Physical Security Specialist (Project Manager)

Pentagon Force Protection Agency • Arlington, VA

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About The Position

The incumbent is assigned to the Physical Security Branch and provides physical security project management at the Pentagon and in the National Capital Region (NCR). The role involves inspecting, analyzing, and evaluating physical security systems and measures, and managing physical security projects and requirements for building occupants and major tenants.

The specialist coordinates and monitors commercial contractors performing security construction and installation, ensuring approved systems are installed in accordance with contracts, Statements of Work (SOWs), and Performance Work Statements (PWSs). The incumbent also coordinates with stakeholders to provide physical security advice and assistance on problems related to security upgrades and initial installations, supporting DoD requirements for protecting assets.

This is a GS-12 position. Applicants must demonstrate qualifying specialized experience, and education cannot substitute for experience. The position requires a Top Secret clearance with SCI and SAP components, a favorable Special Background Investigation adjudication, and DoD Security Fundamentals Professional Certification within two years of the employee's entrance-on-duty or initial assignment date. The employee is designated mission essential.

Requirements

• One year of experience at a level equivalent to at least GS-11 involving application of relevant knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Specialized experience developing risk, threat, and vulnerability assessments related to anti-terrorism.
• Familiarity with security system designs and technologies, including Closed Circuit Television (CCTV), Access Control Systems (ACS), and Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS).
• Experience conducting surveys and inspections to assess physical security and provide recommendations.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance with SCI and SAP components, and receive favorable adjudication of a Special Background Investigation.
• Must obtain DoD Security Fundamentals Professional Certification within two years of the established employee entrance-on-duty date or initial assignment date to the position.
• Must meet applicable time-in-grade, qualification, and education requirements by the announcement closing date; education cannot substitute for experience.
• Must provide a resume no longer than two pages that documents employment months and hours worked per week.
• Must participate in direct deposit and undergo pre-employment and random drug testing.
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary or trial period; the announcement specifies a one-year probationary period.
• Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service or exempt.
• Must comply with the DoD Priority Placement Program.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, analyze, and evaluate physical security systems and measures.
• Manage physical security projects and requirements provided to building occupants and major tenants.
• Coordinate and monitor commercial contractors performing security construction and installation.
• Ensure approved security systems are installed as specified in contracts, Statements of Work, and Performance Work Statements.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to provide physical security advice and assistance for problems associated with security upgrades or initial installations.
• Support compliance with DoD requirements for protecting and securing assets.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific benefits depend on position type and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed