Physical Security Program Manager

rand; Washington; On-site; USD 121,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Sabbatical pay

Job summary

RAND in Washington, D.C. is seeking a Manager, Physical Security to lead a comprehensive 24/7 security program across all RAND locations. Responsibilities include access control, video surveillance, visitor management, and contract guard services.

The role requires extensive experience in security operations, budgeting, and regulatory compliance with NISPOM, ICD 705, and DoD directives. The position is in-office with occasional travel and a Top Secret/SCI clearance eligibility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; BS/BA preferred.
• Experience: 10+ years; 9+ years supervisory with BA/BS.
• Top Secret/SCI clearance eligibility preferred.
• Strong knowledge of NISPOM and related DoD/regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead physical security across all RAND locations.
• Oversee 24/7 security program: access control, intrusion detection, video surveillance, visitor management, guard services.

Skills

MS Word/Excel/PowerPoint

NISPOM/ICD knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Leadership/people management

Budgeting

Security operations

Communication skills

Decision making

Education

High school diploma or GED

BS/BA degree preferred

Tools

DISS database

Job description

RAND in Washington, D.C. is seeking a Manager, Physical Security to lead a comprehensive 24/7 security program across all RAND locations. Responsibilities include access control, video surveillance, visitor management, and contract guard services.

The role requires extensive experience in security operations, budgeting, and regulatory compliance with NISPOM, ICD 705, and DoD directives. The position is in-office with occasional travel and a Top Secret/SCI clearance eligibility.