Construction Surveillance Technician (CST)

The Mission Essential Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An international security firm is looking for a Construction Security Technician in the United Kingdom. This role involves ensuring that construction activities align with strict security protocols and safeguards U.S. Government assets. The successful candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in construction security, with a current CST cert. An active TS/SCI security clearance is mandatory. This position may require working extensive hours, including weekends.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in construction security surveillance, technical surveillance countermeasures, or industrial security.
• Current CST certification (include copy).
• 2+ years of experience providing construction services overseas for the DoD.
• Active TS/SCI security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop knowledge of various construction disciplines including civil, architectural, mechanical, electrical.
• Monitor and protect secure spaces applying construction security principles.
• Ensure compliance with ICD-705 security requirements throughout construction phases.

Skills

Construction surveillance

Technical surveillance countermeasures

Security compliance

Blueprint interpretation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

Job description

Position: Construction Security Technician

Location: United Kingdom

Clearance: TS/SCI

Job Description

Mission Essential is seeking a skilled and motivated Construction Surveillance Technician to support U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) operations in the United Kingdom. This is an exciting opportunity to play a critical role in safeguarding sensitive construction projects and supporting national security objectives abroad.

As a key member of our team, you will help ensure that construction and renovation activities meet strict security standards by identifying and mitigating potential threats. You’ll gain exposure to a variety of engineering disciplines and contribute directly to the security of U.S. Government assets overseas.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop working knowledge of various construction disciplines including civil, architectural, mechanical, electrical, and electronic engineering.
• Read and interpret architectural and engineering blueprints; analyze structural designs to detect any hidden or unintended features that may compromise security.
• Apply expertise in technical surveillance countermeasures (TSCM) and construction security principles to monitor and protect secure spaces.
• Implement and maintain compliance with ICD-705 security requirements throughout all phases of construction and renovation.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure construction integrity and adherence to classified security protocols.

Minimum Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in construction security surveillance, technical surveillance countermeasures, or Industrial security, including construction quality assurance or hands‑on supervisory construction
• Current CST certification (include copy)
• 2+ years of experience with providing construction services overseas for the DoD
• Ability to work holidays and weekends up to 60/hr weeks when required
• Active TS/SCI security clearance
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

Desired Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in construction
• Completion of Department of State Construction Surveillance Technician Course SE631
• Completion of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Construction Training