Site Security Specialist
Sacramento, CA, United States
- IT
- Full-time
- Site Security Specialist
- SCIF security
- physical security management
The Site Security Specialist position involves managing physical and information security at sensitive government facilities, including SCIFs and SAPFs, ensuring protection of classified information, assets, and premises. Responsibilities include enforcing security policies, managing access control, escorting vendors, providing security training, and supporting senior Department of Defense officials. The role requires extensive experience with security protocols, clearances, and compliance with government security standards such as ICD 705 and NISPOM.
Description
The Security Engineering Program (SEP) under Homeland and Force Protection at Leidos currently has an opening within the Professional Services Support (PSS) Program for a Site Security Specialist. The Site Security Specialist will directly support the customer and be committed to protecting classified information, assets, and secure spaces. The candidate will serve as a security team member and will directly interface and collaborate with key leaders and customers. Specifically, the candidate will safeguard all assets and information and process/manage SCIF access control requirements and visit requests. This position will provide site escort to uncleared vendors, offer security training, and oversee the implementation of security policies and procedures within the facility. Areas of emphasis are physical security, information security, OPSEC, and verification of clearances/accesses. The Site Security Specialist will be required to interact with and provide security support to senior DoD officials. Other duties may be assigned as needed. The position is at a customer site in the Sacramento, CA, metro area.
Basic Qualifications:
Must possess a minimum of a TS/SCI clearance
Minimum of eight (8) years of U.S. government experience in SCIF/SAPF Physical Security management with some Information Security, Personnel Security (PERSEC) and Operations Security (OPSEC) experience.
Bachelor's degree in a related area or an additional 2 years of experience.
Comprehensive knowledge of ICD 705, the NISPOM, and applicable Manuals, Directives, policies, and procedures.
Hands-on experience in physical security assessments/inspections and Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF)/Special Access Program Facility (SAPF) security requirements.
Must be an expert in managing the day-to-day security operations of a SCIF.
Excellent communication (both oral and written), organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
Computer literacy: Proficient in Microsoft Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Access.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience as a Facility Security Officer.
Experience as a COMSEC Custodian.
Experience developing and implementing OPSEC plans.
Knowledge of Access Control and Intrusion Detection Systems.
Experience in accreditation of SCIFs/TSCIFs.
Experience as a security professional supporting the Intelligence Community.
At Leidos, we don’t want someone who "fits the mold"—we want someone who melts it down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless, the over-caffeinated, the ones who ask, “what’s next?” before the dust settles on “what’s now.”
If you’re already scheming step 20 while everyone else is still debating step 2… good. You’ll fit right in.
Original Posting:
January 8, 2026For 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 $82,550.00 - $149,225.00The 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.
About Leidos
Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.
Pay and Benefits
Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.
Securing Your Data
Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com.
If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.
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