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Security Design Specialist III

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Job Description - Security Design Specialist III


Job Title

Security Design Specialist III

Why IDS?
IDS believes in resolving conflict, building innovative approaches to do so. Combining operational expertise with an intimate understanding of today’s greatest challenges, we bring our customers the solutions required for success in a complex and multidimensional world. IDS tailors solutions for a diverse range of government, military, nonprofit, and public-sector clients.

This position is contingent upon contract award.

Location

numerous OCONUS locations available

Job Description

The Security Design Specialist III evaluates building design, construction, and modifications to identify critical elements and assists in planning and implementing acoustic and Radio Frequency (RF) policies and guidelines within the State Department’s infrastructure. The specialist provides expert knowledge and guidance on security principles, concepts, methodologies, and practices to protect Department facilities. The role participates in project teams to develop and refine technical security standards, particularly those related to Overseas Security Policy Board (OSPB) standards, and prepares technical reports for senior government officials, identifying potential security vulnerabilities and recommending appropriate risk mitigation measures. The specialist reviews designs to confirm that countermeasures meet OSPB standards for New Embassy Compounds (NECs), New Office Buildings (NOBs), and major renovations, supports the Certification Accreditation and Transit (CAT) Branch and the Bureau of Overseas Building Operations by addressing questions from posts and conducting on-site reviews, and participates in working groups focused on policy exceptions and mitigation processes. The specialist produces vulnerability assessments to support the DS Risk Management Framework. The Security Design Specialist III is responsible for working with data throughout its lifecycle, including collection, management, analysis, reporting, and secure disposition, to support design review and compliance activities.


Key Duties
 
• Review building plans for security vulnerabilities.
• Conduct on-site assessments for NEC/NOB compliance.
• Prepare technical reports and mitigation recommendations.
• Support accreditation and OBO design coordination.

 
Requirements
• Top Secret with SCI eligibility.
• 5+ years construction, maintenance, or facility management.
• Ability to interpret blueprints, codes, and OSPB standards.
• Experience with acoustic/RF, HVAC, and power fundamentals.

Questions?
Please reach out to [email protected] for additional questions or information.

Employee may be required to occasionally lift and/or move moderate amounts of weight, typically less than 20 pounds, but may vary depending on the position. Regular and predictable attendance is essential.


Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local law.


If you are unable to apply through the portal and need to speak to someone about necessary accommodations to apply, please email [email protected] and we will follow up with you. Do not submit resumes and applications through this email.

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