Security Operations Specialist (Physical Security)

Parsons Oman; Centreville (VA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Security Operations Specialist to join their team. This role focuses on assessing and enhancing the survivability of critical U.S. Air Force systems and infrastructures. You will conduct comprehensive evaluations, identify vulnerabilities, and provide actionable recommendations to mitigate risks. With opportunities for travel both within and outside the continental U.S., you will play a vital role in safeguarding mission-critical assets. If you're passionate about security and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

Life insurance

Flexible schedules

Holidays

Qualifications

• Experience in conducting assessments for mission-critical infrastructure.
• Ability to provide recommendations to mitigate risks.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments of installations to protect personnel and assets.
• Review security operations and systems for weaknesses.

Skills

Knowledge of security needs for mission-critical infrastructure

Experience with DoD Security Directives

Understanding of DoD and Air Force force protection

Knowledge of security management and operations

Ability to conduct vulnerability and risk assessments

Active Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility

Ability to travel up to 25% annually

Valid US passport

Job description

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Job Description:

Parsons is seeking a talented Security Operations Specialist (Physical Security) to join our team. In this role, you will perform integrated, multidisciplinary assessments to evaluate the survivability of critical U.S. Air Force mission systems, infrastructures, and assets.

The Air Force Mission Assurance Assessment Team requires specialized technical, analytical, and investigative support to conduct comprehensive assessments of installations and/or facilities.

This role offers the opportunity to travel within the continental U.S. (CONUS) and outside the continental U.S. (OCONUS) to assess vital Air Force systems and infrastructure, ensuring their survivability against threats or attacks. It provides a chance to travel around the world and contribute to protecting mission-critical infrastructure.

What You'll Be Doing:

1. Conduct assessments of installation and facility’s ability to protect personnel, critical assets, and missions from physical attacks, including deterrence, detection, defense, and response capabilities.
2. Assess identified assets and supporting infrastructure to identify vulnerabilities that could pose risks to missions.
3. Provide recommendations to mitigate risks and prevent or reduce damage to mission-critical systems.
4. Review physical security posture, security operations, security systems, access controls, electronic security measures, insider threat mitigation, and response capabilities for weaknesses.
5. Utilize expertise in risk management, security operations, and advanced security technologies.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

1. Knowledge of security needs for mission-critical infrastructure, including network/data centers, telecommunications, airfields, nuclear systems, and defense industrial bases.
2. Experience with DoD Security Directives and their development and implementation within the Air Force.
3. Understanding of DoD and Air Force force protection and antiterrorism programs and requirements.
4. Knowledge of security management, operations, and system analysis.
5. Ability to conduct pre-assessment activities, onsite vulnerability and risk assessments, and post-assessment reporting.
6. Active Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility.
7. Ability to travel up to 25% annually.
8. Valid US passport.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

1. Assessment skills and technical support capabilities.
2. Ability to provide SME assistance, design review, and technical support to teams.

Minimum Clearance Required:

Top Secret

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team, supporting US government missions globally in defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental sectors.

Compensation & Benefits:

Salary Range: $72,900 - $127,600

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible schedules, and holidays.

Additional Information:

The position will be posted for at least 3 days and up to 30 days until filled or canceled. Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We invest in our employees' wellbeing and growth. Join us—APPLY TODAY!

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