Construction Surveillance Technician

Construction Surveillance Technician (CST)

Location

New England, ND 58647, US

Position Type:

Permanent | Onsite

Job Category:

Government / Military

Salary Range:

$80,000 – $95,000 per year

About the Organization

We are a dynamic and growing organization providing mission-critical solutions to government and defense clients. Our capabilities include specialized operational support, security services, intelligence support, training and education, information technology, cybersecurity, and mission-focused solutions.

We support complex government programs that require highly skilled professionals committed to security, compliance, and operational excellence. Our team works in sensitive environments where integrity, attention to detail, and adherence to strict security standards are essential.

Position Overview

We are seeking experienced

Construction Surveillance Technicians (CSTs)

to support secure construction projects. This position plays a critical role in protecting sensitive facilities by ensuring construction activities comply with established physical security requirements and Technical Surveillance Countermeasures (TSCM) standards.

The Construction Surveillance Technician will monitor all phases of secure construction activities to prevent the introduction of technical, electronic, or physical security vulnerabilities into sensitive government facilities. The CST will work closely with government representatives, construction teams, security personnel, and project stakeholders to ensure compliance with applicable security requirements.

Essential Job Responsibilities

Conduct continuous surveillance of construction activities involving secure government facilities.

Monitor construction personnel, materials, tools, and equipment to ensure compliance with security procedures.

Identify and report unauthorized activities, suspicious behavior, or potential security vulnerabilities.

Ensure compliance with Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) 705 and other applicable physical security standards.

Inspect construction materials and installation methods to verify security requirements are maintained.

Maintain detailed daily reports documenting surveillance activities, inspections, and security-related observations.

Coordinate with government security representatives, construction managers, quality assurance teams, and security officials.

Ensure proper control, accountability, and storage of construction materials entering secure areas.

Support physical inspections, accreditation activities, and final acceptance inspections.

Maintain compliance with Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, and customer security policies.

Support project requirements, including weekends, holidays, extended shifts, and overtime when needed.

Perform additional surveillance and security-related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

U.S. Citizenship required due to the sensitivity of customer requirements.

Active

Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) security clearance .

Current

Construction Surveillance Technician (CST) certification .

High school diploma or GED.

Minimum 3 years of experience in construction security surveillance, TSCM, industrial security, construction quality assurance, or construction supervision.

Minimum 2 years of experience supporting overseas Department of Defense (DoD) construction projects.

Ability to work weekends, holidays, extended shifts, and up to 60 hours per week based on mission requirements.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to prepare accurate reports and maintain detailed security documentation.

Ability to work independently while coordinating with government personnel and construction teams.

Required

Skills

Competencies

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

Knowledge of construction surveillance procedures and secure facility construction requirements.

Understanding of Department of Defense and Intelligence Community physical security standards.

Strong observation, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.

Ability to identify security risks and recommend corrective actions.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Ability to work effectively in mission-critical construction environments.

Professional judgment, integrity, and discretion while working in sensitive environments.

Preferred Qualifications

5+ years of construction experience.

Completion of the U.S. Department of State Construction Surveillance Technician Course (SE631).

Completion of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Construction Training.

Site Security Manager (SSM) certification.

ICD 705 certification or extensive experience supporting ICD 705-compliant facilities.

Experience supporting Intelligence Community or Special Access Program (SAP) construction projects.

Knowledge of SCIF construction standards, physical security requirements, and TEMPEST/TSCM principles.