F-35 JPO COMSEC Engineer
Join General Dynamics IT and be part of a team solving some of the world's most complex technical challenges. We are seeking a Security Specialist – Construction Surveillance Technician to support the F-35 program at CONUS SAPF and SCIF construction sites.
The F-35 Joint Program Office (JPO) leads life-cycle management of the F-35 Lightning II, serving the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, Cooperative Program Partners (CPP), and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) customers across multiple classification levels. The F-35 JPO Security Directorate provides full-spectrum, multi-disciplined security support to protect F-35 technology and information globally.
About the role
Provide on-site construction surveillance support for Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) and Special Access Program Facility (SAPF) construction projects, ensuring compliance with Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) 705, ICS 705-1, and applicable DoD physical security standards.
Responsibilities
- Perform on-site construction surveillance for SAPF and SCIF construction projects in accordance with ICD 705, ICS 705-1, and applicable Technical Specifications for Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities.
- Monitor and document construction activities to ensure compliance with Government-approved construction security plans and ICD 705 requirements; report all discrepancies immediately to the assigned Government Program Security Officer (PSO) or Special Security Officer (SSO).
- Assist with the development of construction security plans, Controlled Area Certificates, fixed facility checklists, and documentation required for SAPF/SCIF accreditation under ICD 705 and ICS 705-1.
- Prepare and maintain construction surveillance records, milestone inspection reports, and daily activity logs in accordance with contract deliverable requirements and zero-rework quality standards.
- Coordinate with construction contractors, subcontractors, and Government personnel on security compliance requirements and construction scheduling activities.
- Support facility pre-accreditation inspections and coordinate corrective action documentation to achieve first-time pass rates before government acceptance.
- Maintain current knowledge of ICD 705, ICS 705-1, and Physical Security Standards for Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities technical specifications to support evolving construction project requirements.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree plus 5 years of additional work experience in physical security, SCIF/SAPF construction, or construction surveillance; OR Associate's Degree plus 7 years of relevant experience; OR 9 years of direct hands-on SCIF/SAPF construction surveillance experience in lieu of degree.
- A minimum of 5 years of experience performing SCIF or SAPF construction surveillance in accordance with ICD 705 and applicable technical specifications.
- Demonstrated knowledge of Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) 705, ICS 705-1, and Physical Security Standards for Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities.
- Experience preparing construction security plans, fixed facility checklists, and accreditation support documentation in support of Government PSO/SSO review and approval.
- Ability to work on active construction sites, including accessing elevated work areas with appropriate personal protective equipment; position requires physical presence on construction site for the duration of active surveillance periods.
- Top Secret/SAR/SCI clearance required.
- US Citizenship required.
Benefits
- Excellent customizable health benefits (Medical, Dental, and Vision).
- 401K with company match.
- Educational Assistance and eLearning.
- Flexible work week where possible.
- Internal mobility team dedicated to employee advancement.
- Rewards and Recognition programs.
- Innovative and collaborative environment.
- Short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness, and business travel and accident insurance.
- Paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, parental, military, bereavement, and jury duty leave.
Pay
The likely salary range for this position is $111,155 - $150,385.
Schedule
- Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
- Travel Required: 10-25%
- Telecommuting Options: Onsite
- Work Location: USA VA Arlington (additional work locations possible)