Location: Plain City, OH, United States
Cleared Escort with TS/SCI Clearance with Full Scope Poly
Plain City, OH
Join IDS International’s National Security Services team supporting secure & mission-critical environments.
Cleared Escorts support secure facility operations by escorting uncleared personnel within government environments and ensuring compliance with established security procedures. This role operates in a high-visibility setting with continuous interaction with customer and government stakeholders. Escorts are responsible for maintaining situational awareness, enforcing escort protocols, and representing the program professionally in a customer-facing environment.
Key Responsibilities
Escort and monitor uncleared personnel within secure facilities
Ensure compliance with customer and government security procedures
Maintain constant awareness of escorted personnel
Communicate effectively with security staff, vendors, and site leadership
Represent the program professionally in a customer-facing role
Required Qualifications
Clearance
: Active Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance with Full Scope (FS) Polygraph required
Citizenship
: U.S. Citizen
Required Experience
:
Ability to escort and monitor personnel within secure environments
Ability to ensure compliance with established security procedures
Ability to always maintain awareness of personnel and surroundings
Ability to communicate effectively with staff, vendors, and leadership
Ability to work in a customer-facing environment
Physical Requirements
:
Must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, and move throughout secure facilities for extended periods of time
Position may require occasional lifting and/or movement of moderate amounts of weight, depending on assignment requirements
Preferred Qualifications
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Reliable, punctual, and dependable
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Team-first mindset
Basic computer proficiency (email, scheduling, tracking)
Prior customer service experience
Previous government or customer-site experience
Construction or vendor oversight experience
Experience working in complex or fast-paced environments
Comfortable overseeing diverse teams and personalities
Work Schedule & Conditions
Standard Schedule
: Monday–Friday, 0600–1430 or 0700–1530
Hours
: Guaranteed 40 hours per week
Overtime
: Overtime opportunities available (time and a half)
Flexibility Requirement
: Must be available for occasional weekend 0700–1530 and overnight 2100–0500 shift support
Compensation & Benefits
Rate
: $ 49.00 per hour
OT Rate
: $ 73.50 per hour (for hours worked over 40/week)
Health, 401(k), PTO & Sick Leave, and Paid Holidays are available to all W2 employees of IDS
.
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Location: Arlington, VA, United States
Cleared Escort with TS/SCI Clearance with Full Scope Poly
Arlington, VA
Join IDS International’s National Security Services team supporting secure & mission-critical environments.
Cleared Escorts support secure facility operations by escorting uncleared personnel within government environments and ensuring compliance with established security procedures. This role operates in a high-visibility setting with continuous interaction with customer and government stakeholders. Escorts are responsible for maintaining situational awareness, enforcing escort protocols, and representing the program professionally in a customer-facing environment.
Key Responsibilities
Escort and monitor uncleared personnel within secure facilities
Ensure compliance with customer and government security procedures
Maintain constant awareness of escorted personnel
Communicate effectively with security staff, vendors, and site leadership
Represent the program professionally in a customer-facing role
Required Qualifications
Clearance
: Active Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance with Full Scope (FS) Polygraph required
Citizenship
: U.S. Citizen
Required Experience
:
Ability to escort and monitor personnel within secure environments
Ability to ensure compliance with established security procedures
Ability to always maintain awareness of personnel and surroundings
Ability to communicate effectively with staff, vendors, and leadership
Ability to work in a customer-facing environment
Physical Requirements
:
Must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, and move throughout secure facilities for extended periods of time
Position may require occasional lifting and/or movement of moderate amounts of weight, depending on assignment requirements
Preferred Qualifications
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Reliable, punctual, and dependable
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Team-first mindset
Basic computer proficiency (email, scheduling, tracking)
Prior customer service experience
Previous government or customer-site experience
Construction or vendor oversight experience
Experience working in complex or fast-paced environments
Comfortable overseeing diverse teams and personalities
Work Schedule & Conditions
Standard Schedule
: Monday–Friday, 0600–1430 or 0700–1530
Hours
: Guaranteed 40 hours per week
Overtime
: Overtime opportunities available (time and a half)
Flexibility Requirement
: Must be available for occasional weekend 0700–1530 and overnight 2100–0500 shift support
Compensation & Benefits
Rate
: $ 49.00 per hour
OT Rate
: $ 73.50 per hour (for hours worked over 40/week)
Health, 401(k), PTO & Sick Leave, and Paid Holidays are available to all W2 employees of IDS
.
Apply
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Location: Plain City, OH, United States
Cleared Escort with TS/SCI Clearance
(*No poly required)
Plain City, OH
Join IDS International’s Cleared Programs team supporting secure and mission-critical environments.
Cleared Escorts support secure facility operations by escorting uncleared personnel within government environments and ensuring compliance with established security procedures. This role operates in a high-visibility setting with continuous interaction with customer and government stakeholders. Escorts are responsible for maintaining situational awareness, enforcing escort protocols, and representing the program professionally in a customer-facing environment.
