Physical and Industrial Security Specialist

General information

Requisition #

R71120

Locations

USA-CA-El Segundo

Posting Date

10/05/2026

Security Clearance Required

TS/SCI

Remote Type

Onsite

Time Type

Full time

Description & Requirements

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MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Physical and Industrial Security Specialist to join our team in El Segundo, CA.

The Physical and Industrial Security Specialist will provide 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. This role also provides industrial security support to SAR acquisition programs in a full-time, in-office capacity.

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 while maintaining accreditation documentation.
• Interface with HHQ for physical and technical security (TEMPEST/TSCM) actions and procedures.
• Conduct preconstruction reviews and provide recommendations for facility construction, expansion, and modifications.
• Author, review, and maintain facility Certification and Accreditation documentation while assisting Information Assurance Managers with cybersecurity implementation.
• Enforce personnel security controls for visitors and physical security controls for electronic devices and prohibited items.
• Identify Cybersecurity and physical security vulnerabilities, conduct periodic self-inspections, and implement corrective actions and media control policies.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related area or 4 additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• 6+ years total experience.
• 4+ years' experience with SCI or SAR environment.
• 2+ years of SAP relevant experience highly desired.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience providing industrial security support specifically to Special Access Required (SAR) acquisition programs.
• Technical familiarity assisting Information Assurance Managers with cybersecurity implementation and vulnerability identification.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interface with HHQ and Government security authorities.

Clearance Requirements:

• Current Top-Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50%.
• Willingness to travel within the organizational Area of Responsibility (AOR) (note - could be extensive, and will include both air and ground transportation)
• Frequently communicates with co-workers, management, and customers, which may involve delivering presentations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

The projected compensation range for this position is $75,500.00-$125,600.00. 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.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with MANTECH, please email us at careers@mantech.com and provide your name and contact information.