Physical Security Specialist, Top Secret Clearance

DAWSON

Physical Security Specialist supporting secure operations at Shaw Air Force Base. Maintaining compliance and safeguarding sensitive information to support military readiness.

Posted 5/30/2026full-timeColumbia • South Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $59,280 per yearWebsite

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support daily physical security operations for secure and classified facilities, including Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs)
Assist with administering and maintaining security programs for classified workspaces and personnel
Maintain visitor control procedures and support access management for secure facilities
Help maintain security documentation, directives, and program records in compliance with government and Air Force requirements
Coordinate with internal security offices, higher headquarters, and government agencies to support facility accreditation and compliance efforts
Assist with maintaining facility security documentation, including Fixed Facility Checklists (FFC), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Emergency Action Procedures (EAPs), and access rosters
Support the management and maintenance of Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), including coordinating vendor maintenance, troubleshooting issues, and escorting technicians as required
Maintain badge records, facility access authorizations, and alarm access lists for secure facilities
Assist with inspections, inventories, accountability procedures, and proper handling of classified materials
Support periodic self-inspections, security audits, and compliance reviews
Assist with alarm testing programs and ensure required testing and reporting requirements are completed on schedule
Support investigations and reporting related to security incidents or violations
Prepare recurring status reports for leadership regarding security program compliance and facility readiness
Coordinate with base security personnel and government security offices to ensure facilities remain compliant with applicable regulations and standards
Complete required online and in-person security training as directed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Active Secret security clearance
Minimum of one (1) year of experience working in a TS/SCI or other classified facility environment
Minimum of one (1) year of experience in physical security, industrial security, special security, or a related security discipline

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental, and vision insurance
a 401(k) program with employer match
paid vacation and sick leave
employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance
an Employee Assistance Program
a flexible work environment
voluntary benefits including critical illness coverage, accident insurance, identity theft coverage, and pet insurance

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Hard Skills & Tools

security operationssecurity programs administrationvisitor control proceduresaccess managementsecurity documentation maintenanceIntrusion Detection Systems (IDS)alarm testinginspectionsaccountability proceduresreporting

Soft Skills

coordinationcommunicationattention to detailproblem-solvingleadership

Certifications

Active Secret security clearance