Key Responsibilities
Escort and monitor uncleared personnel within secure facilities
Ensure compliance with customer and government security procedures
Maintain constant awareness of escorted personnel
Communicate effectively with security staff, vendors, and site leadership
Represent the program professionally in a customer-facing role
Required Qualifications
Clearance:
Active Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance
Citizenship:
U.S. Citizen
Required Experience:
Ability to escort and monitor personnel within secure environments
Ability to ensure compliance with established security procedures
Ability to always maintain awareness of personnel and surroundings
Ability to communicate effectively with staff, vendors, and leadership
Ability to work in a customer-facing environment
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, and move throughout secure facilities for extended periods of time
Position may require occasional lifting and/or movement of moderate amounts of weight, depending on assignment requirements
Preferred Qualifications
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Reliable, punctual, and dependable
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Team-first mindset
Basic computer proficiency (email, scheduling, tracking)
Prior customer service experience
Previous government or customer-site experience
Construction or vendor oversight experience
Experience working in complex or fast-paced environments
Comfortable overseeing diverse teams and personalities
Work Schedule & Conditions
Standard Schedule:
Monday–Friday, 0600–1430 or 0700–1530
Hours:
Guaranteed 40 hours per week
OT Hours:
Overtime opportunities available (time and a half)
Flexibility Requirement
: Must be available for occasional weekend 0700–1530 and overnight 2100–0500 shift support
Compensation & Benefits
Rate:
$ 44.00 per hour
OT Rate
: $ 66.00 per hour (for hours worked over 40/week)
Health, 401(k), PTO & Sick Leave, and Paid Holidays are available to all W2 employees of IDS
.
Apply
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Location: Columbia, MD, United States
Production Artist
Locations
Columbia, MD
Shifts Available
Please note, candidates must be flexible. Work schedules are generally standard business hours; however, project deadlines and client needs may occasionally require schedule adjustments.
Job Description
ADG Creative, an IDS subsidiary is seeking a talented and detail-oriented
Production Artist
to support the development of high-quality creative and branded communications across multiple formats and channels. This role is ideal for a design professional who can create polished, high-quality work within established brand systems, produce presentations, digital assets, social graphics, marketing materials, branded templates, and other visual communications for government and commercial clients.
A portfolio demonstrating strong visual design skills, presentation development, typography, and layout expertise is required for consideration.
Key Duties
• Produce high-quality creative assets across presentations, social media, marketing collateral, digital campaigns, templates, and branded communications.
• Extend and apply established brand standards across new deliverables while maintaining visual consistency and attention to detail.
• Create, maintain, and improve PowerPoint, Word, Canva, and Adobe templates that are flexible, editable, intuitive, and visually polished.
• Prepare graphics and visual assets for websites, digital marketing initiatives, presentations, print materials, and internal communications.
• Adapt, resize, and reformat existing creative for multiple audiences, platforms, and delivery channels while preserving design integrity.
• Manage multiple projects and quick-turn creative requests while delivering work that consistently meets quality standards.
• Ensure layouts, typography, imagery, spacing, hierarchy, and overall design execution align with established brand guidelines and best practices.
• Prepare production-ready files and apply technical specifications required for both digital and print distribution.
• Conduct thorough quality assurance reviews to ensure accuracy, consistency, usability, and technical readiness prior to final delivery.
• Collaborate with marketing and business stakeholders to translate concepts into visually compelling deliverables.
Requirements
• Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) or Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree required. Four (4) additional years of relevant experience may be substituted for the degree.
• Minimum seven (7) years of professional graphic design experience, preferably within an agency, consulting, professional services, or in-house marketing environment.
• Portfolio demonstrating exceptional typography, layout, presentation design, and visual hierarchy skills.
• Experience designing within established brand systems and adapting creative across multiple formats and channels.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Working knowledge of digital and print production best practices.
Technology
• Advanced proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud, including InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Acrobat.
• Advanced PowerPoint skills, including experience creating polished presentations, master slides, and editable templates.
• Experience designing and developing content within the Microsoft Office suite.
• Familiarity with Adobe XD, Sketch, or Figma is preferred.
Compensation
• Salary Range:
$85,000 - $95,000
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
Work Environment
• Full-Time Position
• Hybrid work environment with in-person collaboration in Columbia, MD and opportunities for remote work when appropriate.
Location: Muscatatuck, IN, United States
Job Title
Exercise Planner
Why IDS?
IDS believes in resolving conflict, building innovative approaches to do so. Combining operational expertise with an intimate understanding of today’s greatest challenges, we bring our customers the solutions required for success in a complex and multidimensional world. IDS tailors solutions for a diverse range of government, military, nonprofit, and public-sector clients.
Locations
Muscatatuck, Indiana
Shifts Available
Please note, candidates must be flexible. Shift times are general hours; some projects may require earlier or later reporting based on customer requirements.
Job Description
IDS is seeking an Exercise Planner to support the planning, coordination, and execution of cyber training events and exercises. The selected candidate will work with stakeholders to develop exercise objectives, coordinate resources, manage schedules, and ensure successful execution of training activities. This position requires strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while supporting cybersecurity training initiatives within the Department of Defense community. The ideal candidate will be capable of working independently and collaboratively to develop and deliver realistic and effective cyber training events.
Key Duties
• Plan, coordinate, and execute cyber training events and exercises.
• Manage multiple projects with varying scopes, requirements, and timelines.
• Develop exercise timelines, milestones, and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure training objectives are achieved.
• Support the design and execution of cyber training scenarios.
