Physical Security Specialist (Kansas City, MO and Washington, DC)
Position Description:
This position requires a minimum of four (4) years professional services experience, of which at least two (2) years must be specialized. Specialized experience includes applications programming, data base management, knowledge of computer equipment and ability to develop complex software to satisfy design objectives. Demonstrated ability to work independently or under minimal direction. Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the level required by the position.
Position Responsibilities:
Qualifications required by candidate will be to understand various U.S. Government security fields to include, but not limited to: (e.g.; technical, physical, cyber), information, personnel, international, operational or signal security, communications security, counterintelligence, antiterrorism, counterterrorism, counterdrug, computer security, surveillance, counter surveillance or surveillance detection, infrastructure protection, force protection, technology protection, information operations, or industrial security programs. Requires subject matter expertise and hands-on experience in one or more security disciplines and experience establishing and implementing complex government security programs and policies. Candidate will perform physical security assessments of critical national infrastructure facilities. Must write concise reports and deliver crisp presentations focusing on physical security vulnerabilities and present recommendations to mitigate vulnerabilities. Must assess all aspects of physical security to include electronic security systems, security and response forces, barriers and fences, and understand relevant threats to facilities. Will work on multi-contractor team to perform assessments. Could supervise other members of team while conducting physical security assessments.
Minimum Education:
Bachelor’s Degree and/or a minimum of four (4) years relevant experience.
In order to be a great fit for our culture candidates:
Need to share our safety-first commitment.
Need to have the ability to receive communications in an emergent situation 24/7.
Should have a positive attitude and excellent work ethic.
Must have both a professional appearance and demeanor.
Should desire to be part of a successful security team.
Should possess problem solving skills and leadership ability.
Be punctual.
EEO/Drug Free Workplace Statement:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. Our company takes affirmative action in support of its policy to and advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.
Our company maintains a drug-free workplace. All offers of employment will be contingent on applicant passing a pre-employment drug screen.