SCIF Inspector III

Markon; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

401(k) match

Flexible Spending Accounts

EAP

Training and Tuition Assistance

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Job summary

Markon is seeking an experienced Senior/Lead Inspector to spearhead multidisciplinary SCIF inspections and ensure ICD 705 compliance across secure facility projects. You will lead teams across physical security, access control, RF/TEMPEST, acoustics, and information systems security disciplines.

Ideal candidates bring TS/SCI with CI poly, a Bachelor's in Engineering or Physical Sciences, and 7+ years of SCIF inspection experience, plus leadership and clear technical reporting abilities.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with CI polygraph.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physical Sciences, or related field; 8 years of directly relevant experience may substitute for a degree
• 7+ years of SCIF inspection experience under ICD 705 and ICD 705-1
• ICD 705 Inspector Training and CDSE CD116 TEMPEST training (NSA-approved)
• Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary inspection activities
• Strong technical writing, quality control, problem-solving, and stakeholder communication skills

Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary SCIF inspection teams and oversee activities across physical security, access control, RF/TEMPEST, acoustics, and information systems security.
• Conduct comprehensive inspections of SCIF construction and facility requirements per ICD 705/705-1 and applicable standards.
• Serve as technical authority for complex inspection findings and recommend corrective actions.
• Review inspection documents and perform quality control of junior inspectors’ reports.
• Mentor Inspector I and II personnel with technical guidance.
• Coordinate with customers, engineers, security professionals, and other stakeholders to resolve compliance issues.
• Support inspections of domestic and OCONUS facilities, including embassies.
• Prepare clear, accurate inspection reports, findings, and technical documentation.

Skills

SCIF inspection

Technical leadership

Technical writing

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Physical Sciences

Job description

Description

Markon is building a talent pool of SCIF Inspector III (Senior/Lead Inspector) professionals to support future Intelligence Community facility and secure construction missions. This pipeline opportunity is intended to identify experienced professionals to lead multidisciplinary inspections of Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs) and ensure compliance with ICD 705, IC 705-1, and applicable security requirements. Selected candidates will be considered for future openings requiring senior-level technical leadership, inspection expertise, and oversight of complex secure facility projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary SCIF inspection teams and oversee inspection activities across physical security, access control, RF/TEMPEST, acoustics, and information systems security disciplines.
• Conduct comprehensive inspections and assessments of SCIF construction and facility requirements in accordance with ICD 705, ICD 705-1, and applicable technical standards.
• Serve as a technical authority for complex or disputed inspection findings and provide recommendations for corrective action and compliance.
• Review inspection documentation and perform quality control of reports and findings prepared by junior inspectors.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to Inspector I and Inspector II personnel.
• Coordinate with customers, engineers, construction teams, security professionals, and other stakeholders to identify and resolve compliance issues.
• Support inspections of domestic and OCONUS facilities, including embassy environments, as required.
• Prepare clear, accurate, and comprehensive inspection reports, findings, and technical documentation.

Qualifications

Required:

• Active TS/SCI clearance with CI polygraph
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physical Sciences, or a related technical field; 8 years of directly relevant experience may substitute for a degree
• 7+ years of SCIF inspection experience under ICD 705 and ICD 705-1
• Proficiency across SCIF inspection disciplines, including physical security, access control, RF/TEMPEST, acoustics, and information systems security
• ICD 705 Inspector Training
• CDSE CD116 (TEMPEST Fundamentals) or NSA-approved TEMPEST training
• Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary inspection activities
• Strong technical writing, quality control, problem-solving, and stakeholder communication skills

Desired:

• Professional Engineer (PE) license or Certified Protection Professional (CPP) certification
• Experience conducting OCONUS and/or embassy SCIF inspections
• Experience serving as the technical authority for complex or disputed inspection findings
• Experience mentoring junior inspectors and performing quality control reviews of inspection reports

Salary Range

USD $160,000.00 - USD $200,000.00 /Yr.The Markon pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Overview

Eager to join a team where your skills are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your impact is profound? Look no further than Markon, a premier consulting firm deeply dedicated to advancing our nation's most critical missions.

At Markon, we don't just offer jobs – we offer opportunities for personal and professional transformation. Empowering our employees to lead, innovate, and excel, we foster an environment where new ideas are not just welcomed but celebrated. As a perennial Washington Post Top Workplace, we prioritize the well-being and success of our team members, ensuring they can bring their best selves to work.

Headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, Markon has garnered national recognition for our unwavering dedication to excellence in serving the intelligence community, as well as federal civilian and defense agencies. Our growing reach extends across 17 states, 116 countries, and 5 continents, where our team of dynamic professionals collaborates to deliver unparalleled program and project management services.

Markon values people and the tremendous impact each individual can make – which is why we’re consistently recognized as one of the best places to work in federal government consulting. Here, you can help solve the nation’s most important challenges, surrounded by colleagues who help you grow, advance, and succeed. We are deeply dedicated to what matters – bringing out the best in each other to advance our clients’ missions.Join us and make a meaningful impact.

Markon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Benefits Offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Training and Tuition Assistance, Paid Time Off, and Holidays