• Track exercise planning activities and ensure deliverables are completed on schedule.
• Collaborate with internal and external participants to support exercise execution.
• Assist in resource coordination and scheduling for training events.
• Monitor project progress and provide status updates to leadership.
• Support after-action reviews and exercise improvement efforts.
Requirements
• Must have an Active Secret clearance.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with different scopes and timelines.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to plan, execute, and manage cyber training scenarios effectively.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment with minimal supervision.
• Experience in planning and managing cybersecurity training events within the DoD community.
Compensation
• Competitive Hourly Pay
• Benefits
Location: Muscatatuck, IN, United States
Job Title
Information Technology Technician I (Computer Network Support Specialist)
Why IDS?
IDS believes in resolving conflict, building innovative approaches to do so. Combining operational expertise with an intimate understanding of today’s greatest challenges, we bring our customers the solutions required for success in a complex and multidimensional world. IDS tailors solutions for a diverse range of government, military, nonprofit, and public-sector clients.
Locations
Muscatatuck, Indiana
Shifts Available
Please note, candidates must be flexible. Shift times are general hours; some projects may require earlier or later reporting based on customer requirements.
Job Description
IDS is seeking an Information Technology Technician I to provide technical support for computer systems, network infrastructure, and enterprise IT environments. The selected candidate will assist with the administration, maintenance, monitoring, and troubleshooting of Windows and Linux systems while supporting physical, virtual, and cloud-based network environments. This position requires a foundation in information technology and networking, along with experience supporting enterprise systems and virtualization technologies in a secure operational environment.
Key Duties
• Support the operation and maintenance of computer systems and network infrastructure.
• Assist with administration of Windows enterprise and Linux server operating systems.
• Monitor system and network performance across physical, virtual, and cloud environments.
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, and network-related issues.
• Support virtualization platforms and hosted environments.
• Assist with implementation and maintenance of network and system configurations.
• Support infrastructure monitoring and routine system maintenance activities.
• Identify and report system vulnerabilities and support mitigation efforts.
• Maintain technical documentation and administrative records.
• Coordinate with technical teams to support operational and project requirements.
Requirements
• Associate degree or equivalent experience.
• Active Secret security clearance required.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience working with computer systems, information technology, and networking.
• Demonstrated experience with Windows enterprise and Linux server operating systems engineering and administration, including knowledge of network vulnerabilities, attack vectors, and mitigation.
• Demonstrated experience with cloud, physical, and virtual network architecture, engineering, and infrastructure monitoring.
• Expertise with hypervisors such as VMware, KVM, and Xen.
Compensation
• Competitive Hourly Pay
• Benefits
Location: Muscatatuck, IN, United States
Job Title
Multidomain Operations Manager (Project Management Specialist II)
Why IDS?
IDS believes in resolving conflict, building innovative approaches to do so. Combining operational expertise with an intimate understanding of today’s greatest challenges, we bring our customers the solutions required for success in a complex and multidimensional world. IDS tailors solutions for a diverse range of government, military, nonprofit, and public-sector clients.
Locations
Muscatatuck, Indiana
Shifts Available
Please note, candidates must be flexible. Shift times are general hours; some projects may require earlier or later reporting based on customer requirements.
Job Description
IDS is seeking a Multidomain Operations Manager (Project Management Specialist II) to support the planning, development, coordination, and execution of complex multidomain operations projects. The selected candidate will lead efforts focused primarily on Electronic Warfare (EW) operations, with a secondary focus on Cyber Operations, while supporting integration across multiple operational domains. This position requires a proven ability to manage large-scale projects, coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, establish responsibilities, manage schedules and budgets, and ensure successful execution of mission requirements. The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of multidomain operations and the ability to synchronize efforts across diverse organizations and functional areas.
Key Duties
• Plan, scope, develop, design, and direct major multidomain operations projects.
• Lead project efforts focused on Electronic Warfare operations and related mission requirements.
• Support integration of Cyber Operations into multidomain planning and execution activities.
• Coordinate with external agencies, organizations, and stakeholders to achieve project objectives.
• Collaborate with internal functional elements to establish responsibilities and align expectations.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, milestones, and deliverables.
• Monitor project execution to ensure requirements, timelines, and objectives are met.
• Control and manage project budgets and resource allocations.
• Facilitate communication and coordination among participating organizations and mission partners.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies to support successful outcomes.
• Support multidomain operational planning and integration activities across various mission areas.
• Provide project status updates, reports, and recommendations to leadership and stakeholders.
Requirements
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Active Top Secret security clearance required.
• Minimum of 8–10 years of experience planning, scoping, developing, designing, and directing major projects with broad requirements in Multidomain Operations.
• Experience focused on Electronic Warfare operations with a secondary focus on Cyber Operations.
• Preferred experience in Electronic Warfare.
• Cyber Operations and Intelligence Operations experience will be considered.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating with external contributing agencies and organizations.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating with various functional elements within an organization.
• Demonstrated experience establishing responsibilities and setting expectations across stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience controlling and managing project budgets and schedules.
Compensation
• Competitive Hourly Pay
• Benefits
Location: Muscatatuck, IN, United States
Job Title
Project Coordinator (Project Management Specialist)
Why IDS?
