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SCIF Manager / Physical Security Specialist

Strategic Growth Partners24 open roles

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$80,000 – $90,000 a year
Where
Doral, FL
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Strategic Growth Partners provides both operations and strategic support to Tribal 8(a) and commercial organizations. Our client is a family of SBA-certified Native American Tribal 8(a) and multi-certified companies delivering IT, management consulting, and general construction solutions to the Federal Government and commercial sector.

They are seeking an experienced SCIF Manager / Physical Security Specialist to support the security mission at U.S. Southern Command (USSOUTHCOM) in Doral, Florida. This position is responsible for the overall physical security, operational readiness, compliance, and accreditation maintenance of Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs), Tactical SCIFs (TSCIFs), and Temporary Secure Working Areas (TSWAs) in accordance with Intelligence Community Directives (ICD 705), DoD 5105.21, and USSOUTHCOM security policies.

Location: USSOUTHCOM Headquarters, Doral, FL.

Workplace Type: Onsite.

Employment Type: Full-Time.

Security Clearance: Active Top Secret with SCI eligibility (TS/SCI)

Travel: Occasional local or mission-directed travel may be required

Compensation: $80,000 – $90,000 per year

Key Responsibilities & Core Functions

1. SCIF, TSCIF, and TSWA Accreditation & Lifecycle Management (PWS 5.4.7.1)

- Maintain and organize all facility files, historical accreditation documentation, and local databases for permanent SCIFs, Tactical SCIFs (TSCIFs), and Temporary Secure Working Areas (TSWAs).

- Coordinate, prepare, and maintain Co-Utilization Agreements (CUAs) and Memorandums of Agreement/Understanding (MOA/MOU) with tenant and mission partner organizations.

- Author and submit Preconstruction Checklists, Fixed Facility Checklists (FFCs), and Construction Security Plans (CSPs) in coordination with the Site Security Manager (SSM) and Accrediting Official (AO).

- Prepare formal security correspondence, authorizations, and message traffic using the Record Message Traffic (RMT) / Automated Message Handling System (AMHS).

- Maintain, track, and update physical facility security information within the System for Anti-terrorism and Security Operations (SASO) and command databases.

2. Electronic Security Systems (ESS) Oversight & Testing (PWS 5.4.7.2)

- Plan, coordinate, and conduct mandatory semi-annual testing of Electronic Security Systems (ESS) across all secure spaces and SCIFs.

- Conduct comprehensive functional testing of:

- Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) and premature duress alarms.

- Balanced Magnetic Switches (BMS) on vault doors, perimeter entryways, and emergency exits.

- PIR Motion Detectors and boundary sensors to ensure zero dead-zones or line-of-sight obstructions.

- Maintain complete, auditable written logs and diagnostic status records for all ESS components.

- Deliverable Requirement: Compile and submit the formal ESS Test Results and Device Status Report to the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) or Contracting Officer (KO) semi-annually within five (5) working days of testing completion.

3. Missing / Standard Industry SCIF Functions (Operational Enhancements)

- Access Control & Key/Combo Management:

- Administer automated access control systems (ACS), cipher locks, and GSA-approved high-security locks (e.g., X-09, X-10, S&G 2740).

- Manage combination changes upon departure of cleared personnel, semi-annually, or following any security incident/compromise.

- Maintain master access rosters, visitor control logs, and foreign national/uncleared escort protocols.

- Emergency Action & Standard Operating Procedures:

- Draft, review, and maintain facility-specific Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Emergency Action Plans (EAPs) for evacuation, natural disasters, active threat, and emergency destruction.

- Conduct periodic emergency destruction drills and security awareness briefs for assigned SCIF occupants.

- Inspections, Audits, and Countermeasures:

- Conduct internal quarterly physical security spot-checks and annual comprehensive self-inspections to ensure continuous accreditation readiness.

- Assist government security leadership during Staff Assistance Visits (SAVs) and formal DIA/DoD security audits.

- Track and resolve physical security deficiencies; manage remediation milestones and compensatory measures until formal mitigation.

- TEMPEST & Secure Acoustic Controls:

- Validate and enforce sound transmission class (STC) ratings, acoustic masking/sound dampening systems, and perimeter penetration seals.

- Monitor equipment placement to adhere to RED/BLACK TEMPEST separation requirements and technical security guidance.

4. Contract Administration & Compliance (PWS 5.5)

- Comply with mandatory Service Contract Reporting (SCR) protocols:

- Track and record all contractor and subcontractor direct labor hours executed under the contract via the designated secure reporting portal.

- Complete inputs covering the government fiscal year (FY) period of performance (October 1 through September 30) within the required timeline.

Qualifications & Requirements

Required Education & Experience:

- Clearance: Active Top Secret with current eligibility for Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI); must be willing and eligible to undergo a Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph examination.

- Education: High School Diploma / GED required; Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Homeland Security, Criminal Justice, Information Systems, or a related discipline preferred.

- Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years of specialized experience in DoD or Intelligence Community (IC) physical security administration and SCIF management.

Specialized Knowledge & Skills:

- Demonstrated, practical working knowledge of:

- ICD 705 (Technical Specifications for Construction and Management of Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities).

- DoD Manual 5105.21 (Vols 1–3) and DoD 5200.08-R (Physical Security Program).

- Hands-on experience administering and testing IDS, BMS, and motion detection hardware/software.

- Working proficiency with military communication systems (RMT/AMHS) and security tracking platforms (SASO, DISS, or equivalent).

- Strong technical writing skills for composing FFCs, CSPs, SOPs, and compliance reports.

Preferred Certifications & Background:

- Center for Development of Security Excellence (CDSE) credentials:

- Physical Security Certification (PSC)

- Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC)

- Certified GSA Lock Inspector / Technician certification is a strong plus.

- Prior experience within a Combatant Command (COCOM) environment or joint service headquarters.

Working Conditions & Physical Demands

- Work is primarily performed within an indoor, windowless, access-controlled facility.

- Must be capable of physically inspecting secure perimeters, ceilings, ductwork, raised flooring, and elevated lock components.

- Ability to lift test equipment or physical security hardware weighing up to 35 lbs.

Our client provides a variety of benefits including company-paid health, dental & vision insurance coverage, as well as additional employee-paid health insurance options; company-paid life and disability insurance; 401k retirement savings plan with employer match; 11 company paid holidays per year, and paid time off.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This company complies with applicable federal contractor requirements regarding protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. They also provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities during the application process.

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