Physical Security Specialist — PHYSEC

Job overview

The Physical Security Specialist — PHYSEC role is onsite in Arlington, VA, with compensation of $70,000 per year. The position reports to ARMADA headquarters and is contingent upon contract award. The specialist supports physical security operations by controlling access to facilities and sensitive areas, verifying clearances, and maintaining secure visit and access records. This work helps protect personnel, facilities, equipment, and sensitive materials while supporting government facility operations.

What you'll do

• Maintain databases of classified visits, clearance levels, and access authorizations
• receive, transmit, and file visit requests
• verify clearances and program access
• issue and track visitor and permanent badges
• maintain visitor access records
• escort uncleared personnel
• process CAC applications, DD 2249s, and onboarding documents
• monitor Foreign Visit System activities as directed.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

physical security specialist

physec

full-time

arlington va

armada

top secret clearance

sci

access control

visitor management

classified visits

cac processing

contingent upon award

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires Top Secret clearance with SCI; the posting requires at least 10 years of relevant experience and a master’s degree or a bachelor’s degree plus four additional years of relevant experience; Physical Security Certification is required within one year of hire.

About the employer

Armada Ltd is hiring for this role. Industry: Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths). Sector: 56.