Physical Security Specialists

Supreme Court of the United States; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Supreme Court of the United States in Washington, DC is seeking a full-time Security Systems Specialist to support the Marshal's Office - Police Department. The role focuses on security systems integration, intrusion detection, and risk assessments to protect court facilities.

You will train officers and contractors, review plans and drawings, coordinate projects, and prepare reports while collaborating with federal and local law enforcement.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of security systems integration and installation is essential for success in the role.
• Knowledge of intrusion detection systems and devices, locks and locking systems, personnel entry control systems, ballistic protection measures, and asset protection.
• Ability to resolve conflicts between physical security requirements and organizational missions.
• Ability to train officers and contractors on the use of security systems (e.g., duress alarms, home intrusion detection systems, etc.).
• Ability to read and understand plans and engineering drawings and evaluate physical site/facility for potential security deficiencies to recommend security systems for implementation and installation.
• Ability to plan, schedule, and coordinate studies, special projects and assignments.
• Ability to accurately prepare and process a variety of reports, records, and documents.
• Ability to analyze difficult and complex issues and make recommendations for action.
• Ability to develop effective working relationships with Court staff, local, state, and federal law enforcement and security agencies.
• Working knowledge of MS Project or similar project management software.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and with a team to meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to obtain industry standard certifications in physical security and risk/vulnerability assessments.
• Ability to conduct security surveys of residences or facilities and provide feedback and recommendations to improve the security posture of the facility or residence.

Skills

Security systems integration

Intrusion detection systems

Conflict resolution

Training officers

Plan and schedule projects

Reports and documentation

Critical thinking

Stakeholder collaboration

Project management software

Communication skills

Independent and team work

Time management

Certifications in security

Security surveys

Tools

MS Project

Job description

This is a full-time position with the Marshal's Office - Police Department at the Supreme Court of the United States in Washington, D.C.

Closing Date: Tuesday, 11/03/2026, 11:59 PM ET. Please note that this vacancy has a limit of 400 applicants. The job opportunity announcement will automatically close if that limit is reached prior to the closing date.

SPECIAL SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of security systems integration and installation is essential for success in the role.


• Knowledge of intrusion detection systems and devices, locks and locking systems, personnel entry control systems, ballistic protection measures, and asset protection.


• Ability to resolve conflicts between physical security requirements and organizational missions.


• Ability to train officers and contractors on the use of security systems (e.g., duress alarms, home intrusion detection systems, etc.).


• Ability to read and understand plans and engineering drawings and evaluate physical site/facility for potential security deficiencies to recommend security systems for implementation and installation.


• Ability to plan, schedule, and coordinate studies, special projects and assignments.


• Ability to accurately prepare and process a variety of reports, records, and documents.


• Ability to analyze difficult and complex issues and make recommendations for action.


• Ability to develop effective working relationships with Court staff, local, state, and federal law enforcement and security agencies.


• Working knowledge of MS Project or similar project management software.


• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.


• Ability to work independently and with a team to meet deadlines.


• Strong organizational and time-management skills.


• Ability to obtain industry standard certifications in physical security and risk/vulnerability assessments.


• Ability to conduct security surveys of residences or facilities and provide feedback and recommendations to improve the security posture of the facility or residence.