Physical Security Programs Manager #1222

Sergeant at Arms of the United States Senate; Washington, Northern (District of Columbia, KY); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

The Senate Sergeant at Arms seeks a seasoned Manager of Physical Security Programs to lead the team responsible for tracking, coordinating, and reporting on security projects across the Capitol Campus.

This role requires strong collaboration, presentation and reporting skills, the ability to oversee security systems and initiatives, and ensuring protective measures align with mission needs while maintaining professional relationships with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required for the role.
• Experience leading security teams and projects.
• Ability to manage budgets and coordinate with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership to on-campus physical security personnel.
• Directs and manages key physical security programs, projects, and general security.
• Develops requirements, SOPs, and policies; tracks budget and financials.
• Conducts security surveys and risk assessments; recommends mitigations.
• Liaises with staff and stakeholders to convey security needs and improvements.

Skills

Physical security systems

Intrusion detection

Locks and access control

Program management

Staff leadership

Communication skills

Security assessments

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Physical Security Programs Manager #1222

Target Hiring Range: $135,000 - $145,000

Department: Office of Security, Emergency Preparedness, and Continuity

Posting Date Range: 8/18/2026-9/1/2026

Pay Grade Range: $130469-$181570

Hours: 8:00AM to 5:00PM

FLSA Status: Exempt

Work Location Status: Onsite

The Senate Sergeant at Arms does not pay for relocation expenses.

This vacancy announcement closes at 11:59pm EST. Late applications will not be accepted.

JOB OVERVIEW

Job Description

The Target Hiring Range for this position is:$135,000 - $145,000

The Physical Security Programs team at the Senate Sergeant at Arms (SAA) plays a critical role in overseeing and monitoring campus security initiatives. The Manager of Physical Security Programs provides leadership and direction to staff responsible for tracking, coordinating, and reporting on security projects that impact the Senate community.

The Manager works closely with internal stakeholders and cross-functional partners to communicate project status, oversee security systems and initiatives, and identify and recommend best-practice solutions, technologies, and products. This role serves as a key representative of the SAA and requires strong collaboration, communication, and project management skills.

The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to effectively develop and deliver presentations, prepare clear and concise written reports, and communicate complex security information to a variety of audiences.

The successful candidate demonstrates sound judgment, professionalism, and a commitment to maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders while providing excellent customer service.

Key Accountabilities/Essential Job Duties

Provides leadership, support, and guidance to on-campus physical security personnel. Directs and manages key physical security programs, projects, and general security in and around Capitol Grounds. Supervises development of requirements, standard operating procedures, and policies for physical security programs; tracks and monitors the budget and financial aspects of the physical security program. Supervises security surveys and risk/vulnerability assessments, and provides recommendations to address the security needs of vulnerable facilities or sites and the threats against them. Consults with operating personnel and other security specialists to devise protection systems that provide maximum security with the least interference in the organization's mission. Other duties, as assigned.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Required Education

Bachelor’s Degree.

Other Duties/ Responsibilities

• Represents the interests of the SAA and liaises with Congressional staff and stakeholders, Capitol Police, and AOC to convey security requirements, improvements, and enhancements.

Required Work Experience

• Five to eight years of experience in physical security, with at least one year as a lead or supervisor.

Required Special Skills/ Knowledge

• Knowledge of physical security systems, intrusion detection systems and devices, locks and locking systems, personnel entry control systems, ballistic protection measures, and personnel and asset protection.
• Ability to manage a large-scale, complex physical security program.
• Ability to provide advice and recommendations on physical security measures.
• Ability to lead and manage staff responsible for physical security programs.
• Ability to make high-consequence physical security recommendations and decisions.
• Ability to collaboratively work with multiple stakeholders to achieve desired outcomes.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• As part of our hiring process, we may conduct a skills assessment to better understand an applicant’s proficiency in key areas relevant to the role.

Desired Qualifications

• Three to five years of experience leading teams in a dynamic environment.
• Subject matter expert in evaluating security technologies, products, and services based on industry standards and best practices.
• Proficiency with office productivity software (Microsoft Office).
• Knowledgeable of the Interagency Security Committee guidelines.
• COR Certification (Level 1 or higher).

Working Conditions

• Required to be available for sudden recall in response to emergency events affecting the Senate community and to potentially deploy to alternate sites for up to thirty days on short notice.
• Work is essentially sedentary, with occasional walking and safely carrying items under 25 pounds.
• Occasional travel is required to participate in and/or conduct security assessments and installations.

Security Clearance

• This position requires that the applicant obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Government security clearance.
• Applicants must be U.S. citizens in order for the SAA to submit your application for a security clearance.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

To be employed by a Senate employing office in a paid position in the continental United States an individual must:

• 1. Be a U.S. citizen;
• 2. Be lawfully admitted for permanent residence and seeking citizenship as outlined in 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)(B);
• 3. Be (i) admitted as a refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157 or granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. § 1158 and (ii) have filed a declaration of intention to become a lawful permanent resident and then a citizen when eligible; or
• 4. Owe allegiance to the U.S. (i.e., qualify as a non-citizen U.S. national under federal law).

Employment is contingent on background / security investigation results.

BENEFITS AT-A-GLANCE

The SAA provides a highly competitive benefitspackage for all SAA staff. Our benefits extend beyond health care coverage tohelp provide employees with student loan reimbursement, professionaldevelopment, transportation subsidy, TSP/retirement savings, access to ourEmployee Assistance Program, and more! For more information regarding SAA’sbenefits, please visit https://sen.gov/OPPW.

ACCOMMODATIONS

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the SAA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with SAA and need special assistance or an accommodation to complete the application process, please submit your request to [e-mail] with “Accommodation” in the subject line.

VOLUNTARY SELF-IDENTIFICATION FOR VETERANS' PREFERENCE

If you are identifying as veterans' preference eligible under the VEOA, please use this link to complete your application for Veterans' Preference AFTER you apply for this position. The link will also be available on the “Thank You” page after you have submitted your job application.

• All supporting documents must ONLY be provided within the Veterans’ Preference Application and within the stated deadline of the job announcement.
• Late applications for veterans’ preference will not be considered.
• Documentation to obtain veterans’ preference will not be considered if attached to the job application.
• If you need to revise or resubmit your Application for Veterans' Preference/documents, please withdraw your previous Application for Veterans' Preference and resubmit. If you require assistance, please email [e-mail].
• To view additional information regarding the VEOA, please click here.

An applicant who declines to self-identify as a disabled veteran and/or to provide information and documentation regarding his/her disabled veteran’s status will not be subjected to an adverse employment action, but the individual may be ruled ineligible for veterans’ preference.