Physical Security Specialist with Security Clearance

Afognak Native Corporation; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 123,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

Shields Point, LLC, a FinCEN security contractor in Washington, DC, seeks a Mid Level Physical Security Specialist to execute core security duties at FinCEN facilities. Responsibilities include USAccess (HSPD-12) Registrar/Activator tasks to enroll, print, activate, and issue PIV cards, as well as management of keys, PIV cards, and FOBs and inventory control of vaults and containers.

Required are 3–5 years of specialized security experience, HS Diploma, and the ability to communicate effectively

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Serve as a security SME providing technical guidance and policy interpretation.
• Act as Registrar / Activator for USAccess (HSPD-12) to enroll and issue PIV cards.
• Track inventory of GSA vaults, keys, PIV cards, and access FOBs.
• In-/out-processing of FinCEN personnel and contractors; assist with COOP.
• Audit access control and camera system records; coordinate with Guard Staff.
• Develop, update, and implement SOPs and guidance based on policy.
• Update databases and provide bi-weekly metrics reports to the COR.

Skills

Physical Security

Information Security

Access control

Surveillance

Communication skills

Education

HS Diploma

Associate’s or Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft 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 Washington, DC. 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.

• 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.