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Capella Technical Solutions, Inc.
Security Specialist - II/III Physical Security
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What they do
A Security Officer provides security for property at hospitals, hotels, warehouses or office buildings. Monitors entrances and patrols buildings, watches for intruders or vandals; reports building maintenance problems; deals with customers or visitors that create a disturbance in the building.
$41,640 / year median in California
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Security Specialist - II/III Physical Security Capella Technical Solutions, Inc. Port Hueneme CBC Base, CA Job Details Full-time $100,000 - $125,000 a year 15 hours ago Benefits 401(k) Paid time off Qualifications Physical security Facility security measures implementation Alarm & access control systems Secret Clearance DoD experience Physical security audits Bachelor's degree Staff training Intelligence community Full Job Description
JOB OVERVIEW AND COMPANY DESCRIPTION
Capella Technical Solutions, Inc. is seeking passionate Security Specialist II/III to help support the Naval Surface Warfare Center by executing critical physical security, access control, and compliance activities across Navy facilities, secure workspaces, and classified environments. The specialist enhances NSWC's security posture through formal assessments, facility accreditation support, alarm and access system maintenance, and adherence to Navy, DoD, and Intelligence Community security standards. The role ensures personnel, spaces, and sensitive information remain protected while contributing to the command's broader security and intelligence objectives. Capella Technical Solutions, Inc. is based out of Westlake Village, CA and is dedicated to delivering top-quality engineering services and technical solutions that enhance customer productivity and service quality. Our mission is to uphold the highest ethical standards while exceeding customer expectations with innovative ideas and effective communication. We are committed to continuous improvement, ensuring that our products and services meet and surpass the needs of our clients. By fostering professionalism and integrity, we aim to be the premier partner in delivering exceptional solutions. Capella is looking for candidates with growth potential and those looking for the next level of achievement.RESPONSIBILITIES
This position handles the support of physical security compliance and access control.This role includes:
- Conduct physical security surveys, threat and risk analyses, fence‑line assessments, lighting surveys, and annual inspections in accordance with NSWC and DoD standards.
- Support execution of physical security and force protection programs, including Random Antiterrorism Measures (RAMs).
- Review Unified Facility Criteria (UFCs), secure room requirements, and construction standards, ensuring compliance across multiple sites.
- Troubleshoot, investigate, and support remediation of Intrusion Detection System (IDS) and Access Control System (ACS) issues, maintaining accreditation standards.
- Apply expertise in managing access control systems to prevent unauthorized access and safeguard sensitive NSWC areas.
- Gather and analyze physical security data to support internal reporting, weekly and monthly metrics, and program evaluations.
- Assist with security inquiries and investigations by collecting relevant data and coordinating with NSWC security personnel.
- Support training and awareness activities for physical security requirements within the command.
- Collaborate with NSWC's Security & Intelligence Operations Directorate, Command Security Division, and related branches to meet mission requirements.
- Coordinate with government security staff regarding access, investigations, and compliance reporting, ensuring alignment with command policies.
REQUIREMENTS
- A minimum Secret security clearance or higher is required to be considered for this position.
- Four (4) years of experience in Physical Security (PHYSEC) in the DoD or Intelligence Community (IC).
- Experience with physical security compliance and access control systems.
- If a proposed individual does not meet both the desired education and experience qualifications, eight (8) years of professional technical activities related to security would be considered equivalent.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited college/university