IDS believes in resolving conflict, building innovative approaches to do so. Combining operational expertise with an intimate understanding of today’s greatest challenges, we bring our customers the solutions required for success in a complex and multidimensional world. IDS tailors solutions for a diverse range of government, military, nonprofit, and public-sector clients.
Locations
Muscatatuck, Indiana
Shifts Available
Please note, candidates must be flexible. Shift times are general hours; some projects may require earlier or later reporting based on customer requirements.
Job Description
IDS is seeking a Project Coordinator to provide administrative and project support services in a dynamic operational environment. The selected candidate will support daily office operations, assist project and program leadership with administrative activities, maintain project documentation, coordinate meetings and communications, and help ensure organizational processes run efficiently. This position requires strong organizational skills and the ability to support multiple priorities while maintaining accurate records and documentation.
Key Duties
• Provide general office management and administrative support services.
• Answer and direct phone calls and respond to inquiries.
• Organize and schedule meetings and appointments.
• Produce and distribute correspondence, memos, letters, and forms.
• Develop and maintain filing systems and project records.
• Provide support to visitors and staff.
• Assist with project management documentation and recordkeeping.
• Support Program Managers and Project Managers with administrative taskings.
• Assist with HR-related processes and procedures.
• Communicate with coworkers and assist with problem resolution.
• Utilize Microsoft products to support administrative and project requirements.
Requirements
• Secret clearance required
• Associate degree or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated experience in general office management services.
• Demonstrated experience with HR policies and procedures and assisting with problem resolution.
• Demonstrated experience with Microsoft products.
• Demonstrated experience organizing and building project management documentation.
• Demonstrated experience assisting Program and Project Managers with administrative taskings.
Compensation
• Competitive Hourly Pay
• Benefits
Location: Muscatatuck, IN, United States
Job Title
Training Director II (Training and Development Manager)
Why IDS?
IDS believes in resolving conflict, building innovative approaches to do so. Combining operational expertise with an intimate understanding of today’s greatest challenges, we bring our customers the solutions required for success in a complex and multidimensional world. IDS tailors solutions for a diverse range of government, military, nonprofit, and public-sector clients.
Locations
Muscatatuck, Indiana
Shifts Available
Please note, candidates must be flexible. Shift times are general hours; some projects may require earlier or later reporting based on customer requirements.
Job Description
IDS is seeking a Training Director II to lead the planning, development, coordination, and execution of cyber training programs in support of mission requirements. The selected candidate will work closely with leadership, stakeholders, and subject matter experts to identify training needs, establish learning objectives, and ensure effective delivery of training across cyber and multidomain environments. This position requires experience managing personnel, overseeing cyber training activities, and supporting realistic training scenarios within cyber range and test bed environments. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of cyber operations, training development processes, and the technologies required to support advanced training exercises.
Key Duties
• Lead the planning, development, and execution of cyber training programs and events.
• Collaborate with leadership and subject matter experts to identify training requirements and develop effective training objectives.
• Supervise personnel involved in training development and delivery activities.
• Support Army and Joint Cyber Training exercises and training events.
• Develop and coordinate training schedules, materials, and resources.
• Oversee training activities conducted within cyber range and computer test bed environments.
• Ensure training objectives align with mission and operational requirements.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and recommend improvements to training programs.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to support the execution of training scenarios and exercises.
• Support the integration of OT/IT technologies, networking, cellular systems, and IT infrastructure into training environments.
• Assist in the development of realistic operational scenarios to support cyber training objectives.
• Provide reports, recommendations, and updates regarding training activities and outcomes.
Requirements
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Active TS/SCI security clearance required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in cyber range or computer test bed environments.
• Minimum of five (5) years of supervisory experience.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience conducting Army and Joint Cyber Training.
• Demonstrated experience collaborating with leadership teams and subject matter experts to identify training needs and create effective training objectives.
• Working knowledge of OT/IT technologies, cellular systems, networking, and IT management and implementation for training scenarios.
Compensation
• Competitive Hourly Pay
• Benefits
Location: Columbia, MD, United States
Job Title
Communications Specialist
Why IDS?
IDS believes in resolving conflict and building innovative approaches to do so. Combining operational expertise with an intimate understanding of today’s greatest challenges, we bring our customers the solutions required for success in a complex and multidimensional world. IDS tailors solutions for a diverse range of government, military, nonprofit, and public-sector clients.
Locations
Columbia, MD
Shifts Available
This is a full-time, on-site position. Candidates must be flexible and available to support occasional evening, weekend, or holiday requirements based on customer and project needs.
Job Description
IDS is seeking an experienced Communications Specialist for ADG Creative, an IDS subsidiary, to support strategic communications and marketing initiatives for federal and commercial clients. The ideal candidate will develop and execute communications strategies, create compelling content for a variety of audiences, collaborate with stakeholders, and support outreach and engagement efforts. This position requires exceptional writing, editing, and presentation skills, along with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Key Duties
• Support corporate communications and marketing efforts, including communications strategy development, content creation, and presentations.
• Plan and develop the creation and execution of strategic communications and multimedia deliverables.
• Research, write, and edit tailored messaging for internal stakeholders, external partners, leadership, and current and future workforce audiences.
