Physical Industrial Security Specialist
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 21, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 26, 2026. ManTech scores A on the Alion truth index.
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MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Physical Security/Industrial Security Specialist to join our team in El Segundo, CA.
This position provides physical security (PS), industrial security, and cybersecurity support for collateral, SCI, and SAP systems in accordance with ICD, DODM, legacy DCID/JAFAN, and other DoD and national guidance for facilities with internal networks and guest systems. You will also provide industrial security support to SAR acquisition programs in a five-day-a-week, in-office role.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Assist Government security authorities in managing acquisition security programs’ industrial security requirements.
- Ensure compliance with DODM, ICD, or legacy DCID/JAFAN physical security and IA requirements and maintain accreditation documentation.
- Interface with HHQ for physical and technical security (TEMPEST/TSCM) actions and procedures.
- Conduct preconstruction reviews and make recommendations for compliance with guidance for facility construction, expansion, and modifications.
- Assist Information Assurance Managers with the implementation of cybersecurity requirements.
- Author, review, and maintain facility Certification and Accreditation documentation.
- Assist with the enforcement of personnel security controls for visitors and un-cleared personnel requiring entry to the facility.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree - 4 additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
- 6 years of total experience, including a minimum of 4 years of experience within an SCI or SAR environment.
- Ability to complete ICD-705 training (DSSA or NRO) within 6 months of the date of hire.
- 2 years of SAP-relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with security policy/manuals and appropriate ICDs, JAFANs, DOD Manuals, and other guiding policy documents.
- Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment and interact with DOD, military/civilian personnel, and industry partners.
Clearance Requirements:
- Current Top-Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility
- Must be a US Citizen with eligibility for access to Special Access Program Information.
- Must be willing to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be willing to travel within the organizational Area of Responsibility (AOR), including both air and ground transportation.
- Person in this position may remain in a stationary position a percentage of the time using adjustable chairs and desks in closed-area offices.
- Must be able to occasionally move about inside and outside of the office to access files, cabinets, and safes.
The projected compensation range for this position is $119,900.00-$199,600.00. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, MANTECH invests in its employees beyond just compensation. MANTECH’s benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, short-term and long-term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections.
MANTECH considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to disability or veteran status or any other status protected under any federal, state, or local law or regulation.
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