Protection Specialist
26 days ago
Norfolk
Job DescriptionSalary: $80,000 - $115,000 RMC is seeking a Protection Specialist for a full-time hybrid position to San Diego CA, National Capital Region, and Norfolk VA! Are you ready to embark on a fulfilling and impactful career journey with Risk Mitigation Consulting (RMC)? We're in search of an exceptional Protection Specialist to become a part of our mission-driven team, dedicated to making a difference in the federal and commercial markets. At RMC, we're all about enhancing security for both our military and global commercial partners, offering an array of services such as Risk Management, Mission Assurance, and Cybersecurity. Our team's well-being is paramount, and we reflect this commitment through our flexible work environment and exceptional company culture. By joining RMC, you become a key contributor to our mission Assuring Tomorrow! When you join RMC, you'll experience a range of benefits, including: • Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance plans fully covered for employees, • Subsidized dependent health care coverage, • Participation in our Annual Bonus Program, • Life insurance policy equivalent to 1x your annual salary., • Company paid short and long-term disability, • Cell phone reimbursement of $65 per month, • 401(k) Plan with contributions, • A 401(k) Safe Harbor Employer Contribution Program, which includes a 3% contribution Position Summary: The Protection Specialist supports RMCs Department of Defense customers as a subject matter expert in Security Forces, Physical Security, Antiterrorism, and Operational Security (OPSEC). This position directly contributes to Mission Assurance Assessments by identifying risks to critical assets, infrastructure, personnel, and mission support systems. The Protection Specialist evaluates installation protection programs, including Antiterrorism plans, Physical Security measures, and Security Operations, and provides recommendations that enhance integration across law enforcement, security, and Mission Assurance functions. Duties include document review, senior leader interviews, analysis of vulnerabilities, development of reports and briefings, and participation in working groups and conferences. Essential Functions: • Participate in assessment planning, • Draft assessment criteria, • Conduct onsite Antiterrorism, Security Forces, Physical Security and OPSEC assessments at military installations, facilities, and critical infrastructure locations, • Evaluate protection measures, local instructions, and procedures, • Collect, organize, and analyze data, • Draft briefs, reports, and white papers for internal and external audiences, • Coordinate schedules, reports, plans of action and milestones, • Conduct report reviews and quality checks, • Respond to DoD and Service-wide taskers, • Maintain current knowledge of Mission Assurance, Antiterrorism, Security Forces, Physical Security and OPSEC standards, policies, and threat environments, • Work independently and as a team member effectively, • Maintain a Secret security clearance Competencies: • Knowledgeable in Mission Assurance, Antiterrorism, Security Forces, Physical Security and OPSEC at installation and Region levels, • Demonstrated ability to critically evaluate protection programs, analyze complex information, and apply sound judgment to identify risks and recommend solutions, • Skilled in evaluating, coordinating and planning for the protection of personnel, information, property, and assets against attacks., • Proficient in critical infrastructure protection programs and DoD Risk Management processes, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to acknowledge, communicate, escalate, and resolve issues, • Capable of synthesizing large volumes of information in well-organized briefs and reports., • Effective at planning, prioritizing, and managing competing project requirements, • Comfortable engaging with senior military leadership in interview and briefing settings, • High level of integrity, customer focus, and professional motivation, • Proficient in Microsoft Office and collaboration platforms (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams; SharePoint experience a plus), • Knowledge of SharePoint 2010 or later a plus Education & Experience Requirements: • Minimum of 5 years of experience in Antiterrorism, Force Protection, Physical Security, Security Operations, or Threat Assessment within DoD or another federal agency, or a four-year degree in a relevant field, • Bachelors degree in Homeland Security, Criminal Justice, Security Management, or related field (experience may substitute for education), • Experience using vulnerability assessment tools and methodologies, • Prior experience conducting Antiterrorism, Security Forces, Physical Security and OPSEC assessments for DoD or other federal agencies strongly preferred Desired Certificates & Licenses: • DoD Antiterrorism Level II certification; OPSEC Program Manager/Coordinator training, • Antiterrorism Level II Certification Other Requirements: • Security Clearance: Obtaining a DoD Secret Clearance. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for clearance level required for the job., • Valid Passport: Possession of a current passport with a minimum of 8 months remaining until the expiration date., • Hybrid Role: Includes monthly travel to a local designated government site to work on secure networks and maintain access., • System Access: Must maintain access to NIPR/SIPR accounts through monthly site visits, • Travel Flexibility: Willingness and capability to travel, CONUS and OCONUS approximately 30% of the time., • Telework is authorized, subject to mission requirements., • Work Environment Compliance: Commitment to maintaining a drug-free work environment, U.S. Citizenship, and possession of a valid state driver's license. Want to take the next step in your career with RMC? This Protection Specialist role is where your skills and talents will thrive, and you'll be part of something truly meaningful. Join us today! Reasonable Accommodations Statement To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. RMC has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by your manager as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and RMC reserves the right to change this position description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as RMC may deem appropriate. RMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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