Mid-Level Physical Security Specialist

Serco is seeking a Mid-Level Physical Security Specialist to support the F-35 Joint Program Office (JPO) on-site in Arlington, Virginia. In this role, you will provide critical physical security support to protect personnel, facilities, equipment, materials, and information while ensuring operational readiness and mission success for a key Department of Defense program.

Responsibilities

• Support physical security activities, including facility security documentation, access coordination, records management, and action tracking.
• Maintain physical security files, trackers, reports, and related documentation.
• Coordinate with government and contractor personnel to ensure timely completion of physical security actions.
• Support meeting preparation, reporting, briefings, inspections, data calls, and suspense tracking.
• Review security-related documentation for accuracy, completeness, and consistency.
• Identify process improvements and support disciplined execution of recurring physical security requirements.
• Provide management and oversight to prevent unauthorized access to personnel, equipment, materials, and information, safeguarding them from espionage, sabotage, terrorism, damage, and criminal activity.
• Provide guidance and documentation to facilitate compliance with Department of Defense and Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) requirements.
• Maintain and update the Occupant Emergency Plan, Criticality Assessment, Program Evacuation Plan, and security portions of the Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP).
• Support secure area accreditation activities from pre-construction through de-accreditation.
• Maintain and track F-35 JPO-sponsored facility accreditation letters.
• Complete and maintain Fixed Facility Checklists and assist with annual facility inspections.
• Coordinate with appropriate offices regarding construction projects and facility alterations.
• Participate in pre-construction meetings and document outcomes.
• Monitor and document construction progress and security-related activities.
• Coordinate and maintain the Antiterrorism/Force Protection (ATFP) Plan.
• Manage, track, and provide required ATFP training for F-35 JPO personnel.
• Provide alarm response support and situation-dictated response actions.
• Schedule alarm maintenance and coordinate semi-annual alarm testing.
• Manage facility key issuance, inventory, and maintenance processes.
• Manage and support security container availability and requirements.
• Monitor, administer, and maintain badge control systems.
• Change, issue, and manage combinations on doors and security containers.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship.
• Active Top Secret Security Clearance.
• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Minimum of three (3) years of relevant professional experience in physical security, facility security, access control, inspections, or related Department of Defense security functions.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Physical Security Certification (PSC) within one year of hire.
• Strong customer service, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work on-site in Arlington, Virginia, Monday through Friday during normal business hours.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working in a secure facility.
• Experience working in a Security Countermeasures environment.
• Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) eligibility or active TS/SCI access.
• Experience supporting security operations within classified or Special Access Program (SAP) environments.
• Experience supporting Department of Defense physical security programs, facility accreditation, inspections, and access control activities.

Desired Skills

• Experience supporting administrative processes and document management within a secure environment.
• Ability to work effectively with government and contractor personnel.
• Experience preparing reports, briefings, presentations, and tracking spreadsheets.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of physical security regulations, facility accreditation processes, and access control procedures.

Schedule

This is a full-time, on-site position in Arlington, Virginia, requiring work Monday through Friday during normal business hours. Up to 10% travel may be required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, with flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract.
• 401(k) plan with employer matching funds.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Optional coverages, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, and ID theft protection.
• Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits.
• Employee Assistance Plan.

Pay

The salary range for this position is provided at the top of the posting and varies based on factors such as scope of the role, relevant experience, job-related knowledge, education, key skills, and geographic market considerations. Eligible positions may also include annual bonuses or long-term incentive opportunities.