Physical Security Analyst

Peratons Physical Security team is responsible for the safety and security of all Peraton facilities across the enterprise. The team delivers this mission through electronic access control systems closed-circuit television (CCTV) and video management systems intrusion detection contracted guard services visitor management and ongoing physical security assessments. The team also plays a central role in Peratons growth activities forecasting physical security costs associated with new facility buildouts program captures and proposal efforts.

We are seeking a Physical Security Analyst to join the team as a junior-level individual contributor. This is a developmental role designed for someone with foundational experience in physical security facilities or a related security field who is looking to grow into a well-rounded physical security professional. The analyst will support the teams day-to-day operations as well as its proposal and growth activities working alongside senior team members on real-world projects from day one.

• Support day-to-day administration of enterprise physical security systems including access control CCTV/video management visitor management and intrusion detection
• Assist with badge issuance access provisioning/deprovisioning and routine access reviews
• Monitor and triage physical security alarms and events; escalate as appropriate
• Support investigations into facility-related security incidents and compile supporting documentation
• Help maintain accurate inventories of physical security equipment cameras readers and related assets

• Help coordinate day-to-day interactions with contracted guard service providers
• Review guard post orders patrol logs and incident reports for completeness
• Assist with guard scheduling coordination and documentation of post requirements
• Support site visits and quality checks of guard operations

• Support proposal and capture teams by developing physical security cost estimates for new facility buildouts and program expansions
• Research vendor pricing for access control CCTV intrusion detection and related physical security equipment
• Help maintain reusable pricing templates standardized bills of materials and historical cost data
• Compile physical security sections of proposal narratives under the direction of senior team members
• Participate in site surveys of candidate facilities and document findings

• Maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) site-specific security plans and system documentation
• Prepare periodic reports on access control activity incidents and system health
• Support audits physical security assessments and compliance reviews
• Maintain organized project files and documentation for proposal and buildout efforts

• Partner with Facilities IT Program Security and HR teams on cross-functional efforts
• Interact professionally with employees contractors and visitors regarding physical security matters
• Participate in team meetings project reviews and ongoing training

• 2 years of experience with a Bachelors degree in Criminal Justice Homeland Security Security Management Business or a related field
• At least 1 year of experience in physical security facility security law enforcement military security operations or a closely related role
• 6 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• Working familiarity with physical security concepts: access control CCTV intrusion detection visitor management and guard operations
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office particularly Excel (for pricing/cost work) Word and Outlook
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism
• US Citizenship required
• Ability to obtain a secret security clearance.
• Ability to work on-site at Peraton facilities as needed and travel occasionally to other Peraton locations

• Hands-on experience with any enterprise access control platform (e.g. Lenel AMAG Software House/CCURE Genetec Avigilon)
• Familiarity with any video management system (e.g. Milestone Genetec Avigilon Salient)
• Experience supporting proposals pricing or cost estimates in a government contracting environment
• Exposure to physical security standards UL 2050 DoD / IC construction standards ICD 705 fundamentals or RMF controls (CP PE families)
• Prior experience interacting with contracted guard services
• Active or prior security clearance (Secret or higher)
• Industry certifications such as PSP (Physical Security Professional) CPP (Certified Protection Professional) or on a path toward them

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the worlds leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider we deliver trusted highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land sea space air and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day our employees do the cant be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit to learn how were keeping people around the world safe and secure.