Physical Security Hardware Specialist

Strategic Growth Partners provides both operations and strategic support to Tribal 8(a) and commercial organizations. Our client is a family of SBA-certified Native American Tribal 8(a) and multi-certified companies delivering IT, management consulting, and general construction solutions to the Federal Government and commercial sector.

They are seeking a Physical Security Hardware Specialist to support the United States Southern Command (USSOUTHCOM) Physical Security (PHYSEC) Branch in Doral, FL. In this critical role, you will install, maintain, troubleshoot, and manage Electronic Security Systems (ESS), LENEL Access Control Systems (ACS), Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) networks, and high-security locking hardware across classified and secure facilities (including SCIFs).

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• Mandatory Certification: Must possess a current CompTIA Security+ (SY0-601/701) or equivalent IAT Level II certification prior to day one.

• Post-Hire Training: Must attend the DoD Locksmith Course and earn certification within the first 2 years of employment (Tuition is fully company-paid; travel expenses are Government-funded).

• Technical Experience: Demonstrated hands-on experience installing and maintaining LENEL Access Control Systems, enterprise CCTV networks, Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), and electromechanical safe/vault locks (X-09, X-10, CDX, Simplex).

• Security Clearance: Must hold an active DoD Security Clearance compliant with USSOUTHCOM J2 and SCIF access requirements (typically Top Secret/SCI—verify specific contract DD Form 254 requirements).

• Physical & Operational: Ability to work at heights using aerial lifts/vehicles, move heavy physical security equipment (X-Ray machines, turnstiles), and meet strict 2-hour on-call recall requirements during off-duty hours, weekends, and holidays.

Our client provides a variety of benefits including company-paid health, dental & vision insurance coverage, as well as additional employee-paid health insurance options; company-paid life and disability insurance; 401k retirement savings plan with employer match; 11 company paid holidays per year, and paid time off.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This company complies with applicable federal contractor requirements regarding protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. They also provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities during the application process.