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Site Security Manager, Industrial Security

148k – 222kWashington, DCHybrid3+ YOE
Summary

Oversee SCIF construction, accreditation, and operations while ensuring compliance with ICD 705, NISPOM, and national security protocols. Requires active TS clearance and 3+ years managing classified facilities.

About the role

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the construction, modification, and expansion of SCIFs in accordance with ICD 705 and TEMPEST requirements
  • Work closely with engineering, architecture, and general contracting teams to ensure all physical security requirements are implemented effectively and efficiently
  • Ensure the SCIF meets or exceeds all requirements under ICD 705, ICD 705-1 (Physical and Technical Security Standards), and ICD 705-2 (Technical Specifications)
  • Manage the SCIF accreditation lifecycle: initial accreditation, interim accreditation, re-accreditation, and de-accreditation
  • Implement and enforce Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for SCIF operations
  • Manage the Cognizant Security Authority (CSA) and Accrediting Official (AO) relationship, including preparing documentation packages, coordinating inspections, and managing waivers
  • Support all aspects of personnel security management in working directly with government partners to ensure compliance
  • Responsible for mandatory USG reporting as it relates to personnel, facility, and insider threat programs
  • Maintain COMSEC material accountability
  • Implement and maintain access controls, visitor management systems, and security documentation in accordance with national security protocols
  • Provide ongoing training and guidance to ensure adherence to classified material handling and facility protocols
  • Maintain the Fixed Facility Checklist and SCIF repository reporting requirements
  • Investigate and report security incidents, violations, and anomalies to the FSO/ITPSO in accordance with Scale AI's Insider Threat Program Plan and NISPOM requirements

Requirements

  • Active U.S. Top Secret clearance, and willingness to obtain a TS/SCI
  • Minimum 3+ years of experience managing or operating a SCIF or similar classified facility
  • Familiarity with USG information systems, such as DISS, NBIS, NISS, SWFT, e-App
  • ICD-705 Certification
  • Must be able to support work 3 days a week from the office
  • Working knowledge of ICD 705, NISPOM (32 CFR Part 117), and related Intelligence Community directives
  • Familiarity with Intrusion Detection Systems, access control systems, and TEMPEST requirements
  • Experience with government security databases (e.g., DISS, NISS, Scattered Castles)

Nice-to-Haves

  • Excellent written and verbal communication—able to align with security strategy, IT and executive teams
  • Strong understanding of physical security principles and classified information handling procedures
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to provide clear technical instructions to non-technical individuals
  • Sound judgment and discretion in handling sensitive security matters
  • FSO Program Management for Possessing Facilities certification
  • Ability to respond to after-hours alarms or security incidents as needed

Compensation & Benefits

  • Base salary range: $148,000–$222,000 USD
  • Equity-based compensation
  • Comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage
  • Retirement benefits
  • Learning and development stipend
  • Generous PTO
  • Commuter stipend (role-dependent)
Skills
ICD 705NISPOMSCIF managementDISSNISSTEMPESTCOMSECIntrusion Detection SystemsAccess Control SystemsFixed Facility Checklist
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