Security Specialist - PHYSEC (Senior-level)

Prosync•Arlington, VA

About The Position

ProSync is seeking a senior-level Physical Security (PHYSEC) Specialist to lead and oversee physical security programs supporting Department of Defense and Intelligence Community missions. The role protects personnel, facilities, classified information, critical infrastructure, and mission-essential resources through physical security planning, risk management, compliance oversight, and vulnerability mitigation. The specialist will serve as a trusted advisor to government leadership and mission stakeholders and as the primary physical security subject matter expert for high-visibility, mission-critical programs. The opportunity is currently in the proposal phase and is expected to be awarded in early 2027. The position requires at least 10 years of relevant experience, an active IAT/IAM Level II certification, and an active Top Secret/SCI clearance or higher with SAP/SAR eligibility. The employee must obtain and maintain a Physical Security Certification (PSC) within one year of hire. A master's degree or higher is required, or a bachelor's degree plus four additional years of relevant work experience may be substituted.

Requirements

At least 10 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; examples listed include Security+, CySA+, SSCP, GICSP, GSEC, CND, CCNA Security, CASP+/SecurityX, CISA, CISSP, GCED, GCIH, CCNP Security, and CCSP.
Must hold a minimum Top Secret/SCI security clearance or higher with SAP/SAR eligibility.
Master’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university, or a bachelor’s degree plus four years of additional relevant work experience.

Responsibilities

Lead physical security programs for classified facilities, mission operations, critical infrastructure, and sensitive government programs.
Develop, implement, and oversee physical security policies, procedures, standards, and protection strategies.
Conduct physical security assessments, vulnerability analyses, and risk evaluations of facilities and operational environments.
Advise government leadership on 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 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 and develop mitigation strategies.
Develop executive-level briefings, risk assessments, reports, and recommendations for senior leadership.
Mentor and guide 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.