Position Information:
BreakForth Solutions is seeking a Lead Physical Security Specialist to join our team of dynamic professionals. This position is contingent upon contract award. We offer 100% paid medical benefits for the employee and a host of other amazing benefits. Please apply today! Essential Functions
- Provide technical support for the client on security systems and other physical security issues. Diagnose issues and coordinate with the appropriate staff (such as Information Technology (IT), Personnel Security, HSPD-12 and client staff) to resolve and confirm completion.
- Create scopes of work (SOWs) for projects and service tickets to have security vendor correct issues and restore complete operation of the security systems.
- Monitor Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) communications network status. Coordinate with the IT staff and monitoring company to resolve communication errors and issues as they occur.
- Complete security design packages including SOWs and drawings. Work with security installer on planning software and hardware upgrades, new installation projects and other security equipment projects.
- Coordinate and cooperate with various IT staff on security system shared interests, to include Personnel Access Control System (PACS) certificate validation, IP CCTV, new equipment/systems testing in lab environment, etc.
- Participate in physical security surveys and inspections, as requested, throughout 94 Districts comprising approximately 300 customer facilities to determine if designated areas meet accepted standards for the safeguarding of life, property, assets and classifiedinformation.
- Assist in drafting results of surveys and inspections to include detailed evaluations and recommendations for review and revision. This includes generation of cost estimates and/or Statements of Work.
- Apply appropriate security standards during building design, upgrade and/or renovation phases prior to occupying new, upgraded, or renovated customer space. Integrate all physical, technical and system security requirements into the overall security design, using AutoCAD, Visio and Microsoft Project.
- Provide assistance to field offices on physical security standards, especially during project development.
- Assists in review of alteration, expansion, and new construction documentation to identify security related items that require revision or further clarification to meet applicable standards.
- Participate in project meetings with Facilities Management, field offices, GSA and their selected building contractors.
- Provide technical assistance on physical security systems troubles and issues to the client. Assistance can be in the form of telephone/email support, remote in capability, or on-site visits.
- Take part in special projects and studies affecting the overall security of customer facilities and property.
- Provide technical support on facility security systems, to include PACS, IDS, IPCTV, intercoms, portals, barriers, duress alarms, x-ray machines, walk-thru metal detectors and emergency call stations.
- Provide daily inspections of all perimeter portals and garage entry systems to ensure proper working order. Inform and advise management of issues and resolutions regarding the building’s security systems.
- Create and manage service request for both in-warranty and out-of-warranty service on all security related systems. Test and verify systems proper working order after repairs or reported incidents.
- Serve as the POC and primary escort for security vendors providing maintenance and service on security systems. Manage and track service history and vendor response on all related systems.
- Provide input and support the Government's development of Statements of Work and Sources Sought for critical systems maintenance contracts. Provide support to develop specifications, drawings and quotes for security system up-grades and modifications.
- Advise and instruct Justice Protective Service Officers on the proper procedures for operating related system.
Education/Skills/Experience Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree with 10 years of experience
- If no bachelor's degree, 15 years of relevant physical security experience designing, engineering, programming and installation of complex physical security systems operations and installations composed of networked access control, closed circuit TV, intercoms, vehicle barriers, duress alarms, and other ancillary systems.
- Top Secret Required
BreakForth Solutions Incorporated is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other basis covered by applicable law.Salary will commensurate with experience.
75000.00 To 125000.00 (USD) Annually