• Collaborate with internal and external subject matter experts and stakeholders to develop briefings, white papers, talking points, articles, reports, marketing content, outreach materials, and other communications products.
• Develop innovative communications approaches to support change management, outreach, workforce development, and corporate initiatives.
• Coordinate and facilitate discovery sessions, workshops, and information-sharing activities.
• Advise clients, provide recommendations, and support the development of strategic marketing and communications solutions.
• Assist in managing project schedules, budgets, customer engagement activities, and service delivery requirements.
• Ensure all communications products are aligned with brand standards and consistent in style, quality, and messaging.
• Adhere to established standards, best practices, and processes for content creation, quality control, delivery, and content repurposing.
• Present communications concepts and ideas effectively to clients and stakeholders.
Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, English, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant communications, marketing, public affairs, or related experience preferred.
• Active TS/SCI Clearance with
Full Scope Polygraph
required.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships with clients, leadership, and team members.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent initiatives and competing priorities.
• Self-starter with the ability to operate with limited direction.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Writing samples required.
Compensation
• $70,000 - $90,000 annually
• Benefits
Location: Columbia, MD, United States
Job Title
Senior Communications Specialist
Why IDS?
IDS believes in resolving conflict and building innovative approaches to do so. Combining operational expertise with an intimate understanding of today’s greatest challenges, we bring our customers the solutions required for success in a complex and multidimensional world. IDS tailors solutions for a diverse range of government, military, nonprofit, and public-sector clients.
Locations
Columbia, MD
Shifts Available
This is a full-time, on-site position. Candidates must be flexible and available to support occasional evening, weekend, or holiday requirements based on customer and project needs.
Job Description
IDS is seeking an experienced Senior Communications Specialist for ADG Creative, an IDS subsidiary, to lead strategic communications and marketing initiatives for federal and commercial clients. The ideal candidate will serve as a trusted communications advisor, developing communication strategies, executive-level content, stakeholder engagement initiatives, and outreach efforts that support organizational and client objectives. This position requires exceptional communication skills, strong client-facing experience, and the ability to manage complex communications initiatives from planning through execution.
Key Duties
• Lead the development and execution of strategic communications and marketing initiatives supporting client and organizational objectives.
• Develop communication strategies, messaging frameworks, and engagement plans for diverse audiences.
• Research, write, and edit executive-level communications products, including presentations, briefings, white papers, talking points, articles, reports, marketing content, and outreach materials.
• Serve as a strategic communications advisor to clients, stakeholders, and leadership teams.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts and stakeholders to develop high-quality communications products and deliverables.
• Lead communications efforts supporting change management, outreach, workforce development, and organizational initiatives.
• Facilitate discovery sessions, workshops, meetings, and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Provide strategic guidance and recommendations to support communications and marketing objectives.
• Assist in managing project schedules, budgets, customer relationships, and service delivery requirements.
• Ensure all communications products align with brand standards and maintain consistency in style, quality, and messaging.
• Adhere to established standards, best practices, and processes for content creation, quality control, delivery, and content repurposing.
• Present communications strategies, concepts, and recommendations effectively to clients and senior leadership.
Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, English, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant communications, marketing, public affairs, strategic communications, or related experience preferred.
• Active TS/SCI Clearance with
Full Scope Polygraph
required.
• Demonstrated experience developing and executing strategic communications initiatives.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and leadership.
• Strong organizational, project management, and client engagement skills.
• Ability to manage multiple high-priority initiatives simultaneously.
• Self-starter with the ability to operate independently and provide strategic leadership.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Writing samples required.
Compensation
• $90,000 - $110,000 annually
• Benefits
Location: Muscatatuck, IN, United States
Senior Network Engineer – III (Computer Network Architect)
Why IDS?
IDS delivers innovative, mission-focused solutions that support national security and critical operations. By combining technical expertise with operational insight, we help solve complex challenges across DoD and government environments. At IDS, you’ll contribute to high-impact programs supporting advanced cyber and network operations.
Location
Muscatatuck, Indiana
Job Description
IDS is seeking a highly experienced
Senior Network Engineer III
to support enterprise and cyber range network architecture within a DoD environment. This position requires deep expertise in designing, implementing, and managing complex network infrastructures across distributed test range environments.
The ideal candidate will serve as a technical leader responsible for network design, wireless infrastructure integration, and support of advanced cyber test and training environments.
