Nooks

Government

ISEPhysicalSecurityGeneralist

$105–115k Arlington, Virginia, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“ISE Physical Security Generalist at Nooks. Skills: Physical Security, SCIF operations, Compliance. Support physical security operations of accredited SCIFs. Assist with SCIF accreditation”

Industry & Context.

Government
Eligibility Requirements

Active Secret-level clearance, US Citizenship required

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

1-3 years experience in Physical Security or SCIF operations, Working knowledge of ICD 705, Experience with physical access control systems, Experience with intrusion detection systems, Experience with alarm monitoring processes, Active Secret-level clearance, US Citizenship required, Maintain eligibility up to Secret level within 45 days of hire, Ability to read and interpret facility drawings, Ability to read security system layouts

Nice to Have

Direct PHYSEC support for MAJCOM/FIELCOM SSO

What You'll Do.

Support physical security operations of accredited SCIFs

Assist with SCIF accreditation

Assist with SCIF re-accreditation

Assist with SCIF change management

Prepare accreditation documentation

Track compliance actions

Maintain SCIF accreditation records

Maintain SCIF inspection records

Maintain SCIF waiver records

Maintain security incident records

Administer physical access control systems

Monitor physical access control systems

Support alarm system testing

Coordinate alarm system maintenance

Coordinate alarm system response procedures

Enforce visitor control procedures

Verify access approvals

Manage visitor badging

Manage visitor escort requirements

Support construction security activities

Review construction plans

Review construction drawings

Review change requests

Coordinate with facilities teams

Coordinate with construction teams

Coordinate with IT teams

Assist with physical security risk assessments

Assist with vulnerability analyses

Document physical security incidents

Report physical security incidents

Track corrective actions

Track mitigation measures

Support security awareness training

Support facility access training

Assist with internal self-inspections

Assist with external compliance audits

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Coordination with facilities teams; Coordination with construction teams; Coordination with IT teams

Full Job Description

ABOUT NOOKS Are you seeking an exciting and unique opportunity to grow and support our national security? As a startup, we are offering a limited-time opportunity to be an equity owner in a pioneering new industry. Nooks is pioneering Classified Infrastructure-as-a-Service (CIaaS) to provide government and industry partners with the fastest, most efficient access to classified infrastructure. We are building a nationwide network of accredited classified spaces and systems, ensuring that the best technologies equip our nation’s warfighters. At Nooks, we value innovation, collaboration, and a service-first mindset. ABOUT THE ROLE: We are seeking a Physical Security Generalist to support the US Space Force classified enterprise. This is a hands-on role focused on the execution and sustainment of physical security requirements for Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs) and other classified spaces. The Physical Security Generalist will work under the direction of the SSO and senior security leadership to support SCIF operations, inspections, documentation, and compliance activities. This role emphasizes implementation, coordination, and continuous compliance, rather than program ownership or final approval authority. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. SCIF Operations & Compliance Support Support the day-to-day physical security operations of accredited SCIFs in accordance with ICD 705 and applicable DoDMs/AFMANs. Assist with SCIF accreditation, re-accreditation, and change management activities by preparing documentation and tracking compliance actions. Maintain accurate records related to SCIF accreditations, inspections, waivers, and security incidents. 2. Physical Security Systems & Access Control Administer and monitor physical access control systems (PACS), including badging, card readers, and access logs. Support alarm system testing, maintenance coordination, and response procedures in coordination with monitoring services and on-site personnel. Enforce visi

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