Construction Surveillance Technician (Commercial)

About the Role

The Construction Surveillance Technician (CST) is responsible for monitoring both cleared and un-cleared personnel to ensure that no clandestine electronic eavesdropping equipment, destructive devices, or unauthorized building materials are installed in the building during all phases of construction at a high-profile client site.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, observe, and interact with construction workers to prevent the introduction of electronic, electrical, mechanical, or any other type of hostile surveillance monitoring devices into finished construction.
• Screen all equipment, materials, and furnishings destined for use in the controlled construction area using X-ray machines and other examination methods.
• Operate proposed inspection equipment.
• Utilize knowledge of construction disciplines, including civil, architectural, mechanical, electrical, and electronic engineering principles.
• Read and analyze designs and blueprints to recognize the architect’s intended use.
• Analyze designs and structural complexities for ulterior purposes not intended by the architect.
• Apply knowledge of Intelligence Community Directive 705 (ICD 705) standards, technical surveillance countermeasures (TSCM), and types of devices used by hostile and friendly intelligence services.
• Write detailed reports and complete analyses of issues, findings, and security situations requiring staff action.
• Maintain daily logs during the tour of duty.
• Perform other duties of similar scope and nature as assigned.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship preferred.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance and maintain other required clearances/access.
• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Two (2) years of experience as a CST for U.S. Government construction security projects.
• Completion of a U.S. Government-approved CST training course.
• Previous experience on construction projects (preferred).

Skills

• Independent decision-making and ability to function with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of security operations and procedures.
• Clear communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to write routine correspondence, logs, and reports.
• Proficiency in following written, oral, and diagrammatic instructions.
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations.
• Adaptability to changing environments and organizational needs.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Basic computer skills, including keyboarding and operating controls.

Working Conditions

• May involve stressful situations and interactions with authorities, executives, clients, and the public.
• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, climbing stairs, and walking on uneven terrain.
• Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds and frequent lifting up to 10 pounds.
• Exposure to inclement weather and environments requiring protective gear.
• Handling sensitive and confidential information.

Pay

$42.00 Hourly

This position is eligible for additional per diem rates depending on location.