{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"f0cf2d8d199ddbd1b7febbe4","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f0cf2d8d199ddbd1b7febbe4","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f0cf2d8d199ddbd1b7febbe4","title":"Physical Security Operations Supervisor","description":"Physical Security Supervisor, Group LeaderWhy choose between doing meaningful work and having a fulfilling life? At MITRE, you can have both. That's because MITRE people are committed to tackling our nation's toughest challenges-and we're committed to the long-term well-being of our employees. MITRE is different from most technology companies. We are a not-for-profit corporation chartered to work for the public interest, with no commercial conflicts to influence what we do. The R&D centers we operate for the government create lasting impact in fields as diverse as cybersecurity, healthcare, aviation, defense, and enterprise transformation. We're making a difference every day-working for a safer, healthier, and more secure nation and world. Our workplace reflects our values. We offer competitive benefits, exceptional professional development opportunities for career growth, and a culture of innovation that embraces adaptability, collaboration, technical excellence, and people in partnership. If this sounds like the choice you want to make, then choose MITRE - and make a difference with us.\r\nJob OverviewThe MITRE Corporation is seeking a highly qualified candidate to serve as a Physical Security Supervisor, Group Leader (GL) within our Physical Security Operations organization located in Bedford, MA. The Group Leader is responsible for developing, staffing, leading, and sustaining a 24/7/365 physical security operations program that ensures the protection of MITRE's personnel, information, facilities, and mission-critical assets. This position provides strategic and operational leadership over Shift Leaders and Security Operations Center Operators (SOCOs), ensuring consistent execution of physical protection standards, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence across all shifts. This role serves as a key member of the Physical Security leadership team and represents security management in matters involving operational readiness, emergency response, investigations, and workforce management. The position requires flexibility to support a continuous 24/7/365 mission environment.\r\nRoles & ResponsibilitiesDevelops, staffs, and operates a 24/7/365 physical security service organization to ensure appropriate safeguards for MITRE's information, assets, and personnel.\r\nProvides supervision and leadership to Shift Leaders and SOCOs, ensuring consistent operational execution across all shifts.\r\nDirects and schedules all shifts for the Security Operations Center, contract guard force, and reception personnel in coordination with operational requirements.\r\nEnsures adequate safeguarding of classified and sensitive information in accordance with the National Industrial Security Program and internal policies.\r\nMaintains an effective access control and physical protection program across all assigned facilities.\r\nWorks a flexible schedule to ensure leadership availability in support of 24/7/365 operations, including response to emergent or high-impact events.\r\nDevelops position requirements, conducts recruitment activities, interviews candidates, and makes hiring recommendations.\r\nSupervises assigned employees and ensures proper onboarding, training, certification, and qualification of personnel.\r\nEnsures the training and development of subordinates to satisfy operational requirements and maintain readiness.\r\nReviews performance of subordinate supervisors and operators; provides coaching, feedback, and promotion recommendations when appropriate.\r\nEstablishes clear performance standards and accountability mechanisms to maintain high operational discipline.\r\nEnsures adherence to all physical security policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.\r\nEvaluates operational effectiveness through audits, inspections, drills, and performance metrics.\r\nMaintains readiness of electronic security systems including access control, intrusion detection, CCTV, fire alarm systems, and emergency communications systems.\r\nPartners with Industrial Security, EH&S, Facilities, and other stakeholders to ensure an integrated security posture.\r\nSupports continuity of operations planning and emergency preparedness initiatives.\r\nPerforms or oversees investigations relating to security violations, incidents, and acts of wrongdoing within the MITRE campus.\r\nEnsures proper documentation, reporting, and follow-up actions related to incidents.\r\nResponds to medical and other emergency situations and ensures proper coordination with internal and external emergency responders.\r\nServes as escalation authority for significant operational issues or security events.\r\nBasic QualificationsTypically requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree; or 3 years and a Master's degree; or a PhD with relevant experience who can immediately contribute at this job step; or equivalent combination of related education and work experience.\r\nExperience in physical security operations, supervisory security leadership, military, or law enforcement experience preferred.\r\nDemonstrated experience supervising supervisors or managing multi-layered security teams.\r\nStrong knowledge of physical security principles including access control, intrusion detection systems, CCTV, life safety systems, and emergency response procedures.\r\nExperience operating in a cleared facility environment with working knowledge of the National Industrial Security Program (NISP).\r\nProven ability to lead in a 24/7/365 operational environment requiring flexibility and responsiveness.\r\nStrong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to brief senior leadership.\r\nDemonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, and decision-making authority in high-stress situations.\r\nThis position requires a minimum Top Secret security clearance with the ability to maintain access to classified information as required by program needs.\r\nPer the U.S. Government's eligibility requirements, you must be a U.S Citizen to be considered for a security clearance.\r\nThis position has an on-site requirement of 5 days a week on-site.\r\nPreferred QualificationsDemonstrated expertise in the application and implementation of U.S. Government security standards, including 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM) and associated government security regulations.\r\nAdvanced understanding of physical security principles, industrial security practices, and regulatory compliance frameworks applicable to cleared facilities.\r\nHands-on experience utilizing joint or enterprise security databases employed within the industrial security community.\r\nProfessional security certification such as Certified Protection Professional (CPP), Physical Security Professional (PSP), or equivalent credential.\r\nOperational experience with enterprise security systems including CCURE Access Control, Security Information Management System (SIMS), and Ocularis video management systems.\r\nAssociate's, Bachelor's, or Master's degree in Security Management, Criminal Justice, Emergency Management, or related discipline.\r\nThis requisition requires the candidate to have a minimum of the following clearance(s): Top Secret This requisition requires the hired candidate to have or obtain, within one year from the date of hire, the following clearance(s): Top Secret Salary compensation range and midpoint:$96,800 - $121,000 - $145,200 Annual Work Location Type: Onsite\r\nCommitment to Non-Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local or international law. MITRE intends to maintain a website that is fully accessible to all individuals. If you are unable to search or apply for jobs and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of MITRE's employment process, please email recruitinghelp@mitre.org for general support and collegerecruiting@mitre.org for intern positions. This service is for individuals requiring reasonable accommodation requests. 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