Supervisory Physical Security Specialist
About The Position
This position is located at Fort Wainwright, Alaska, and is a direct-hire solicitation. The incumbent oversees physical security programs, advises employees and management on policies and procedures, and serves as the primary advisor on physical security equipment. The role is designated Inclement Weather Essential and Mission Essential, requiring the incumbent to make every effort to report to work during severe weather and to report during contingency operations, natural disasters, extreme weather, and other emergencies. The position requires a Personnel Security Investigation and eligibility for a Tier 3 security investigation or access for the duration of employment. Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination. The incumbent must complete the Security Fundamentals Professional Certification within the first two years of employment, maintain a valid stateside driver's license, and complete required medical and immunization screening. A one-year supervisory probationary period applies; a one-year probationary period also applies if the selectee has not previously met that requirement.
Requirements
- U.S. citizenship.
- One year of specialized experience advising on or implementing physical security protection policies or procedures, conducting security inspections, and assisting in developing or coordinating physical security programs; or qualifying graduate education; or an eligible combination of education and experience.
- Ability to obtain and maintain eligibility for a Tier 3 security investigation or access for the duration of employment.
- Successful completion of a background investigation and credit check; a Personnel Security Investigation is required.
- A valid stateside driver's license that is maintained.
- Obtain the Security Fundamentals Professional Certification within the first two years of employment.
- Complete a pre-placement medical examination and required immunization screening; Hepatitis B immunization is required for positions with direct patient contact.
- Consent to seasonal influenza vaccination or provide a recognized exemption.
- Complete a one-year supervisory probationary period; a one-year probationary period is also required if not previously completed.
- Applicants using foreign education must provide an evaluation showing it is equivalent to accredited U.S. education, or that full course credit was granted by an accredited U.S. college or university.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the development and maintenance of physical security standard operating procedures and ensure compliance across departments and tenant activities.
- Manage key and lock control programs and process waiver or exception requests as required.
- Evaluate position sensitivity requirements to minimize positions requiring access to classified or sensitive information.
- Maintain awareness of current security and intelligence information and conduct analysis to support threat awareness and assessment.
- Advise and counsel employees regarding management policies, procedures, and directives.
- Explain performance expectations to employees and provide regular feedback on strengths and weaknesses.
- Serve as the primary advisor on physical security equipment, including intrusion detection, access control, and surveillance systems.
Benefits
- Pay retention may be afforded to selected candidates from the contiguous United States if their basic rate of pay would otherwise be reduced.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
