Job Description

Physical Security Specialist
Location: McLean, VA

Clearance: TS/SCI w/ Poly

Position Overview

We are seeking Physical Security Specialists across multiple discipline levels to design, implement, and maintain physical security measures that protect SCIFs and ensure compliance with federal standards, including ICD 705. This role requires expertise in access control, intrusion detection, inspections, and SCIF accreditation processes.

Key Responsibilities

• SCIF Security Design & Compliance
  • Design, implement, and maintain physical security systems for SCIFs.
  • Certify compliance with ICD 705 standards for construction, accreditation, and management of SCIFs.
• Inspections, Audits & Corrective Actions
  • Conduct inspections and audits to verify SCIF integrity and accreditation.
  • Identify vulnerabilities and implement corrective actions in coordination with stakeholders.
• Training & Accreditation Management
  • Provide training and briefings on SCIF access procedures, security protocols, and physical standards.
  • Manage compliance documentation to support SCIF accreditation and ongoing reviews.
• Collaboration & Risk Mitigation
  • Work with internal teams, contractors, and federal partners to mitigate risks and ensure operational continuity.

Success Factors

The ideal candidate will be:

• Security-Savvy & Standards-Focused Expert in ICD 705 and SCIF security requirements.
• Detail-Oriented & Compliance-Driven Maintains accurate records and ensures full regulatory compliance.
• Proactive & Risk-Oriented Anticipates vulnerabilities and implements effective solutions.
• Collaborative & Mission-Focused Partners with stakeholders to align SCIF security with mission needs.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelors degree in Security Management, Criminal Justice, or related field.
• 015+ years of experience in physical security, SCIF management, or facility security (multi-discipline levels available).
• Knowledge of ICD 705 standards, access control, and intrusion detection systems.
• Experience conducting SCIF inspections, audits, and accreditation.

Preferred

• Experience supporting ODNI, IC, or DoD physical security programs.
• Security certifications such as SFPC, ISP, or CPP.

Why Join JMark?

At JMark, physical security protects mission integrity. As a Physical Security Specialist, you will safeguard SCIFs, ensure compliance with federal standards, and maintain the secure environments essential to national security operations.

JMark Services is a direct recipient of federal contracts and associated funding. Our company is therefore required to follow the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, with the provision of a drug-free workplace. Federal law prohibits the use of marijuana, even for medicinal purposes, under the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988. JMark Services Inc. prohibits the use of medicinal marijuana use, as well as recreational use. This is our company policy for all current and incoming employees.

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