Oversee day-to-day physical security operations for the site/facility.
Coordinate facility accreditation, certification, inspection, and revalidation activities.
Maintain security documentation, drawings, fixed-facility checklists, construction/security files, and change records.
Serve as the primary liaison with the Accrediting Official, Site Security personnel, construction teams, installers, and facility leadership.
Verify that construction, installation, maintenance, and repairs are performed in accordance with approved security requirements.
Control and document access to controlled spaces, construction zones, and sensitive areas.
Manage keys, combinations, badges, access rosters, visitor controls, and escort procedures as applicable.
Oversee implementation and inspection of intrusion detection systems, access control systems, alarms, locks, doors, windows, and other physical security features.
Coordinate secure handling and storage of classified materials and equipment within the facility.
Conduct periodic self-inspections and prepare for external inspections.
Track security deficiencies, corrective actions, waivers, deviations, and mitigation measures.
Ensure required security signage, markings, procedures, and emergency actions are in place.
Provide security education/training to site personnel, occupants, guards, and supporting staff.
Investigate, document, and report security incidents, violations, and suspicious activity.
Support continuity, emergency response, after-hours security, and incident notification procedures.
Review facility modifications or reconfigurations for security impact before implementation.
Site Security Manager — Qualifications and Responsibilities
Experience in industrial, physical, or classified facility security management.
Working knowledge of SCIF/SAPF/fixed-facility security processes and lifecycle management.
Familiarity with ICD/ICS/DoD security policy framework, facility accreditation packages, and inspection processes.
Ability to interpret construction/security drawings, technical requirements, and facility protection measures.
Experience coordinating with government security officials, accrediting authorities, engineers, and construction personnel.
Knowledge of access control, alarm systems, CCTV, locking hardware, and physical security countermeasures.
Experience maintaining security records, compliance documentation, and corrective action tracking.
Strong organizational, inspection, audit, and communication skills.
Ability to train personnel and enforce security procedures consistently.
Ability to respond to incidents and make sound security decisions under pressure.
Typically requires an active security clearance at the level supported by the site.
Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of relevant security experience, or a master's degree with 6+ years; additional experience/education may substitute for a degree.
4+ years of experience supervising or leading projects.
Thorough working knowledge of 32 CFR Part 117, DoD security guidance, and ICD standards; familiarity with security databases (DISS, eQIP, NISS) and required forms (SF-86, SF-312, DD-254, SF-700, SF-702).
Experience conducting security briefings, debriefings, indoctrinations, and foreign travel briefings.
Knowledge of emergency preparedness frameworks (NIMS, NRF, ICS); crisis management or FEMA coursework/certification a plus.
Self-starter able to work independently, manage competing priorities under pressure, and available for extended hours during a crisis.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated experience briefing senior executives and engaging directly with government customers.
Full command of Microsoft Office applications.
Must possess an active Top Secret clearance and be able to meet eligibility requirements for SCI access.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred certifications may include FSO training certificate, Industrial Security professional (ISP), CPP, PSP, SPeD, or related facility/security credentials, depending on contract needs.
Demonstrated experience managing classified contracts, personnel security, and physical security requirements.
undefined COMSEC Custodian certificate or experience. Experience developing OPSEC plans and knowledge of access control/intrusion detection systems. Experience creating executive-level reports.
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Original Posting
October 27, 2026
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range
Pay Range $65,650.00 - $118,675.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