Key Responsibilities
Design, configure, and maintain
enterprise network architectures
supporting cyber range operations
Manage and optimize
routing, switching, firewalls, DNS, VPNs, and VLANs
Support
distributed test range environments
, including policy and procedure development
Engineer and maintain
network infrastructure across physical and virtualized systems
Provide technical support for
DoD network nodes and cyber range platforms
Develop and implement
network policies, standards, and best practices
Support
wireless network infrastructure
, including modern cellular and Wi-Fi technologies
Troubleshoot complex network issues and ensure high availability and performance
Requirements
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Network Engineering, Cybersecurity, Information Management, or related discipline
OR
equivalent experience in lieu of degree
Certifications
Must meet
DoD 8140.03 IAT II requirements
(e.g., Security+, CCNA Security, or equivalent)
Experience
Minimum of
10 years of experience
in
cyber range or computer testbed environments
Expert-level experience designing and configuring:
Routing, switching, firewalls
DNS, VPNs, VLANs
Enterprise network infrastructure across
bare metal and virtualized systems
Experience supporting
distributed test range environments
, including development of policies and procedures
Experience with
wireless and cellular technologies
, including:
802.11 (Wi-Fi)
2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G networks
Experience configuring and managing
DoD network nodes
, including environments such as
JIOR (Joint Information Operations Range)
Proven ability to operate in
complex, mission-driven DoD environments
Desired Skills
Strong network architecture and engineering leadership
Advanced troubleshooting and analytical skills
Experience in
cyber range or training environments
Strong documentation and communication skills
Ability to lead initiatives and work across technical teams
Security Clearance
Active Top Secret (TS) / Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI)
required
Location: Annapolis Junction, MD, United States
Access Control Specialist (ACS) with Secret Clearance
Annapolis Junction, MD
Join IDS International’s National Security Services team supporting secure & mission-critical environments.
The Access Control Specialist (ACS) supports secure construction operations by controlling access to facilities hosting or preparing to host U.S. Government information. This role is responsible for managing access control points, screening personnel and materials, conducting patrols, and ensuring compliance with the Construction Security Plan (CSP). The ACS operates within a secure construction environment and is responsible for identifying and reporting security incidents in accordance with established escalation procedures.
Key Responsibilities
Control and monitor access to secure construction areas and verify badges and authorizations
Inspect personnel, materials, and equipment in accordance with CSP and Post Orders
Conduct interior and exterior patrols and document all activity
Identify, document, and report security incidents, discrepancies, or power loss
Coordinate with CSTs for delivery inspections and alternative entrance access
Perform duties in compliance with the SOW, CSP, and Guard Orders
Ensure only authorized personnel, materials, tools, and vehicles are granted access
Conduct required inspections and walking patrols to maintain security coverage
Required Qualifications
Clearance
: Active Secret clearance required
Citizenship
: U.S. Citizen
Age
: 21 years or older
*Note this is a government, not a company, requirement
Required Experience
:
Experience in access control or security for classified facilities or construction sites
Ability to control access points and screen personnel and materials
Ability to conduct walking patrols and maintain security presence
Ability to complete security documentation and reports
Ability to conduct extended walking patrols
Physical Requirements
:
Must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, and move throughout secure facilities for extended periods of time
Position may require occasional lifting and/or movement of moderate amounts of weight, depending on assignment requirements
Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with Construction Security Plans (CSP), incident reporting, and patrol tracking systems preferred.
Work Schedule & Conditions
Standard Schedule
: Monday–Sunday
Guaranteed Hours
: 48 hours per week across 4–5 days (dependent on shift)
Overtime
: Some overtime available based on client needs
Flexibility Requirement
: Must be available to support weekend shifts on a rotating schedule
Compensation & Benefits
Rate
: $ 30.00 per hour
Benefits
: Health, 401(k), PTO & Sick Leave, and Paid Holidays are available to all W2 employees of IDS
*Adjusted hourly rates and daily per diem may be available for non-local and/or travel assignments
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Location: Stevensburg, VA, United States
Cleared Escort with TS/SCI Clearance with Full Scope Poly
Stevensburg, VA
Join IDS International’s National Security Services team supporting secure & mission-critical environments.
Cleared Escorts support secure facility operations by escorting uncleared personnel within government environments and ensuring compliance with established security procedures. This role operates in a high-visibility setting with continuous interaction with customer and government stakeholders. Escorts are responsible for maintaining situational awareness, enforcing escort protocols, and representing the program professionally in a customer-facing environment.
Key Responsibilities
Escort and monitor uncleared personnel within secure facilities
Ensure compliance with customer and government security procedures
Maintain constant awareness of escorted personnel
Communicate effectively with security staff, vendors, and site leadership
Represent the program professionally in a customer-facing role
Required Qualifications
Clearance
: Active Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance with Full Scope (FS) Polygraph required
Citizenship
: U.S. Citizen
Required Experience
:
Ability to escort and monitor personnel within secure environments
Ability to ensure compliance with established security procedures
Ability to always maintain awareness of personnel and surroundings
Ability to communicate effectively with staff, vendors, and leadership
Ability to work in a customer-facing environment
Physical Requirements
:
Must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, and move throughout secure facilities for extended periods of time
Position may require occasional lifting and/or movement of moderate amounts of weight, depending on assignment requirements
Preferred Qualifications
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Reliable, punctual, and dependable
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Team-first mindset
Basic computer proficiency (email, scheduling, tracking)
Prior customer service experience
Previous government or customer-site experience
Construction or vendor oversight experience
Experience working in complex or fast-paced environments
Comfortable overseeing diverse teams and personalities
Work Schedule & Conditions
Standard Schedule
: Monday–Friday, 0600–1430 or 0700–1530
Hours
: Guaranteed 40 hours per week
Overtime
: Overtime opportunities available (time and a half)
Flexibility Requirement
: Must be available for occasional weekend 0700–1530 and overnight 2100–0500 shift support; Must be willing and able to travel between customer sites as needed or requested.
Compensation & Benefits
Rate
: $ 49.00 per hour
OT Rate
: $ 73.50 per hour (for hours worked over 40/week)
Health, 401(k), PTO & Sick Leave, and Paid Holidays are available to all W2 employees of IDS
.
