Security Design Manager

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ITA is seeking a ield Security Design Manager to join the team supporting the Department of State in Rosslyn VA.

Please note this opportunity is contingent upon successful contract award expected Spring 2026.

The Bureau of Diplomatic Security is responsible for the protection of U.S. personnel official facilities and residences in domestic and overseas locations. This team specifically supports the Technical Surveillance Countermeasures branch responsible for electronic security anti-eavesdropping and protecting diplomatic facilities and personnel from technical threats globally ensuring secure communications and facilities for U.S. diplomacy.

The Security Design Manager serves as the senior project coordinator for the design review and standards compliance section overseeing the training of design review engineers and staff and managing the section to ensure timely and accurate design review submissions. The manager evaluates building designs construction and modifications to identify critical elements and assists in planning and implementing acoustic and Radio Frequency (RF) policies and guidelines within the State Departments infrastructure. The role provides expert knowledge and guidance on security principles concepts methodologies and practices to protect Department facilities. The manager participates in project teams to develop and refine technical security standards particularly those related to Overseas Security Policy Board (OSPB) standards and prepares technical reports for senior government officials identifying potential security vulnerabilities and recommending effective risk mitigation measures. The manager reviews designs to confirm that countermeasures meet OSPB standards for New Embassy Compounds (NECs) New Office Buildings (NOBs) and major renovations supports the Certification Accreditation and Transit (CAT) Branch and the Bureau of Overseas Building Operations and participates in working groups focused on policy exceptions and mitigation processes. The manager performs and reviews vulnerability assessments as part of the DS Risk Management Framework. The Security Design Engineer is responsible for working with data throughout its lifecycle including collection management analysis reporting and secure disposition to support design review and compliance activities.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
Serves as the section lead ensuring consistent operations and providing employees with a clear
understanding of their responsibilities.
Acts as a liaison with post personnel and other countermeasure programs to ensure coordination
and alignment of efforts.
Creates a work environment that fosters individual growth and professional development.

Travel Requirements: 25-50% CONUS and OCONUS travel may be required for program coordination.

Current U.S. Government final Top Secret clearance and qualified for SCI access.
Eligible for able to obtain and maintain required security clearance and access approvals.
Minimum of ten years of experience in construction maintenance and facility management.
Bachelors degree in construction management or engineering certification as an electrical tradesman or in a similar field or an appropriate combination of education and experience.
Ability to understand and interpret building codes blueprints specifications foreign and domestic construction methods and other construction documents.
Ability to understand and explain Intelligence Community standards Overseas Security Policy Board (OSPB) technical and physical security standards and agency regulations.
Ability to interact effectively with groups and individuals outside their organization or agency and participate in interagency working groups.
Proficiency in Microsoft O365.
Demonstrated experience working with data throughout its lifecycle including collection management analysis reporting and secure disposition.
Positive attitude strong teamwork skills self-motivation and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Attention to detail multitasking ability and capacity to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Knowledge of acoustics and radio frequency fundamentals.
Ability to perform physical activities such as climbing manual labor using ladders and working on construction sites

ITA International proudly complies with all federal and state benefit and pay transparency laws. Employees of ITA can expect a robust benefit package including:

• Medical dental and vision plans
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability insurance (where applicable)
• Voluntary ancillary benefit options
• 401k retirement benefits with employer matching contributions

ITA International is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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