Physical Security Specialist (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2025-05-14

Country:

United States of America

Location:

PW100: East Hartford 400 Main Street, East Hartford, CT, 06118 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.​ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance​

Security Clearance:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Pratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flight—designing, building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. And because transformation begins from within, we’re seeking the people to drive it. So, calling all curious.

Come ready to explore and you’ll find a place where your talent takes flight—beyond the borders of title, a country or your comfort zone. Bring your passion and commitment and we’ll welcome you into a tight-knit team that takes our mission personally. Channel your drive to make a difference into shaping an organization and an industry that’s evolving fast to the future.

At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?

What You Will Do

The Physical Security Specialist (P3) is responsible for ensuring the security and compliance of facilities through expertise in core compliance regulations, facility maintenance, new construction, and technical security system services. This role involves coordinating with government authorities, managing vendors and contractors, overseeing security system maintenance, and supporting facility accreditation and construction projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of physical security standards to include but not limited to ICD 705, 32 CFR Part 117, UL 2050 & 681, construction processes, and technical security systems, with a focus on delivering high-quality, compliant, and secure environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Core Compliance Regulation

  • Documentation of all technical standards necessary for SCIF accreditation.

  • Coordinate RF testing and maintain expertise as a subject matter expert (SME) in RF testing processes.

  • Develop and maintain room drawings and UL certificates to meet facility security requirements.

  • Liaise with Government Authorizing Officials (AOs) to ensure compliance and approvals.

  • Assist in investigations related to security incidents or breaches.

  • Develop and implement policies and procedures for Concept of Operations (CONOPS) and transportation plans.

  • Facilitate integration of General Security Services (GSS) with facility operations.

  • Oversee guard force training and development programs to ensure operational readiness.

  • Monitor and manage facility maintenance schedules to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.

• Facility Maintenance & New Construction

  • Provide construction expertise across all 16 divisions of construction for facility maintenance and new project builds.

  • Update security requirements for ongoing and new construction projects.

  • Participate in meetings and bid walks to support project planning and execution.

  • Manage the project lifecycle, including issuing Security Statements of Work (SOWs), cost and budget management, and vendor coordination.

  • Oversee contractor performance, providing quality assurance and ensuring adherence to security standards.

  • Serve as a Construction Surveillance Technician (CST) during construction projects to monitor security compliance.

• UL & Technical Security System Services

  • Support the establishment of P&W CT as a UL Listed Alarm System Company.

  • Administer Lenel OnGuard systems for access control and security management.

  • Maintain knowledge of Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) and Access Control Systems (ACS) hardware bench stock.

  • Coordinate security system maintenance and locksmith services, including lock maintenance and contract oversight.

  • Provide support for UL audits to ensure compliance with UL standards.

• Working Conditions

  • May require travel to project sites and facilities (estimated 20%)

  • Ability to work in construction environments and oversee on-site activities.

  • Occasional on-call availability for security incidents or urgent compliance needs.

Qualifications You Must Have: 

• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ year