Physical Security Support / Key & Lock Control Support

• Minimum of 3 years of specialized experience in military, DoD, or federal physical security operations.
• Hands-on experience managing or auditing an Army/DoD Key and Lock Control Program.
• Strong technical writing and briefing skills, capable of liaising between leadership, engineers and scientists and contracted technicians.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Working knowledge of AR 190-13 (The Army Physical Security Program), AR 190-51 (Security of Unclassified Army Property), AR 190-11 (Physical Security of Arms, Ammunition, and Explosives), and DoD Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC).

Clearance: Active U.S. Government Secret clearance (with ability to obtain higher if required).

Job Requirements:

Key & Lock Program Management

• Serve as the primary technical custodian for the compound Key Control Program in accordance with AR 190-51, AR 190-11, and local standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Maintain, audit, and secure all key control registers (DA Form 5513 / equivalent automated tracking systems), master keys, high-security padlocks, and key repositories.
• Conduct mandatory periodic inventories (daily, monthly, semi-annual) and maintain complete chain-of-custody documentation.
• Coordinate lock replacements, core changes, combination changes, and re-keying operations following staff turnover or compromised access.
• Physical Security Infrastructure & Advisory
• Serve as an on-site physical security advisor, providing technical recommendations for structural and perimeter hardening initiatives.
• Evaluate and specify requirements for physical barriers, perimeter fencing (e.g., height, fabric gauge, top guards, clear zones), vehicular/pedestrian gates, turnstiles, and security lighting.
• Support development of workforce development training in areas of expertise.
• Assist in preparing requirements, drafting and reviewing engineering designs for barrier installations and facility renovations to ensure adherence to UFC 4-020-01 (DoD Security Engineering) and AR 190-13.

Access Control & Electronic Security Systems

• Advise on and support the administration of the automated badge reader infrastructure & other intrusion detection systems, and visitor verification processes for restricted area entry.
• Coordinate with facilities personnel and other appropriate activities to ensure integration between badge access readers, automated gates and other systems

Assessments, Compliance, & Reporting

• Conduct physical security surveys, inspections, and risk/vulnerability assessments across the compound; recommend corrective action plans for observed deficiencies.
• Prepare, update, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Emergency Action Plans (EAPs) in areas of expertise as needed.
• Support command physical security related inspections and track remediation tasks.