Physical Security Specialist

Job Title: Physical Security Specialist

Location:  Tempe, AZ

Division:  Operations

Department:  Director of Infrastructure Security & Compliance

About Us: 

Quantum Computing Inc. (QCi) (Nasdaq: QUBT) is an innovative, integrated photonics company that provides accessible and affordable quantum machines to the world today. QCi products are designed to operate at room temperature and low power at an affordable cost. The Company’s portfolio of core technology and products offer unique capabilities in the areas of high-performance computing, artificial intelligence, cyber security as well as remote sensing applications.

Scope of the Job:

QCi is seeking a Physical Security Specialist to help protect its facilities, personnel, and classified and proprietary information. This hands-on role will manage day-to-day physical security operations, including access control, video surveillance, alarm systems, and visitor management, while supporting the company’s Facility Clearance (FCL) and compliance with the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) and Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) requirements. The ideal candidate combines practical security-systems experience with a strong understanding of industrial security regulations and works effectively with employees, visitors, vendors, and government representatives.

Duties / Responsibilities:

• Security Systems Management: Standardize, manage, and monitor security systems, including video surveillance, electronic badge systems, alarms, and related maintenance or upgrades.
• Physical Access Control: Administer physical-access controls, including employee and visitor badges, access permissions, restricted areas, key control, and periodic access reviews.
• Inspections and Risk Assessments: Conduct physical-security inspections, annual self-inspections, risk assessments, and corrective-action tracking to address identified deficiencies.
• Incident Investigation and Reporting: Investigate and document security incidents, access violations, suspicious activity, and system alerts, escalating reportable matters to the Security Director and appropriate authorities.
• Facility Clearance and Regulatory Compliance: Support the company’s Facility Clearance (FCL) and compliance with the NISPOM, DCSA requirements, and applicable government security regulations.
• Personnel Security: Assist with personnel security activities, including clearance processing, briefings, debriefings, visit requests, and maintaining records in DISS and NISS.
• Visitor Control: Coordinate visitor-control procedures, including identity verification, access authorization, escort requirements, and retention of visitor records.
• Security Procedures and Documentation: Help develop and maintain standard operating procedures, site security plans, and related records, keeping them current with regulatory and operational changes.
• Security Education and Awareness: Support security awareness training, insider-threat program activities, and required initial and annual refresher briefings.
• Vendor and Audit Coordination: Coordinate with security vendors, contractors, and facilities personnel on installations and service, and help prepare for DCSA security reviews and internal audits.

Required Skills & Experience:

• 3–5 years of industrial or physical security experience, preferably with a cleared defense contractor
•  Working knowledge of the NISPOM (32 CFR Part 117), DCSA requirements, and applicable government security regulations
• Hands-on experience administering access-control, video surveillance, and intrusion alarm systems
• Familiarity with personnel security processes, including clearance processing and the DISS and NISS systems
• Strong investigative, documentation, and record-keeping skills with close attention to detail
• Ability to handle sensitive and classified information with discretion and sound judgment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office
• U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance

Additional Preferred Skills:

• Active DoD Secret clearance or higher
• Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, security management, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Hands-on experience processing clearances and maintaining records in DISS and NISS
• CDSE or industry certifications such as the Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC), Industrial Security Oversight Certification (ISOC), or ASIS Physical Security Professional (PSP)
• Experience preparing for and supporting DCSA security reviews
• Experience with enterprise access-control and video management platforms
• Familiarity with ITAR/EAR export controls and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) handling requirements
• Experience in a manufacturing, semiconductor, or research and development environment

Quantum Computing Inc. (QCi) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Incumbent(s) in this position may be required to perform other duties and special assignments not specifically stated above. Statements outlined in this section are designated as essential job functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.