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Location: Moscow, Russia, Russian Federation
Bodyguard with Top-Secret Clearance
U.S. Embassy – Moscow, Russia | OCONUS |
Two (2) year deployment commitment
Join IDS International’s National Security Services team supporting secure & mission-critical environments.
IDS International is seeking experienced protective security professionals to support close protection operations within a U.S. Embassy environment in Moscow, Russia. This role supports protective movement operations, advance work, and static security functions in support of senior diplomatic personnel.
Personnel assigned to this role operate in a highly structured, high-security overseas environment requiring elevated situational awareness and strict adherence to operational procedures.
Key Responsibilities
Provide close protection services for senior diplomatic personnel
Conduct advance preparation for protective movements
Operate armored and unarmored vehicles
Support protective movement coordination activities
Staff static guard posts as directed
Prepare written reports, logs, and security documentation
Maintain required operational and administrative files
Required Qualifications
Clearance
: Active Top-Secret clearance required
Citizenship
: U.S. Citizen
U.S. License
: Valid U.S. driver’s license with a clean driving record within the past three (3) years
Education
: High school diploma or GED equivalent
Required Experience
:
Minimum three (3) years of relevant experience
Minimum one (1) year of close protection experience
Experience operating armored and unarmored vehicles
Strong written communication and reporting skills
Ability to operate effectively in a structured, high-security environment
Physical Requirements
:
Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and move throughout secure facilities for extended periods
Ability to work extended shifts in a secure operational environment
Ability to lift and/or move moderate amounts of weight as required
Preferred Qualifications
Radio communication proficiency
Experience operating in overseas or diplomatic security environments
Strong situational awareness and accountability standards
Work Schedule & Conditions
Standard Schedule
: 12-hour shifts; 60+ hours per week based on operational requirements
Overtime
: Opportunities for overtime may be available based on staffing and operational needs
Flexibility Requirement
: Schedule and shift assignments are based on U.S. Embassy and RSO operational requirements
Compensation & Benefits
Moscow Rate
: $ 60.08 per hour
*Ask about Training & OT rates
Housing provided
Three (3) paid 14-day R&R periods during initial deployment commitment
Quarterly
bonuses
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Location: Aurora, CO, United States
Cleared American Guard (CAG) with TS/SCI Clearance with CI-Poly
Aurora, CO
Join IDS International’s National Security Services team supporting secure & mission-critical environments.
The Cleared American Guard serves as a professional Security Escort supporting operations within secure facilities. This role is responsible for escorting uncleared personnel, maintaining continuous awareness of activity within restricted areas, and ensuring full compliance with customer security protocols. The position requires strong situational awareness, sound judgment, and consistent adherence to safety and security procedures in both indoor and outdoor environments.
Key Responsibilities
Maintain continuous visual contact and awareness of escorted individuals to ensure compliance with all security requirements
Enforce and adhere to all company, customer, and government safety and security policies
Communicate professionally with site leadership, security personnel, vendors, and visitors
Represent the program and IDS International in a professional and customer-facing capacity
Complete escort logs, reports, or other administrative requirements as assigned
Perform additional mission-related or administrative duties as required
Required Qualifications
Clearance
: Active Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance with Counterintelligence Polygraph (CI-Poly) required
Citizenship
: U.S. Citizen
Education
: High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Required Experience
:
Minimum 3+ years of professional experience in security, military, facilities support, or a related field
Ability to acquire and maintain access to the assigned secure facility
Physical Requirements
:
Ability to stand or sit for extended periods
Ability to walk up to 5 miles per day
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold
Ability to perform duties requiring manual dexterity and effective verbal and written communication
Ability to read, understand, and apply written and verbal instructions
Work Schedule & Conditions
Standard Schedule
: Monday–Thursday, 4 x 10 work weeks
Shift
: 0530–1600
*Employees will receive up to four (4) hours of regular pay if a scheduled shift is canceled after arrival
Hours
: Guaranteed 40 hours per week
OT Hours
: Overtime is project-based and applies
only
to individuals assigned to projects that require extra hours, not to the entire team
Flexibility Requirement
: Work schedule may include nights, weekends, and holidays to support on-site activities
Environment
:
Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor environments under varying conditions
Role may involve prolonged standing, walking, and sitting throughout the shift
Must work effectively as part of a team and support administrative or secondary duties when escort activity is limited
Personal devices and non-work-related activities are not permitted while performing escort duties
Employees are not authorized to operate facility equipment or systems
Compensation & Benefits
Rate
: $ 45.00 per hour
Benefits
: Health, 401(k), PTO & Sick Leave, and Paid Holidays are available to all W2 employees of IDS
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Location: Moscow, Russia, Russian Federation
Bodyguard Russian Translator with Top-Secret Clearance
U.S. Embassy – Moscow, Russia | OCONUS |
Two (2) year deployment commitment
Join IDS International’s National Security Services team supporting secure & mission-critical environments.
IDS International is seeking experienced Russian-speaking protective security professionals to support close protection operations within a U.S. Embassy environment in Moscow, Russia. This role combines protective security responsibilities with operational language support in a highly controlled overseas environment.
