Physical Security Specialist III

System High Corporation; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

System High Corporation in Huntsville, AL is seeking a highly skilled Physical Security Specialist III to support the DoD Physical Security Program. In this contractor role, you will ensure both physical and electronic security of CONUS and OCONUS facilities through design review, oversight, and site surveys.

You will collaborate with inter-agency teams, review MILCON designs, oversee security installations, conduct site surveys up to Top Secret, and develop ESS PVT&A documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in a security-related field.
• 8+ years on missile defense or large DoD program experience.
• Ability to work independently or lead sub-teams to analyze and resolve problems.
• Clearance: Secret to TS with SCI eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Plan, assess, and support the Physical Security Program with inter-agency teams and develop policies, plans, and training materials.
• Review construction and renovation designs (MILCON, GSA leases) for security compliance at sites and submit assessments.
• Evaluate physical and electronic security installations by reviewing submittals and observing field execution for compliance.
• Plan, execute, and document Physical Security Site Surveys for facility designation and Open Storage Areas up to Top Secret.
• Develop, coordinate, and disseminate ESS PVT&A documentation, including alarm test reports and logs.

Skills

Security program experience

Design review

Site surveys

Independent work / leadership

Education

Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree relevant to Security/CI fields

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Huntsville, AL 35808, Position Type: Contractor, Physical Security Specialist III

We are seeking a highly skilled Physical Security Specialist to support the supported Agency’s Physical Security Program. In this critical contractor role, you will ensure the physical and electronic security of vital CONUS and OCONUS facilities through expert design review, infrastructure oversight, and comprehensive site surveys. If you possess a strong background in DoD security compliance and are ready to safeguard critical assets, we invite you to apply.

• Program Planning & Policy: Support the planning and assessment of the Supported Agency Physical Security Program by collaborating with inter-agency teams, recommending improvements, and developing policies, plans, and training materials.
• Design & Construction Review: Review construction and renovation designs (e.g., MILCON, GSA leases) for security compliance at Supported Agency sites, Controlled Facilities, and Open Storage areas, and submit assessments via design comment matrices.
• Infrastructure Oversight: Evaluate physical and electronic security installations at CONUS/OCONUS sites by reviewing contractor and US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) submittals and observing field execution for technical compliance.
• Site Surveys: Plan, execute, and conduct follow-up Physical Security Site Surveys for controlled facility designation and Open Storage Area (OSA) accreditation/decertification (up to Top Secret), ensuring all documentation aligns with DoD and Supported Agency guidance.
• Electronic Security Systems (ESS): Develop, coordinate, and disseminate ESS Performance Verification, Testing, and Acceptance (PVT&A) documentation, including alarm test reports and logs.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree relevant to the Security/CI fields preferred
• Experience: 8+ years working on missile defense-related or other complex, large DoD program / project
• Works independently and / or leads sub-teams to analyze and resolve problems
• Clearance: Secret to TS with SCI eligibility

Additional Information

This job description is not designed to cover or contain all job duties required of the employee. There may be additional activities, duties and/or responsibilities that are required for this position that are not listed in this job description.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

System High is a Military friendly employer. Our extensive work on behalf of the U.S. government offers those who have served in uniform an opportunity to continue to serve their country in a new and exciting way while enjoying a successful civilian career.

System High values the power and strength of diverse backgrounds on the culture and performance of our company. We strive to maintain an inclusive culture to encourage each employee to bring their whole self to the mission.

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