Physical Security Associate

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Physical Security

Up to 10%

Ability to Obtain Secret

• Serve as a Physical Security Associate supporting day-to‑day physical security operations for Guidehouse National Capital Region (NCR) offices, with daily on‑site presence during business hours.
• Perform access control tasks including badge profile creation, programming, printing, revocation, troubleshooting, and visitor management.
• Review video footage and document findings to support internal investigations.
• Respond to alarm activity in accordance with internal policy, procedures, and vendor agreements.
• Complete regular internal audits of physical security systems.
• Support the Physical Security team with external inspection preparation.
• Maintain and provide weekly access control and alarm monitoring metrics to the Physical Security Manager.
• Conduct regular patrols of general access areas and controlled environments to identify risks and non‑compliance.
• Ensure applicable controls are in place to meet or exceed regulatory and client requirements.
• Partner with the Physical Security team to assess requirements for new office projects and help ensure project deadlines are met.
• Execute and communicate security incident notifications when authorized by management.
• Support the Insider Threat Program in accordance with internal policy and procedures.
• Support the Crisis Response Manager in accordance with internal policy and procedures.
• Provide ad‑hoc on‑site presence as needed to respond to crisis events during non‑business hours.
• Submit vendor service tickets and meet with technicians for repairs, maintenance, and inspections.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Two (2) or more years of relevant experience in a physical security program.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Working knowledge of access control systems, video monitoring systems, and intrusion detection systems.
• Excellent communications skills, both oral and written.

• A CURRENT and ACTIVE SECRET federal security clearance.
• Bachelor's degree.
• THREE (3) or more years of relevant experience, including at least one year within an accredited secure area.
• Experience with Lenel OnGuard, Datawatch, and My Kastle.

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life
• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Student Loan Pay Down
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
• Mobility Stipend

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance, including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

All information you provide will be kept confidential and used only to provide reasonable accommodation as required.