Mid-Level Physical Security Specialist

Looking for an opportunity where you can have an influence every day? Then Serco has the right opportunity for you!

As a Mid-Level Physical Security Specialist supporting the F-35 Joint Program Office (JPO), you will provide critical physical security support to a Department of Defense customer located on-site in Arlington, Virginia. In this role, you will help protect personnel, facilities, equipment, materials, and information while supporting the operational readiness and mission success of one of the nation's most important defense programs.

Bring your security experience, organizational skills, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence to support physical security documentation, facility access processes, inspections, accreditation activities, emergency planning, and mission protection efforts. Working closely with government and contractor personnel, you will contribute to maintaining compliance with Department of Defense and Intelligence Community security requirements while helping safeguard mission-critical resources.

In This Role, You Will:

• Support physical security activities, including facility security documentation, access coordination, records management, and action tracking.

• Assist with maintaining physical security files, trackers, reports, and related documentation.

• Coordinate with government and contractor personnel to support timely completion of physical security actions.

• Support meeting preparation, reporting, briefings, inspections, data calls, and suspense tracking.

• Review security-related documentation for accuracy, completeness, and consistency.

• Help identify process improvements and support disciplined execution of recurring physical security requirements.

• Provide management and oversight support for activities designed to prevent unauthorized access to personnel, equipment, materials, and information and safeguard them from espionage, sabotage, terrorism, damage, and criminal activity.

• Provide guidance and documentation to facilitate Department of Defense and Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) compliance.

• Maintain and update the Occupant Emergency Plan, Criticality Assessment, Program Evacuation Plan, and security portions of the Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP).

• Support secure area accreditation activities from pre-construction through de-accreditation.

• Maintain and track F-35 JPO-sponsored facility accreditation letters.

• Complete and maintain Fixed Facility Checklists and assist with annual facility inspections.

• Coordinate with appropriate offices regarding construction projects and facility alterations.

• Participate in pre-construction meetings and document outcomes.

• Monitor and document construction progress and security-related activities.

• Coordinate and maintain the Antiterrorism/Force Protection (ATFP) Plan.

• Manage, track, and provide required ATFP training for F-35 JPO personnel.

• Provide alarm response support and situation-dictated response actions.

• Schedule alarm maintenance and coordinate semi-annual alarm testing.

• Manage facility key issuance, inventory, and maintenance processes.

• Manage and support security container availability and requirements.

• Monitor, administer, and maintain badge control systems.

• Change, issue, and manage combinations on doors and security containers.

To Be Successful in This Role You Will Have:

• U.S. Citizenship.

• Active Top Secret Security Clearance.

• Bachelor's Degree.

• Minimum of three (3) years of relevant professional experience.

• Experience supporting physical security, facility security, access control, inspections, or related Department of Defense security functions.

• Ability to obtain and maintain Physical Security Certification (PSC) within one year of hire.

• Strong customer service, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work on-site in Arlington, Virginia, Monday through Friday during normal business hours.

Preferred Education, Experience, Certifications, and Clearance

• Prior experience working in a secure facility.

• Experience working in a Security Countermeasures environment.

• Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) eligibility or active TS/SCI access preferred.

• Experience supporting security operations within classified or Special Access Program (SAP) environments preferred.

• Experience supporting Department of Defense physical security programs, facility accreditation, inspections, and access control activities.

Desired Skills

• Experience supporting administrative processes and document management within a secure environment.

• Ability to work effectively with government and contractor personnel.

• Experience preparing reports, briefings, presentations, and tracking spreadsheets.

• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Knowledge of physical security regulations, facility accreditation processes, and access control procedures.

Travel Requirement

• Up to 10% travel may be required.

Additional Information

• This position is performed on-site in Arlington, Virginia.

• Must be able to work in the Arlington, Virginia office Monday through Friday during normal business hours.

• Candidates supporting this role will contribute to the protection of personnel, facilities, information, and mission-critical resources supporting the F-35 Joint Program Office.

If you are interested in supporting and working with our military customers and a passionate Serco team, then submit your application now for immediate consideration. It only takes a few minutes and could change your career!

Proposal Position Notice

Serco Inc. is using this posting for the purpose of responding to a proposal. We are qualified candidates in the event of a contract award. This position is not currently funded/active. Should Serco be awarded the contract, and you meet the qualifications of the position, you will be considered in the selection process.



Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Serco's 9,000+ employees strive to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state, provincial and local governments, and commercial clients. While your place may look a little different depending on your role, we know you will find yours here. Wherever you work and whatever you do, we invite you to discover your place in our world. Serco is a place you can count on and where you can make an impact because every contribution matters.

To review Serco benefits please visit: https://careers.serco-na.com/us/en/what-we-offer . If you require an accommodation with the application process please email: careers@serco-na.com or call the HR Service Desk at 800-628-6458, option 1. Please note, due to EEOC/OFCCP compliance, Serco is unable to accept resumes by email.

Candidates may be asked to present proof of identify during the selection process. If requested, this will require presentation of a government-issued I.D. (with photo) with name and address that match the information entered on the application. Serco will not take possession of or retain/store the information provided as proof of identity. For more information on how Serco uses your information, please see our Applicant Privacy Policy and Notice.

Serco does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies without being a contracted approved vendor. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Serco and will not be obligated to pay a placement or contract fee. If you are interested in becoming an approved vendor at Serco, please email Agencies@serco-na.com .

Serco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.



Our Total Rewards package includes competitive pay, performance-based incentives, and benefits that promote well-being and work-life balance-so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Eligible employees also gain access to a wide range of benefits from comprehensive health coverage and health savings accounts to retirement plans, life and disability insurance, and time-off programs that support work-life balance. Program availability may vary based on factors such as contract type, location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Salary range: The range for this position can be found at the top of this posting. This range is provided as a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate across all experience levels. Actual base salary will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the scope of the role, relevant experience, job-related knowledge, education and training, key skills, and geographic market considerations. For roles available in multiple states, the range may vary to reflect differences in local labor markets. In addition to base salary, eligible positions may include other forms of compensation such as annual bonuses or long-term incentive opportunities. Benefits - Comprehensible benefits for full-time employees (part-time employees receive a limited package tailored to their role):

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract
• 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages that can be purchased, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Employee Assistance Plan

To review all Serco benefits please visit: https://careers.serco-na.com/us/en/about-us .

Serco complies with all applicable state and local leave laws, including providing time off under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act for eligible Colorado residents, in alignment with our policies and benefit plans. The application window for this position is for no more than 60 days. We encourage candidates to apply promptly after the posting date, as the position may close earlier if filled or if the application volume exceeds expectations. Please submit applications exclusively through Serco's external (or internal) career site. If an applicant has any concerns with job posting compliance, please send an email to: careers@serco-na.com .