Physical Security Specialist

STR is seeking an experienced Physical Security Specialist to lead the design, development, and compliance efforts for secure facilities such as SCIFs, SAPFs, and other classified spaces. The role requires expertise in ICD 705 standards, DoD protocols, and national security regulations to manage risks, enforce security measures, and achieve successful accreditations.

As a key member of the security team, you will oversee facility design, documentation, inspections, and training to ensure STR's sensitive operations are conducted in highly secure environments.

Key Responsibilities

Infrastructure & Compliance Leadership

• Develop, implement, and maintain documentation for secure facility design and management, including Construction Security Plans (CSPs), Fixed Facility Checklist (FFCs), and Protected Distribution Systems (PDS), Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), and Access Control System (ACS) procedures.
• Guide and review architectural drawings, schematics, and as-built diagrams to confirm adherence to physical security requirements for SCIFs/SAPFs.
• Collaborate with government representatives, architects, engineers, and contractors to ensure compliance with NISPOM, ICD 705, UL2050, and other security protocols.
• Represent STR during physical security reviews, audits, and accreditation processes for SCIFs, SAPFs, and classified facilities.
• Interpret, and implement DD254s and supporting documentation.

Risk Mitigation & Secure Operations

• Conduct inspections, identify vulnerabilities, and implement solutions such as RF shielding and TEMPEST countermeasures.
• Ensure protection of communication systems by enforcing CNSSAM TEMPEST/1-13 and CNSSI 7003 standards (e.g., Red/Black signal separation).

Incident Management & Training

• Develop and implement emergency preparedness plans, including crisis management strategies.
• Conduct security education programs to train employees and contractors on compliance with classified environment policies.

Key Qualifications

Core Requirements

• 6–8+ years of experience managing/accrediting SCIFs, SAPFs, or collateral spaces under ICD 705 and national security standards.
• Extensive knowledge of RF shielding, TEMPEST, Protected Distribution Systems (PDS), Red/Black signal separation, and physical security frameworks (e.g., CNSSI 7003, UL2050).
• Proven experience creating and managing secure facility documentation (e.g., CSPs, FFCs, security checklists).

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certifications such as CPP or PSP.
• Experience in military, law enforcement, or other security-focused environments.

Physical & Travel Requirements

• Ability to conduct physical inspections, including climbing ladders and lifting to 25 lbs.  Inspections may require working in confined spaces or navigating challenging terrain.
• Travel required up to 25–50% for secure facility assessments and inspections across STR locations.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $135,774 to $186,688

The salary range listed is based on external market data. Offers are based on factors, such as but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, education, training, key skills/critical skills, security clearances, and prevailing market and business conditions.

STR is a growing technology company with locations near Boston, MA, Arlington, VA, near Dayton, OH, Melbourne, FL, and Carlsbad, CA. We specialize in advanced research and development for defense, intelligence, and national security in: cyber; next generation sensors, radar, sonar, communications, and electronic warfare; and artificial intelligence algorithms and analytics to make sense of the complexity that is exploding around us.

STR is committed to creating a collaborative learning environment that supports deep technical understanding and recognizes the contributions and achievements of all team members. Our work is challenging, and we go home at night knowing that we pushed the envelope of technology and made the world safer.

STR is not just any company. Our people, culture, and attitude along with their unique set of skills, experiences, and perspectives put us on a trajectory to change the world. We can't do it alone, though - we need fellow trailblazers. If you are one, join our team and help to keep our society safe! Visit us at www.str.us for more info.

STR is an equal opportunity employer. We are fully dedicated to hiring the most qualified candidate regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the employment process, email us at appassist@str.us and provide your contact info.

Pursuant to applicable federal law and regulations, positions at STR require employees to obtain national security clearances and satisfy the requirements for compliance with export control and other applicable laws.