Physical Security Specialist

Position: PHYSICAL SECURITY SPECIALIST

Summary

You will serve as a PHYSICAL SECURITY SPECIALIST in the FORCE PROTECTION DIVISION of NAS MERIDIAN SEC DET.

Overview

Duration: 12/31/2025 – 01/07/2026

Salary: $74,678 – $97,087 per year (GS‑11)

Location:

Meridian, MS (1 vacancy)

Employment type:

Permanent, Full‑time

Remote:
No;
Telework:
No;
Travel:
Occasional (CONUS/OCONUS)

Security clearance:
Secret

Drug test:
No;
Relocation expenses:
No;
Eligibility for priority placement:
Yes

Responsibilities

• You will plan construction and modification of facilities to address Physical Security and Anti‑Terrorism concerns.
• You will analyze and identify security educational needs of the workforce and weaknesses in the security program to provide solutions.
• You will develop installation security and Anti‑Terrorism plans, emergency action plans, and crisis response plans for a comprehensive security program.
• You will direct the development of threats, risks, and vulnerability assessments and their integration into an overall Risk Management Plan for the command.

Conditions of Employment

• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must be suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• Must obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
• Must have a valid US driver’s license.
• Must be able to travel as required (including military and commercial aircraft).
• Must be willing to attend ATO Level II.

Qualifications

Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to GS‑09 (or equivalent experience in the private or public sector).

Specialized experience must demonstrate the following:

• Implementing risk mitigation measures based on threat and vulnerability assessment.
• Executing Anti‑Terrorism program according to policies and procedures.
• Coordinating with agencies to ensure understanding of anti-terrorism security needs.
• Developing discrepancy reports of physical security items for repair or replacement.

Education (if used as substitute)

• Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree.
• Three full years of graduate education leading to a Ph.D. or equivalent.
• L.L.M. degree related to the position.
• Combination of experience and education equating to one year of experience.

Additional Information

PCS expenses are NOT authorized. Selectee may be required to complete a probationary period.

Applicants from the following hiring paths are invited: internal, CTAP, ICTAP, base management, Veteran, Military spouse, disability, special authorities, etc.

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides a comprehensive benefits package including health, retirement, paid time off, and more. For details, https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

How to Apply

Click Apply Online.

Answer questions and attach required documents.

Submit application by 11:59 PM (ET) on 01/07/2026.

Agency Contact Information

Department of Navy EIC
NAS MERIDIAN SEC DET
423 Rosenbaum Avenue, Meridian, MS
Email: doneicy.mil

Next Steps

Application review, assessment, interview, and final decision will follow the agency’s procedure. For questions, email DONEICy.mil.

Fair and Transparent

Criminal history inquiries, financial suitability, privacy act, selective service, social security number request, etc.

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