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P11A
Physical Security Specialist (PSS)
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Subject matter expert at the installation, ship and separate activity/facility level for managing and executing physical security duties, responsibilities and assessments across all security disciplines in protection of critical DoD assets, resources and personnel.
Core Skills
- physical security program management
- threat and vulnerability assessment
- critical asset protection
- access control programs
- security inspection planning
- intrusion detection systems
- closed circuit television monitoring
- security policy compliance
- risk mitigation planning
Common Certifications
- Physical Security Professional (PSP)
- Certified Protection Professional (CPP)
- Certified Protection Officer (CPO)
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- FEMA Incident Command System Certifications
- ASIS International Professional Certified Investigator (PCI)
- Certified Emergency Manager (CEM)
Civilian Career Paths
- PHYSICAL SECURITY
- PRIVATE SECURITY
- EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
- FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Certified Protection Officer (CPO)
- FEMA ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800
- Physical Security Professional (PSP)
- CompTIA Security+
Career Growth
- Certified Protection Professional (CPP)
- ASIS International Professional Certified Investigator (PCI)
- Certified Emergency Manager (CEM)
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Data sourced from official Navy publications and public military occupational references. Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.