Physical Security Specialist

<p>&nbsp;</p> <h2><strong>About Epirus</strong></h2> <p>Epirus is a high-growth technology company dedicated to overcoming the asymmetric challenges inherent to the future of national security. Epirus' flagship product, Leonidas, is a software-defined system built using intelligent power management techniques which allow power-hungry systems to do more with less.</p> <p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p> <h3>Job Summary:</h3> <p><strong>This is an exciting role in an innovative, high-growth defense technology company</strong>. The Physical Security Specialist supports the company’s Industrial Security Program and physical security operations in accordance with the NISPOM, DCSA requirements, and government contract obligations. This role manages day-to-day physical security functions, oversees guard services, safeguards classified materials, administers visitor and access systems, assists with personnel security, and serves as the designated backup for the FSO and Personnel Security Lead. The position also contributes to the development and maintenance of security policies, procedures, and task management workflows.</p> <p>The ideal candidate has defense industry experience and thrives in a fast-paced, startup environment.</p> <h2><strong>&nbsp;</strong></h2> <h2><strong>Responsibilities: </strong></h2> <p><strong>Physical Security Operations</strong></p> <ul> <li>Manage day‑to‑day physical security operations for defense facilities, including oversight of guard services and compliance with post orders and contractual requirements.</li> <li>Administer visitor management and screening processes, including Envoy and Visual Compliance checks for all applicable visitors and contractors.</li> <li>Monitor and maintain physical security systems such as access control, CCTV, alarms, and coordinate required maintenance or upgrades.</li> <li>Conduct routine inspections of classified containers, restricted areas, and access control points to ensure NISPOM safeguarding compliance.</li> <li>Manage and track physical security service requests and incident reports, ensuring timely resolution and documentation.</li> <li>Support personnel and industrial security functions including clearance processing, briefings, DISS case actions, and classified material accountability.</li> <li>Assist the FSO with NISPOM‑mandated duties, facility compliance activities, audits, internal assessments, and corrective action plans.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Policy &amp; SOP Development</strong></p> <ul> <li>Draft, revise, and maintain security policies, SOPs, work instructions, and emergency procedures in alignment with regulatory requirements.</li>