Construction Surveillance Technician (CST) | TS/SCI CI-Poly

IDS International•Fairfield, CA
•Onsite

About The Position

The Construction Surveillance Technician (CST) supports construction security operations in a cleared environment. The role controls site access, monitors construction personnel and activities, documents security-related findings, communicates with site leadership, and reports inspection milestones and incidents. The CST works at an active construction site and is responsible for maintaining security compliance and detailed records of activities. Candidates who are not already CST certified may be considered for IDS International’s virtual CST training and certification program before beginning an assignment. The program prepares selected candidates to apply ICD-705 requirements, support secure construction activities, identify security risks, and perform CST procedures. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with 40 hours per week guaranteed. Overtime is required based on client needs, with a stated range of 40–50 hours per week. Compensation is $37.00 per hour, plus daily non-taxable per diem for meals and incidental expenses and lodging; the position is bonus eligible. Health coverage, 401(k), paid time off and sick leave, and paid holidays are available to W2 employees of IDS.

Requirements

  • Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance with Counterintelligence Polygraph (CI-Poly).
  • U.S. citizenship.
  • At least 21 years of age; the posting identifies this as a government requirement.
  • High school diploma or GED equivalent.
  • Experience using alarm systems, metal detectors, X-ray devices, and closed-circuit television systems.
  • Ability to provide continuous surveillance of construction personnel and activities.
  • Ability to document screenings, findings, and security logs.
  • Ability to conduct inspections of secured and unsecured areas and materials.
  • Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and move throughout secure facilities for extended periods.
  • Ability to occasionally lift or move moderate amounts of weight, depending on assignment requirements.
  • Regular and predictable attendance is essential.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience using alarm systems, metal detectors, X-ray devices, and closed-circuit television systems.
  • Ability to provide continuous surveillance of construction personnel and activities.
  • Ability to document screenings, findings, and security logs.
  • Ability to conduct inspections of secured and unsecured areas and materials.
  • Existing CST certification; qualified candidates who are not certified may be considered for the company’s CST training and certification program.

Responsibilities

  • Control access to the construction site.
  • Screen and escort personnel, materials, and tools entering or leaving the site.
  • Monitor construction workers and activities throughout assigned shifts.
  • Maintain communication with the Program Manager and site lead.
  • Submit daily reports and photographs documenting construction progress.
  • Track and report the status of security inspection milestones.
  • Produce daily logs of activities and events.
  • Report security incidents and anomalies, including counterintelligence concerns, to the SSM.
  • Conduct inspections and provide inspection reports, including photographic documentation.

Benefits

  • Daily non-taxable per diem for meals and incidental expenses and lodging.
  • Bonus eligibility.
  • Health benefits.
  • 401(k).
  • Paid time off and sick leave.
  • Paid holidays.
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