Secure Facilities Architectural Engineer

Description

We are seeking a Secure Facilities Architectural Engineer to join our team in supporting an Intelligence Community (IC) program. This position involves reviewing project plans, construction security plans, and architectural drawings to ensure compliance with relevant Department of State (DoS) and IC standards. The ideal candidate will have a TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph and extensive experience in secure USG facilities construction and maintenance in overseas environments. If you have a passion for architectural engineering and a desire to contribute to the security of diplomatic facilities, we encourage you to apply.

Primary Responsibilities

• Reviewing project plans, construction Security Plans, and architectural drawings for compliance with relevant DoS and IC standards.
• Providing guidance to federal leadership on recommended changes and solutions to correct security deficiencies.
• Collaborating with project stakeholders on proposed solutions and design remediations.
• Assisting with the preparation of Congressional certification or internal confirmation packages.
• Responding to Requests for Information and providing architectural insight on potential technical security vulnerabilities.
• Providing support to the Congressional security certification process for US diplomatic facilities.
• Offering architectural/engineering input to draft policies, best practices, and studies.

Basic Qualifications

• TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph is required.
• BS degree and 12+ years (or master's with 10+ years) of prior relevant work experience.
• Experience in reviewing project plans, construction Security Plans, and architectural drawings for compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Deep understanding of secure USG facilities construction, maintenance, and operation in overseas environments.
• Capability in resolving highly complex problems using significant application of technical knowledge.
• Ability to communicate with executive leadership regarding significant project matters.
• Read and interpret blueprints and design documents for large, complex facilities.

Desired Experience

• Experience managing construction projects for U.S. diplomatic facilities overseas.
• Experience with secure power systems for Intelligence Community facilities and/or US Embassies.
• Working knowledge of DoS construction security policies contained in the FAM/FAH.
• Deep understanding of red/black power isolation and grounding requirements.
• Working knowledge of electric power generation systems, electronic controls, fuel systems, and life and safety.