Physical Security Specialist

Afognak Native Corporation; Vienna (VA); On-site; USD 123,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

Afognak Native Corporation is seeking a Physical Security Subject Matter Expert to provide technical expertise and interpret security policy guidance. The role includes serving as Registrar/Activator for USAccess (HSPD-12) to enroll, print, activate, and issue PIV cards, and to perform PIN resets and certificate updates.

You will assist with tracking inventory of vaults, containers, keys, PIV cards, and access FOBs; conduct reviews of access control and camera records; and support safety and

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or Equivalent required; security-related experience preferred.
• 3-5 years in Physical and Information Security with increasing responsibility.
• Experience with access control, surveillance, and intrusion detection systems.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English; strong written and verbal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise on physical security and interpret security policy guidance.
• Serve as Registrar/Activator for USAccess (HSPD-12) to enroll and issue PIV cards; perform PIN resets and certificate updates.
• Track inventory of vaults, containers, keys, PIV cards, and access FOBs; update SF700s.
• Assist with in-processing and out-processing of personnel and contractors.
• Conduct reviews/audits of access control and camera system records.
• Coordinate with Guard Staff and support safety and emergency management programs.
• Support OPSEC programs as described in NSPM-28; develop and update SOPs and training materials.
• Maintain files and escort security vendors as necessary; update internal databases (SIMS, Lenel, TRAKA, USAccess).

Skills

Physical security

Information security

Policy interpretation

Security auditing

Access control systems

Education

HS Diploma or Equivalence

Associate/Bachelor degree

Tools

USAccess (HSPD-12)

Lenel

TRAKA

SIMS

SharePoint

Job description

Description

• Serve as a Physical Security subject matter expert providing technical expertise and interprets security policy guidance.
• Serve in the Registrar / Activator role for the USAccess (HSPD-12) system in order to enroll, print, activate, and issue Personal Identity Verification (PIV) cards as well as perform PIN resets and certificate updates.
• Assist with tracking inventory of GSA Vaults and Containers, changing combinations (X10s), and updating and completing SF700s.
• Issuance / retrieval of keys, PIV cards, and access FOBs.
• Assist with tracking inventory of accountable items to include keys, PIV cards, access FOBs, credentials, badges, radios, and other government furnished equipment.
• Assist with in-processing and out-processing of FinCEN personnel, contractors, detailees, and platformers.
• Conduct reviews / audits of access control and camera system records.
• Work closely with Guard Staff personnel to ensure physical security processes and procedures are followed; support the safety and emergency management programs.
• Assist with the roles and responsibilities of the National Operations Security (OPSEC) Program Office, as described in National Security Presidential Memorandum 28 (NSPM-28).
• Support special projects, as required.
• Assist with development, update, and implementation of SOPs, training aids, guidance, policies, and directives based on current EOs, ICDs, SEADs, Treasury, and internal FinCEN policy; generate administrative correspondence (reports, memoranda, letters, spreadsheets, forms); maintain files; escort security vendors as necessary.
• Update internal databases - SIMS, shared drives/folders, SharePoint, Clearance Tracker, Lenel, TRAKA, and USAccess (HSPD-12); provide training and briefings in the assigned area of expertise; support safety and emergency preparedness (evacuations, fire drills, shelter in place, COOP); provide a bi-weekly office metrics report to the COR.

Description

• Serve as a Physical Security subject matter expert providing technical expertise and interprets security policy guidance.
• Serve in the Registrar / Activator role for the USAccess (HSPD-12) system in order to enroll, print, activate, and issue Personal Identity Verification (PIV) cards as well as perform PIN resets and certificate updates.
• Assist with tracking inventory of GSA Vaults and Containers, changing combinations (X10s), and updating and completing SF700s.
• Issuance / retrieval of keys, PIV cards, and access FOBs.
• Assist with tracking inventory of accountable items to include keys, PIV cards, access FOBs, credentials, badges, radios, and other government furnished equipment.
• Assist with in-processing and out-processing of FinCEN personnel, contractors, detailees, and platformers.
• Conduct reviews / audits of access control and camera system records.
• Work closely with Guard Staff personnel to ensure physical security processes and procedures are followed; support the safety and emergency management programs.
• Assist with the roles and responsibilities of the National Operations Security (OPSEC) Program Office, as described in National Security Presidential Memorandum 28 (NSPM-28).
• Support special projects, as required.
• Assist with development, update, and implementation of SOPs, training aids, guidance, policies, and directives based on current EOs, ICDs, SEADs, Treasury, and internal FinCEN policy; generate administrative correspondence (reports, memoranda, letters, spreadsheets, forms); maintain files; escort security vendors as necessary.
• Update internal databases - SIMS, shared drives/folders, SharePoint, Clearance Tracker, Lenel, TRAKA, and USAccess (HSPD-12); provide training and briefings in the assigned area of expertise; support safety and emergency preparedness (evacuations, fire drills, shelter in place, COOP); provide a bi-weekly office metrics report to the COR.

Pay Range: $123,000 to $136,500 Annually

Requirements

• HS Diploma or Equivalent.
• Hands-on experience in the Physical Security and Information Security disciplines (i.e. technical, physical, derivative classification, operational or signal security; counterintelligence; antiterrorism; counterterrorism; counter-surveillance or surveillance detection; infrastructure protection; force protection; technology protection; industrial security programs; Emergency Management; Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP); Safety and Investigations programs).
• Experience working with access control, surveillance, and intrusion detection systems.
• Working knowledge of implementing government security programs and policies.
• Solid and proven written and verbal communication skills.
• 3-5 years (Mid) of specialized experience in the aforementioned areas of Physical and Information Security with increasing responsibility and complexity.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing in English; basic computer skills; basic experience with Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Possess a final Top Secret personnel security clearance with eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI). Interim clearances of any type will not be accepted.

Preferred Certifications & Education

• U.S. Army Physical Security & Crime Prevention Course, Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) Physical Security Course, or a course of similar nature and length.
• GSA Vaults & Containers Course or a course of similar nature and length.
• Kaba Mas X-10 Digital Lock Certification Course.
• Experience with HSPD-12 (USAccess) Program.
• Experience working with Security Guard services and access control procedures.
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree.