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Construction Surveillance Technician

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$20.75 - $25.25/hr

Have knowledge of technical surveillance countermeasures, construction principles and devices used by hostile and friendly intelligence services for the purpose of clandestine surveillance. * Be able ...

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Employer & Industry UsageIntelligence agencies, government sectorsIntelligence agencies, defense, security firms

Clandestine Service and Intelligence Analyst roles both require security clearances and analytical skills. However, Clandestine Service involves covert operations and fieldwork, while Intelligence Analysts focus on data analysis and reporting within office settings. Both roles are vital in intelligence agencies but differ significantly in work environment and job functions.

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Construction Surveillance Technician (Mount Weather - Bluemont, VA)

Cape Fox Corporation

Bluemont, VA • On-site

$21.25 - $26.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 12 hours ago


Key responsibilities

  • Control access to construction sites and screen personnel, materials, and tools entering the site.

  • Monitor and document activities of construction workers and visitors to prevent unauthorized access and clandestine surveillance devices.

  • Produce daily logs of security-related activities and report incidents or anomalies as they occur.


Job description

Job Title
Construction Surveillance Technician (Mount Weather - Bluemont, VA)
Job Description
The Department of State (DoS) Bureau of Diplomatic Security (DS), Office of Physical Security Programs (PSP), Facilities Security Division (FSD), Domestic Building Branch (DBB) has a requirement for construction surveillance services utilizing Construction Surveillance Technicians (CSTs) to support Construction Surveillance Detection Service operations via the CST Site Security Program (SSP). The specific goal of the CST SSP is to detect unauthorized access to controlled areas, deter the introduction of unauthorized materials to the site, and to observe activities of construction workers and/or visitors(s) on site to prevent the implantation of clandestine surveillance devices or systems into the structure being constructed. The primary location of this work is located at the Mount Weather facility in Bluemont, VA.
Responsibilities
CSTs are individuals who are professionally trained in surveillance and construction techniques for the purpose of ensuring the security and integrity of a construction site, controlled access areas (CAA), and materials scheduled for use or inclusion in a controlled area. This role requires a high level of physical fitness, attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining site security and project integrity. All duties must be performed in compliance with relevant safety regulations and security protocols.
The CST duties and responsibilities shall include the following:
1. Control access to the construction sites.
2. Screen and observe personnel within or to a construction site as appropriate. For reasons of Safety and Security, only those persons whose names appear on the "Site Access List" will be permitted to enter the job site unescorted. The Site Access List will be provided by the SSM.
3. Screen all materials and tools entering a construction site.
4. Control the Secure Storage Area (SSA) and the materials contained within.
5. Monitor and annotate in writing, the observed actions of the construction workers as they accomplish their various construction tasks and compare the results with project construction documentation.
6. Ensure all equipment, materials, and furnishings for use in specified areas are x-rayed, and or examined, then appropriately marked and escorted to the SSA or designated area.
7. Assist the SSM with random selection and procurement of materials required for construction and installation in, or contiguous to, controlled areas.
8. Inspect all persons, packages, bags, boxes, crates, tools, and vehicles, prior to entering the construction site at the discretion of the SSM.
9. Produce daily logs of all related activity and events.
10. Report all security related incidents.
11. Report all anomalies and incidents of a counterintelligence nature directly to the SSM.
12. Other duties as assigned by the SSM with coordination with the Lead CST.
Travel Requirements
0 - 10%
Job Requirements
Requirements
CSTs shall possess the minimum qualifications specified below:
1. High school diploma or equivalent and three (3) to five (5) years of total experience in one of the following areas*:
a. Construction security surveillance
b. Technical surveillance countermeasures
c. Government security involving counterintelligence
d. Construction quality assurance
e. Hands-on (documented) supervisory construction experience
f. Military Service
g. Law Enforcement
2. Must have either an active Top Secret security clearance and SCI or are eligible for SCI.
3. Familiar with typical office machines (copiers, fax, digital senders, and computers) and typical office administrative software (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.).
4. Meet physical requirements necessary for the job, including the ability to navigate stairs and stand for extended periods in and around a construction site. These locations may not be heated or airconditioned and may be open to the elements and inclement weather.
5. Ability for some travel, if required.
6. Possess a valid Department of State Construction Surveillance Technician (SE631) certification.
7. Knowledge of construction disciplines, to include Architectural, Mechanical Electrical, and Electronic Engineering principles.
8. Capable of analyzing designs and blueprints, and of recognizing the architect's intended use and design concept.
9. Capable of analyzing designs and structural complexities, thereby prohibiting their exploitation or utilization to mask ulterior purposes not intended by the architect.
10. Knowledge of Technical Surveillance Countermeasures, PHOTOINT, IMINT techniques, and construction principles and devices used by hostile and friendly intelligence services for the purpose of clandestine surveillance.
11. Trained and experienced in all countermeasures employed to protect against technical penetration.
12. Trained and thoroughly knowledgeable of the level of security required in various parts of each facility under construction or renovation as dictated by the progression of the project. Note: When making CSTs assignments for each specific project site, the Contractor's team will possess a mixture of experience and backgrounds.
* The requirement is not cumulative, meaning one year in each of the five areas does not equate to meeting the requirement.
The total hourly pay for this non-exempt position ($40.09 per hour for up to 40 hours per week) is comprised of a base hourly rate of $35 plus $5.09 per hour Health & Welfare (H&W) for up to 40 hours per week as required by the Service Contract Labor Standards (SCLS) regulations.
The above rate represents the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of possible compensation at the time of posting. In addition, for eligible positions we offer a variety of benefits including specified holidays, paid leave, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, as well as 401K with company match. This job will be posted until filled or withdrawn.
Category
Security (non-IT)
Location
Mount Weather (DOS) - Bluemont, VA 20135 US (Primary)
Education
High School