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Construction Surveillance Technician (CST)

Jacksonville, FL

Armada Ltd
Insurance Services • 51 - 200 employees
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Full-time

Re-posted 4 days ago

Job description

Type: Full Time

Location: Mayport, FL

Overtime Exempt: No

Reports To: ARMADA HQ

Security Clearance Required: Active Top Secret

Sign on Bonus: YES! Up to $2,000 Sign On Bonus for qualified candidates

Candidates who meet the position requirements but do not currently possess the required CST and/or CAG certification may be eligible for CST/CAG certification reimbursement upon successful completion of an approved certification course.

Duties & Responsibilities:

The Construction Surveillance Technician (CST) will adequately perform CST security services during the renovation of Building 2480 at Naval Station Mayport, FL.

  • CSTs shall assist the Government Security Construction Manager and Site Security Manager by performing or supporting the verification, testing, and acceptance of collateral equipment to ensure that the materials meet the mission requirement.
  • In addition to surveillance of materials, storage and movement activities, CST will communicate issues for resolution to the Site Security Manager and Government Security Construction Manager.
  • Construction Surveillance Technician (CST) will Coordinate receipt, inventory and storage of materials.
  • Coordinate with the government's Transportation Manager, the shipment of materials to support construction dates.
  • Construction Surveillance Technician (CST) will coordinate storage and expenditure of materials.
  • During material storage and facility construction the CST will coordinate inventory, inspections, testing and supervision of collateral materials to ensure that the materials meet requirements.
  • Construction Surveillance Technician (CST) will provide direct advice to field personnel accomplishing construction related activities and communicate issues for resolution to the Site Security Manager for action.
  • Attend meetings as required and communicate requirements or issues to the Site Security Manager.
  • Construction Surveillance Technician (CST) must maintain through the period of performance, a current Top-Secret Clearance based on SSBI or T5 investigation within the last six (6) years and be DCID (Director of Central Intelligence Directive) 6/4 Eligible.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

  • Construction Surveillance Technician (CST) shall demonstrate familiarity and knowledge of established security protocols and known challenges in assembling high security systems coordinating procurements, transportation, storage and installation of the US Government provided collateral equipment through experience cited in the documentation.

Required Certifications:

  • CSTs must have completed the CST/CAG (Construction Security Technician/Cleared American Guard) course (or equivalent).
  • CSTs must have completed an applicable TSCM (Technical Surveillance Counter Measures) course (or equivalent)).
  • CSTs must hold a valid certificate for the successful completion of a forty (40) hour or greater CST Training Course taken within the last 5 years.

Minimum/General Experience:

  • Must be a US citizen with Top Secret security clearance
  • Must be trained in Construction Surveillance Technician (CST) skills.
  • Must maintain through the period of performance, a current Top-Secret Clearance based on SSBI or T5 investigation within the last six (6) years, and be DCID (Director of Central Intelligence Directive) 6/4 Eligible.

Minimum Education:

  • High School Diploma, or equivalent

Disclaimer:

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of the contractor assigned to this position. Applying: If you feel you have the knowledge, skills and abilities for this position visit our careers page at www.armadausa.com.

Special Notes: Relocation is not available for these jobs.

ARMADA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. ARMADA complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.


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