Physical Security (PHYSEC) Analyst

Watermark Risk Management International; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid medical insurance

Ample paid leave

Employee assistance program

Competitive 401(k) savings plan

Job summary

Watermark Risk Management International is seeking a Physical Security Analyst to assist the U.S. Coast Guard in providing policy and security support for critical missions. The role involves advising on security policy, conducting assessments, and developing training materials.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree or 10 years of relevant experience, along with physical security expertise and strong technical writing skills. The position offers an anticipated salary between $60,000 and $130,000, along with a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant physical security experience.
• Secret Clearance required.
• Ability to travel less than 10%.

Responsibilities

• Advise and analyze physical security policy from various directives.
• Support security planning for USCG facilities and assets.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments to identify threats.

Skills

Physical security experience

Technical writing

Interpersonal skills

Customer service skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a security-related discipline

10 years of directly relevant experience

Tools

Physical access control systems

Identity and credential management (ICAM)

Security engineering design

Job description

Physical Security Analyst

In this role you will be a part of the U.S. Coast Guard headquarters team that provides policy and security program support for the security and resilience of critical USCG missions, infrastructures, and assets.

In this high-visibility, demanding role you’ll have the opportunity to provide advisory, analytical, and physical security support for the USCG’s worldwide operations and key national security missions. You’ll work across teams and integrate with other disciplines and teams for mission protection and success.

In this role you will…

• Advise and analyze physical security policy from Executive Orders, DHS directives, and DoD mandates.
• Support security planning for all USCG facilities, infrastructure, and assets.
• Perform vulnerability assessments to identify threats, risks, and countermeasures.
• Conduct staff assistance visits around the country to assess USCG field unit security compliance.
• Develop physical security training and awareness products.
• Prepare comprehensive recommendations, reports, letters, and regulatory documents.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of direct relevant physical security experience at the equivalent of a military service headquarters level.
• Experience with the following:
  • Physical access control systems design and management
  • Identity and credential management (ICAM) programs
  • Critical asset protection and security engineering design
  • Interagency Security Committee risk management
  • Technical writing of USCG policies, TTPs, job aids, and reports for varied audiences
• Demonstrated customer service, technical writing and editing, and interpersonal skills.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a security‑related discipline and five years direct relevant experience; or
• 10 years of directly relevant experience (may substitute for degree).

Security Clearance Requirements

• Secret Clearance.
• Ability to pass DHS security requirements to obtain an ID card and for handling Controlled Unclassified Information.

Desirable/Other Qualifications

• Prior USCG or DHS security program experience.
• Interagency Security Committee experience.
• Homeland defense, homeland security, Defense Support for Civil Authorities, antiterrorism/force protection, or law enforcement background.

Travel Requirement

• Less than 10%.

Other Requirements

• May be required to move equipment/files weighing up to 50 pounds.
• May require sedentary work at least 50% of the time.
• Reports to a physical location which occasionally requires the ability to traverse between buildings.
• Ability to manage stress with a high degree of maturity/professionalism.
• Demonstrated critical thinking and leadership skills and the ability to work well with others.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

*This position is contingent on contract award.*

Anticipated compensation range for this position is $60,000-130,000. Multiple considerations are taken into account when determining the final salary/hour rate, including but not limited to contract wage determination, education and certifications, relevant work experience, related skills and competencies, as well as federal government contract labor categories. Central to Watermark’s employment philosophy is the wellbeing of our employees which is why we offer a robust benefits package and wellness program alongside annual base compensation.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package: 100% employer-paid medical insurance, ample paid leave, free employee assistance program, competitive 401(k) savings plan.

Watermark is an equal opportunity employer. All terms and conditions of employment are established without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.