Physical Security Analyst

RAND • Washington, DC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Security Analyst is an individual contributor who supports delivery of RAND’s physical security program across unclassified spaces, closed areas, and Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs). The role helps protect RAND’s people, facilities, assets, and classified information while maintaining a secure, compliant, and service-oriented environment. Working closely with the Physical Security Manager, the analyst assesses risks, supports access-control and security-system operations, coordinates with the contract guard force, and identifies practical improvements to policies, procedures, and facility safeguards.

The position is based in RAND’s Washington, DC, office and requires onsite support five days per week, Monday through Friday, generally from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Remote and hybrid arrangements are not available. The role may require occasional after-hours support and up to 15% travel between RAND offices. Candidates must hold and maintain an active Top Secret security clearance and be able to obtain and maintain SCI eligibility.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of ICD 705 Technical Specifications, 32 CFR Part 117, and physical security requirements applicable to classified facilities and SCIFs.
• Knowledge of access-control, intrusion-detection, and CCTV systems.
• Experience supporting physical security operations in unclassified, classified, and/or SCIF environments.
• Experience administering access-control databases and verifying personnel clearances and access authorizations.
• Knowledge of Communications Security (COMSEC) requirements and procedures.
• Ability to independently evaluate security risks, recommend corrective actions, and troubleshoot complex technical problems.
• Experience coordinating assignments for contract security guards.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with close attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and relevant security tools.
• Ability to prepare security documentation, SOPs, checklists, reports, and audit materials.
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Must hold and maintain an active Top Secret security clearance and be able to obtain and maintain SCI eligibility.
• Bachelor’s degree in Security Management, Criminal Justice, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
• With a bachelor’s degree, at least five years of relevant experience in physical security operations, access-control systems, classified facility security, security systems administration, or a related security discipline.
• Without a bachelor’s degree, at least nine years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and maintain compliance with NISPOM, 32 CFR Part 117, ICD 705, applicable NIST 800-171 physical security requirements, STIGs, and other applicable requirements.
• Conduct physical security risk assessments, identify facility vulnerabilities, and recommend and implement mitigation strategies.
• Prepare and review security documentation, fixed-facility checklists, and standard operating procedures for government audits, inspections, and assessments.
• Analyze physical security metrics and recommend improvements to operational effectiveness and compliance.
• Oversee access control for unclassified, classified, and SCIF areas.
• Operate and administer the Access Control System (ACS) database, maintaining accuracy and compliance with security procedures.
• Enroll personnel into security systems and issue corporate and government-mandated identification badges.
• Verify security clearances and access authorizations for employees, contractors, and visitors, and resolve access-related discrepancies.
• Evaluate access-control procedures and recommend improvements to facility security.
• Monitor and program facility Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) and Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) networks, identifying and addressing deficiencies.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance and emergency repairs for alarms, cameras, electronic locks, and related security equipment.
• Troubleshoot complex security-system hardware and software issues with external integration vendors.
• Review and analyze system logs and archived video footage to investigate security incidents or anomalies and recommend corrective actions.
• Help coordinate assignments and operational needs for the contract security guard force.
• Support company events to help ensure the security and safety of facilities and visitors.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Savings plan
• Paid time-off
• RAND sabbatic pay, providing additional compensation above base pay when vacation is taken

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level