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Sr Security Officer / Physical Security

General Dynamics Information Technology
Falls Church, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 23 Feb 2026
💰 $125,350/yr($107,744/yr$125,350/yr)

About the role

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Top Secret

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Security Operations

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Access Control (AC), Facility Security, Industrial Security

Certifications:

None

Experience:

8 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

GDIT is seeking to fill a Senior Security Officer / Physical Security Officer position at our Falls Church, VA location to support the Headquarters Global Workforce Protection Team.  The Senior Security Officer / Physical Security must have a strong background with construction requirements of secure areas such as SCIF's, SAPF, etc. 

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:

  • Experience with construction requirements of secure areas (Closed Areas, SCIFs, SAPF, etc.)

  • Management and oversight of access control system/s; iSTAR configurations, CCure 9000, etc.

  • Serves on a team supporting the Physical Security Manager

  • Creation of employee and visitor badges and security level assignment for access control.

  • Oversight of camera systems.

  • Understanding of risk identification, documentation and remediation recommendations.

  • Perform investigations, documentation and develop incident reports for Management.

  • Manages Industrial Physical security functions for HQ element.

  • Ensures compliance with National Industrial Security Operating Manual (NISPOM) and associated government regulations and company policies and procedures.

  • Advises GDIT Security Managers regarding security regulations and procedures.

  • Reviews, investigates, and leads remediation of non-compliance issues.

  • Advises assigned Security Officers as to current and changing security regulations.

  • Participates in the development and implementation of security procedures in coordination with government agencies and program management.

  • Ensures that security personnel are familiar with GDIT policies and government regulations.

  • Support to the GDIT Group elements as directed by Security Management.

What You'll Need to Succeed:

  • Bachelor's degree plus 8+ years physical security experience supporting large scale industry.

  • In lieu of degree, 12+ years of physical security experience supporting large scale Industry is required (plus high school diploma)

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen

  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a TOP SECRET Clearance

  • Strong hands on experience managing SWH CCure 9000 system with Level 1 training

  • ICD 705 experience highly preferred

  • Location: Hybrid to Falls Church office working a minimum of three (3) days in office

It would be great if you also had:

  • CPP, PSP, PCI or other Physical Security Certifications

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:

At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
● Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
● Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
● Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
● Flexibility: Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home

● Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore a career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your sense of ownership and pride in the meaningful work we do.

The likely salary range for this position is $107,744 - $125,350. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:

Hybrid

Work Location:

USA VA Falls Church

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based

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