Defense (DoD) to transform data into actionable intelligence, ensuring mission success in an evolving world.

Our mission-first software and data engineering platform modernizes data operations, utilizing advanced workflows, CI/CD, and secure DevSecOps practices. We focus on challenges in Information Warfare, Cyber Operations, Operational Security, and Data Structuring, enabling end-to-end solutions that drive operational impact.

We are committed to delivering cutting-edge tools and capabilities that address the most complex national security challenges, empowering our partners to stay ahead of emerging threats and ensuring the success of their critical missions. At Clarity, we are people-focused and set on being a destination employer for top talent, offering an environment where innovation thrives, careers grow, and individuals are valued. Join us as we continue to lead innovation and tackle the most pressing challenges in national security.

Position Summary

The Physical Security Manager is responsible for the development, implementation, oversight, and continuous improvement of the organization's physical security program supporting classified and unclassified operations across multiple facilities and customer environments.

This position provides leadership and technical expertise in physical security requirements established by the Department of War (DoW), Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA), Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs), and applicable government customer regulations.

The Physical Security Manager will oversee physical security operations, secure facility construction and accreditation activities, intrusion detection systems, access control programs, security equipment, and facility compliance inspections.

Working closely with the Director of Security, Facility Security Officer (FSO), Contractor Special Security Officers (CSSOs), Contractor Program Security Officers (CPSOs), Facilities, Information Technology, and government security representatives. The Physical Security Manager ensures physical security measures effectively protect personnel, classified information, facilities, and critical assets while supporting operational objectives.

The successful candidate will be a solutions-oriented security professional who balances regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, risk management, and business needs.

Role Expectations

Physical Security Program Management

• Develop, implement, maintain, and continuously improve the corporate physical security program across multiple facilities and mission environments.
• Establish and maintain physical security policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), security plans, and supporting documentation.
• Ensure compliance with 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM), applicable ICD 705 and TEMPEST requirements, Intelligence Community Technical Specifications, and customer-specific security directives.
• Conduct physical security assessments, identify vulnerabilities, recommend corrective actions, and monitor mitigation efforts.
• Serve as the organization's subject matter expert for physical security requirements and best practices.
• Develop standardized physical security processes to support organizational growth and consistency across facilities.
• Provide strategic recommendations to the Director of Security regarding physical security risks, infrastructure investments, and operational improvements.
• Oversee physical safeguarding, tracking, and secure storage for classified storage media, server hardware, dev kits, and sensitive hardware assets.
• Lead site emergency preparedness programs, including emergency response drills, active threat procedures, and physical disaster readiness in coordination with HR and Facilities.

Secure Facility Construction, Accreditation, and Maintenance

• Manage and coordinate physical security requirements associated with the construction, modification, expansion, and maintenance of classified facilities, including SCIFs, SAPFs, and other secure spaces.
• Interpret and apply applicable ICD 705 and TEMPEST requirements, technical specifications, and customer-specific construction and accreditation standards.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, construction contractors, Facilities, IT, and government security representatives throughout facility planning and construction.
• Support preparation and maintenance of Construction Security Plans (CSPs), Fixed Facility Checklists (FFCs), accreditation packages, and supporting documentation, as applicable.
• Coordinate site surveys, construction inspections, security testing, and government accreditation activities.
• Ensure proposed facility modifications are appropriately reviewed and approved by cognizant government security authorities before implementation when