Personnel assigned to this role must be comfortable operating in a high-security environment with elevated counterintelligence awareness requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Provide close protection services for senior diplomatic personnel
Support protective movement operations and coordination activities
Conduct advance preparation for movements and operational activities
Operate armored and unarmored vehicles
Prepare written reports, logs, and operational documentation
Staff static security posts as directed
Provide Russian language support during operations as required
Required Qualifications
Clearance
: Active Top-Secret clearance required
Citizenship
: U.S. Citizen
U.S. License
: Valid U.S. driver’s license with a clean driving record within the past three (3) years
Education
: High school diploma or GED equivalent
Required Experience
:
Minimum three (3) years of relevant experience
Minimum one (1) year of close protection experience
Experience operating armored and unarmored vehicles
S3/R3 Russian language proficiency
Strong written communication and reporting skills
Important Language Requirement
:
Candidates
must
provide documentation demonstrating the required Russian language proficiency as part of the qualification process. Acceptable documentation may include recent language proficiency test results and/or third-party vendor verification confirming the candidate’s proficiency level. Candidates are responsible for obtaining and providing their language proficiency documentation;
IDS does not administer the language proficiency test.
Physical Requirements
:
Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and move throughout secure facilities for extended periods
Ability to work extended shifts in a secure operational environment
Ability to lift and/or move moderate amounts of weight as required
Preferred Qualifications
Radio communication proficiency
Experience operating in overseas or diplomatic security environments
Strong situational awareness and accountability standards
Work Schedule & Conditions
Standard Schedule
: 12-hour shifts; 60+ hours per week based on operational requirements
Overtime
: Opportunities for overtime may be available based on staffing and operational needs
Flexibility Requirement
: Schedule and shift assignments are based on U.S. Embassy and RSO operational requirements
Compensation & Benefits
Moscow Rate
: $ 61.71 per hour
*Ask about Training & OT rates
Housing provided
Three (3) paid 14-day R&R periods during initial deployment commitment
Quarterly
bonuses
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Location: Aurora, CO, United States
Construction Surveillance Technician (CST) with TS/SCI Clearance with CI-Poly
Aurora, CO
Join IDS International’s National Security Services team supporting secure & mission-critical environments.
The CST supports construction security operations within a cleared environment by monitoring site activities, analyzing construction designs, and identifying potential security vulnerabilities. This role operates on an active construction site and requires the ability to read and interpret blueprints, apply knowledge of surveillance detection principles, and document findings. The CST is responsible for maintaining continuous observation of construction processes and ensuring adherence to security requirements.
CST CERTIFICATION OPPORTUNITY
Already CST certified? Great. If not, qualified candidates may be considered for IDS International’s CST training and certification program prior to beginning a CST assignment! This virtual training program is designed to prepare selected candidates to apply ICD-705 requirements, support secure construction activities, identify security risks, and perform CST procedures in support of IDS programs.
Key Responsibilities
Operate inspection and surveillance equipment
Utilize knowledge of construction disciplines, including civil, architectural, mechanical, electrical, and electronic engineering
Read and analyze construction designs and blueprints to determine intended use
Analyze structural designs and complexities that may conceal unintended or unauthorized purposes
Apply knowledge of Technical Surveillance Countermeasures (TSCM) and surveillance detection principles
Write detailed reports in English documenting findings, issues, and security situations
Maintain daily logs during assigned shifts
Required Qualifications
Clearance
: Active Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance with Counterintelligence Polygraph (CI-Poly) required
Citizenship
: U.S. Citizen
Age
: 21 years or older
*Note this is a government, not a company, requirement
Certification
: Active CST certification required for assignment / Candidates who do not currently hold an active CST certification may be considered for IDS International’s CST training and certification program prior to beginning the CST assignment
Education
: High school diploma or GED equivalent
Required Experience
:
Minimum five (5) years of experience in at least one of the following areas:
Construction security surveillance
Technical surveillance countermeasures
Industrial or government security involving counterintelligence
Construction quality assurance
Supervisory construction experience
Experience using alarm systems, metal detectors, x-ray devices, and closed-circuit television systems
Experience using alarm systems, metal detectors, x-ray devices, and closed-circuit television systems
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and blueprints
Ability to analyze designs and structural complexities
Knowledge of construction disciplines (civil, architectural, mechanical, electrical, electronic engineering)
Knowledge of Technical Surveillance Countermeasures (TSCM)
Familiarity with IC Tech Spec, Version 1.5.1 for ICD/ICS 705
Ability to communicate effectively in English and produce written reports and analyses
Physical Requirements
:
Must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, and move throughout secure facilities for extended periods of time
Position may require occasional lifting and/or movement of moderate amounts of weight, depending on assignment requirements
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience with NRO or NSA within the past 12–18 months for crossover suitability
Work Schedule & Conditions
Schedule
: Monday–Friday
Hours
: Guaranteed 40 hours per week
*Overtime may be available or required. Flexibility may be required based on project needs.
Compensation & Benefits
Rate
: $ 46.00 per hour
Benefits
: Health, 401(k), PTO & Sick Leave, and Paid Holidays are available to all W2 employees of IDS
*Adjusted hourly rates and daily per diem may be available for non-local and/or travel assignments.
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Arlington, VA, United States
Plain City, OH, United States
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