Physical Security Specialist with Security Clearance

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

Job summary

Shields Point, LLC, a FinCEN security contractor, seeks a Mid-Level Physical Security Specialist in Vienna, VA. You will perform USAccess Registrar/Activator duties, enroll PIV cards, manage keys and credentials, and conduct access and camera audits to support nationwide security operations.

The role requires 3–5 years in security, strong communication, and a Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility, along with experience in vaults, containers, and government property control.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent required.
• 3–5 years mid-level experience in Physical/Information Security.
• Experience with access control, surveillance, and intrusion systems.
• Ability to communicate in English, strong written and verbal skills.
• Final Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as USAccess Registrar/Activator to enroll, print, activate, and issue PIV cards; perform PIN resets and certificate updates.
• Assist with inventory tracking of GSA Vaults/Containers, changing combinations, SF700s.
• Issuance/retrieval of keys, PIV cards, and access FOBs.
• Track inventory of accountable items (keys, PIV, FOBs, badges, radios, gear).
• Assist in in-processing/out-processing of FinCEN personnel and contractors.
• Audit access control and camera system records.
• Collaborate with Guard Staff to enforce security procedures; support safety programs.
• Assist NSPM-28 roles within OPSEC program office.
• Support development of SOPs, training aids, and directives.
• Update SIMS, SharePoint, Clearance Tracker, Lenel, TRAKA, and USAccess; provide training; bi-weekly metrics.

Skills

Physical Security

Information Security

Security Policy

Communication Skills

MS Office

Education

HS Diploma or Equivalent

Associate/Bachelor’s degree

Tools

USAccess (HSPD-12)

Lenel

TRAKA

SIMS

SharePoint

MS Office

Job description

POSITION OVERVIEW AND PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS):

Shields Point, LLC a subsidiary of Alutiiq, LLC has an opprotunity for an Physical Security Specialist-Mid Level in Vienna, VA. The Physical Security Specialist-Mid Level is the core physical security execution at both FinCEN facilities: USAccess (HSPD-12) Registrar/Activator duties (enroll, print, activate, issue PIV cards, PIN resets, certificate updates), GSA vault and container inventory with X-10 combination changes and SF-700s, issuance and retrieval of keys/PIV/FOBs, accountable property inventories, in- and out-processing, and access control and camera record audits with the Guard Staff.

Responsibilities: * 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

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

* 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.