PHYSICAL SECURITY SPECIALIST

Commander, Navy Installations Command; Belle Chasse (LA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Commander, Navy Installations Command is seeking a Physical Security Specialist, Antiterrorism Officer (ATO) in the Force Protection Division. You will advise on a wide range of AT disciplines, with a focus on physical security integral to the AT program and Force Protection mission.

The role requires advanced education in law or security-related fields (Ph.D./LL.M.) or equivalent graduate education, with related experience. Federal hiring under Fed Transition; Secret clearance is typical.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree
• Three full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. or equivalent degree
• LL.M. degree may qualify

Responsibilities

• Provide expertise in Antiterrorism (AT) disciplines, including physical security, as part of the AT program and supporting the Force Protection mission

Skills

Physical Security

AT Disciplines

Education

Ph.D. or Doctoral Degree

LL.M.

Graduate Education to Ph.D.

Job description

• Hiring Agency: Commander, Navy Installations Command

You will serve as a PHYSICAL SECURITY SPECIALIST, ANTITERRORISM OFFICER (ATO) in the FORCE PROTECTION DIVISION of COMMANDER of NAS JRB NEW ORLEANS SEC DET.

Key Responsibilities

You will provide expertise in a wide range of Antiterrorism (AT) disciplines, to include physical security, which is an integral part of the AT program, and supports the overall Force Protection (FP) mission.

Requirements & Education

In lieu of specialized experience, you may qualify with the following education or combination of both education and experience: Have successfully completed a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree OR Have successfully completed three full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. or equivalent degree OR Have successfully completed an LL.M.

degree that is related to the position being filled OR Have a combination of experience and education that equates to one year of experience. Percentage of education plus percentage of experience must equal 100%. A transcript must be submitted with your application if qualifying using education. See Required Documents for additional information.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Commander, Navy Installations Command, Department of the Navy.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $74678 – $97087/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Secret security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-12.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.