Security Specialist - PHYSEC (Senior-level)

Prosync; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonuses

Quarterly bonuses

Health benefits

401K retirement

Job summary

ProSync Technology Group, LLC is seeking a Senior-Level Physical Security (PHYSEC) Specialist to lead and oversee physical security programs supporting DoD and IC missions. The role protects personnel, facilities, and classified information through risk-based planning, compliance, and mitigation.

The candidate will advise senior leadership, oversee audits and corrective actions, and ensure security requirements across projects.

Qualifications

• Ten+ years in physical security, force protection, or related disciplines.
• Experience with DoD/IC security policies and facilities.
• Ability to obtain PSC within 1 year of hire.
• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with SAP/SAR eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Lead physical security programs supporting classified facilities, operations, infrastructure, and government programs.
• Develop, implement, and oversee physical security policies and protection strategies.
• Conduct comprehensive physical security assessments, vulnerability analyses, and risk evaluations.
• Provide recommendations to leadership on facility protection and risk mitigation.
• Oversee compliance with DoD, IC, and agency requirements.
• Lead security inspections, self-assessments, and corrective actions.
• Evaluate designs and construction projects to embed security requirements.
• Coordinate security activities with government customers, engineers, and facilities teams.

Skills

Security program management

Risk assessment

DoD/IC security knowledge

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Education

Master’s degree

Bachelor’s degree + 4 years substituted

Job description

*This opportunity is currently in the proposal phase and is set to be awarded in early 2027.*

ProSync is seeking a passionate Senior-Level Physical Security (PHYSEC) Specialist to lead and oversee physical security programs supporting Department of Defense and Intelligence Community missions. This position serves as a senior security professional responsible for protecting personnel, facilities, classified information, critical infrastructure, and mission-essential resources through comprehensive physical security planning, risk management, compliance oversight, and vulnerability mitigation. The ideal candidate possesses extensive experience managing complex physical security programs and serving as a trusted advisor to government leadership and mission stakeholders.

ProSync Technology Group, LLC (ProSync) is an award-winning, SDVOSB Defense Contracting company with a strong military heritage and a record of excellence in supporting the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community. If you have prior military service or government contracting experience, are proud to serve and support our nation, and want to help support ProSync’s mission to “Define and Redefine the State of Possible,”

RESPONSIBILITIES

A Senior-Level Physical Security (PHYSEC) Specialist will be tasked with the following:

• Lead physical security programs supporting classified facilities, mission operations, critical infrastructure, and sensitive government programs.

• Develop, implement, and oversee physical security policies, procedures, standards, and protection strategies.

• Conduct comprehensive physical security assessments, vulnerability analyses, and risk evaluations of facilities and operational environments.

• Provide expert recommendations to government leadership regarding facility protection, risk mitigation, and security enhancement initiatives.

• Oversee compliance with DoD, Intelligence Community, and agency-specific physical security requirements.

• Lead security inspections, self-assessments, compliance reviews, and corrective action programs.

• Evaluate facility designs, renovations, and construction projects to ensure physical security requirements are incorporated throughout the project lifecycle.

• Support the accreditation and protection of controlled areas, restricted areas, classified environments, and other secure facilities.

• Coordinate physical security activities with government customers, engineers, facility managers, law enforcement personnel, and security stakeholders.

• Analyze security incidents, threats, vulnerabilities, and operational risks to develop effective mitigation strategies.

• Develop executive-level briefings, risk assessments, reports, and recommendations for senior leadership.

• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior and mid-level security personnel.

• Support emergency management, continuity planning, force protection initiatives, and mission assurance efforts.

• Serve as the primary physical security subject matter expert for high-visibility and mission-critical programs.

• Ten (10) or more years of experience supporting physical security, force protection, facility security, military security, law enforcement, critical infrastructure protection, or related security disciplines.

• Extensive experience conducting facility security assessments, vulnerability assessments, and security compliance evaluations.

• Strong understanding of DoD physical security policies, Intelligence Community security requirements, and government facility protection standards.

• Experience supporting secure facilities, classified environments, SCIFs, Special Access Programs (SAPs), or other high-security programs.

• Demonstrated ability to evaluate risks and develop comprehensive security solutions for complex operational environments.

• Experience advising senior leadership on physical security matters and protection strategies.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and stakeholder engagement abilities.

• Ability to obtain and maintain the Physical Security Certification (PSC) within one year of hire.

• Must hold an active IAT/IAM Level II certification. (i.e. Security+, CySA+, SSCP, GICSP, GSEC, CND, CCNA Security, CASP+/SecurityX, CISA, CISSP, GCED, GCIH, CCNP Security, CCSP, etc.)

• A minimum Top Secret/SCI security clearance or higher with SAP/SAR eligibility is required to be considered for this position.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• A Master’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university (OR) a Bachelor’s Degree plus 4 years of additional relevant work experience may be substituted.

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Compensation

• We offer sign on bonuses! We also offer bonuses that are awarded quarterly to our employees and our compensation rates are highly competitive.

Health & Retirement

• We offer a comprehensive Health Benefits package and 401K retirement plan so you can take care of yourself and your family, now and in the future. Other health-related benefits include an employee assistance program for those difficult times or when you need to take care of your mental health.

Education

• Individual growth is a priority at ProSync. Employees are encouraged to take advantage of our company-sponsored continuing education program so they can get their degree or that next certification they need to propel them to the next level.

Work/Life Balance

• A healthy work/life balance is essential for building and executing your work effectively at ProSync, but it’s also necessary to allow you the room to pursue everything else you want to develop in your personal life. We offer generous Paid Time Off and 11 paid holidays a year. ProSync also provides flexible work options that work with your schedule and lifestyle.