Construction Surveillance Technician (CST)
Job Description:
Position Overview
A defense and government contracting firm is seeking Construction Surveillance Technicians (CSTs) to monitor and document construction and renovation activities at sensitive government facilities. CSTs play a critical role in protecting classified information by maintaining continuous oversight of contractor personnel working in or near restricted areas.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide continuous visual surveillance of construction contractor personnel working within or adjacent to sensitive or restricted government spaces
- Escort and monitor contractor workers to prevent unauthorized access to classified areas, equipment, or information
- Maintain detailed daily logs documenting contractor activities, personnel counts, and any security incidents
- Coordinate with facility security officers and government site managers to enforce access control policies
- Identify and immediately report any security violations, suspicious activity, or policy breaches
- Conduct thorough inspections of contractor tools, equipment, and materials entering and exiting work areas
- Support site security briefings and contractor badging processes as required
Requirements
- Active security clearance required (minimum Secret; TS preferred)
- US citizenship required
- Prior experience in physical security, military, law enforcement, or government facility security
- Ability to remain alert and attentive during extended surveillance shifts
- Strong observational skills and ability to maintain thorough written records
- Ability to work onsite in New England, ND
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior CST or TSCM (Technical Surveillance Countermeasures) experience
- Familiarity with NISPOM, ICD 705, or similar government security standards
- Military security, intelligence, or counterintelligence background
- Experience working on government construction or renovation projects
Screening Questions
- Do you currently hold an active Secret or Top Secret security clearance?
- Do you have prior experience in physical security, government facility oversight, or construction surveillance?
- Are you able to work onsite full-time in New England, ND for the duration of this assignment?