Security Specialist - PHYSEC (Senior-level)

Prosync•Bath Township, OH

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 position is responsible for protecting 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 and 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 security experience, an active IAT/IAM Level II certification, and a minimum Top Secret/SCI clearance with SAP/SAR eligibility. A Master’s degree or higher is required, or a Bachelor’s degree with four additional years of relevant work experience may be substituted. The employee must be able to obtain and maintain the Physical Security Certification (PSC) within one year of hire. ProSync describes itself as an award-winning, service-disabled veteran-owned defense contracting company supporting DoD and Intelligence Community missions. Benefits include sign-on and quarterly bonuses, health benefits, a 401(k) plan, an employee assistance program, company-sponsored continuing education, paid time off, 11 paid holidays, and flexible work options.

Requirements

Ten or more 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 include Security+, CySA+, SSCP, GICSP, GSEC, CND, CCNA Security, CASP+/SecurityX, CISA, CISSP, GCED, GCIH, CCNP Security, or CCSP.
A minimum Top Secret/SCI security clearance or higher with SAP/SAR eligibility is required.
A 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 supporting 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 to 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.