Physical Security Support Specialist

Location: Ellsworth Air Force Base, South Dakota

Clearance: Active Top Secret / SCI

Salary: Competitive, commensurate with experience

Job Type: Full-time, on-site (core hours 0730–1630L Mon–Fri)

Primary Responsibilities (aligned with PWS 4.4)

Key Duties

• Independently execute all physical security functions including visitor control for SCIF AF11-007 and subordinates.

• Coordinate SCIF reaccreditation with ACC/SSO and DIA.

• Inspect and monitor SCIF physical construction; report discrepancies within 2 hours.

• Maintain/update Fixed Facility Checklist (FFC), TEMPEST addendum, SOPs/EAPs.

• Execute/log monthly random physical security inspections and quarterly alarm tests.

• Manage unit alarm monitoring program.

• Maintain physical badge rosters and AFAA MFRs.

• Maintain/dispose of physical SCI material IAW directives.

• Facilitate internal/external physical security inspections and prepare annual reports.

• Program/update security codes in IDS/ADS, cypher locks, X-09 locks.

• Maintain/audit SF-700/701/702 for containers.

Minimum Qualifications

• Active Top Secret / SCI clearance

• Minimum 1 year experience working in a TS/SCI facility + 1 year dedicated physical security experience (SCIF management, alarms, access control)

• Strong knowledge of ICD 705, DoD physical security manuals, AFI 16-1404, and related directives

• Hands-on experience with IDS/ADS, alarm systems, and SCIF construction/inspection requirements

• U.S. Citizenship required

• Microsoft Office proficiency

Additional Information

• All positions are subject to Service Contract Labor Standards (SCLS) / Wage Determination 15-5367 Rev 31.

• All personnel must complete required training (IAAP, SSO-directed CBT, SEADs/ICD 704/705) within timelines.

• Ability to obtain/maintain base access and all required credentials.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.

• Heartland Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

• These positions are contingent upon contract award and funding.