Physical Security Specialist

SYSTEM HIGH CORPORATION • Huntsville, AL

8d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled Physical Security Specialist to support the supported Agency’s Physical Security Program. In this critical contractor role, you will ensure the physical and electronic security of vital CONUS and OCONUS facilities through expert design review, infrastructure oversight, and comprehensive site surveys. If you possess a strong background in DoD security compliance and are ready to safeguard critical assets, we invite you to apply. Embedded within the supported Agency’s Physical Security Program, the contractor shall:
Program Planning & Policy: Support the planning and assessment of the Supported Agency Physical Security Program by collaborating with inter-agency teams, recommending improvements, and developing policies, plans, and training materials.
Design & Construction Review: Review construction and renovation designs (e.g., MILCON, GSA leases) for security compliance at Supported Agency sites, Controlled Facilities, and Open Storage areas, and submit assessments via design comment matrices.
Infrastructure Oversight: Evaluate physical and electronic security installations at CONUS/OCONUS sites by reviewing contractor and US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) submittals and observing field execution for technical compliance.
Site Surveys: Plan, execute, and conduct follow-up Physical Security Site Surveys for controlled facility designation and Open Storage Area (OSA) accreditation/decertification (up to Top Secret), ensuring all documentation aligns with DoD and Supported Agency guidance.
Electronic Security Systems (ESS): Develop, coordinate, and disseminate ESS Performance Verification, Testing, and Acceptance (PVT&A) documentation, including alarm test reports and logs.

Requirements

• 12+ years working on missile defense-related or other complex, large DoD program / project
• Works independently and/or leads teams to analyze and resolve problems
• Must be able to provide daily supervision and direction to support teams
• 5 years’ experience coordinating policy/technical issues with outside agencies/OSD level coordination
• In-depth knowledge of DoD physical security regulations (e.g., DoD Manual 5200.01 Vol 3, DoD 5200.08-R) and facility construction standards (e.g., Unified Facilities Criteria / UFC).
• Inspection skills that include identifying requirements, assessing compliance, and proper reporting techniques
• Strong technical writing and interpersonal communication skills.
• Secret to TS with SCI eligibility

Responsibilities

• Support the planning and assessment of the Supported Agency Physical Security Program by collaborating with inter-agency teams, recommending improvements, and developing policies, plans, and training materials.
• Review construction and renovation designs (e.g., MILCON, GSA leases) for security compliance at Supported Agency sites, Controlled Facilities, and Open Storage areas, and submit assessments via design comment matrices.
• Evaluate physical and electronic security installations at CONUS/OCONUS sites by reviewing contractor and US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) submittals and observing field execution for technical compliance.
• Plan, execute, and conduct follow-up Physical Security Site Surveys for controlled facility designation and Open Storage Area (OSA) accreditation/decertification (up to Top Secret), ensuring all documentation aligns with DoD and Supported Agency guidance.
• Develop, coordinate, and disseminate ESS Performance Verification, Testing, and Acceptance (PVT&A) documentation, including alarm test reports and logs.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior