Human Rights & Justice Full-time

Senior Secure Spaces Architect 

AECOM

Posted

May 12, 2026

Location

USA

Type

Full-time

Mission

What you will drive

  • Lead the architectural design of secure facilities including SCIFs, SAPFs, and classified environments in compliance with ICD-705, UFCs, DoD, and agency-specific standards.
  • Translate mission needs and threat profiles into compliant, functional building layouts and secure adjacencies.
  • Support Construction Surveillance Plans (CSPs), accreditation documentation, and secure design reviews.
  • Mentor junior staff and contribute to a culture of technical excellence and collaboration.

Impact

The difference you'll make

This role directly supports national security by designing mission-critical facilities that protect sensitive operations and personnel, enabling the Federal and Intelligence Community to function securely and effectively.

Profile

What makes you a great fit

  • Licensed architect with deep technical expertise in secure facility design.
  • Strong command of secure facility workflows, risk-driven design, and Federal project delivery.
  • Proven experience leading complex architectural efforts with senior Federal stakeholders.
  • Deep familiarity with ICD-705, UFC 4-010-05, and accreditation processes.

Benefits

What's in it for you

Compensation and benefits not specified in the posting.

About

Inside AECOM

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm that delivers professional services across the project lifecycle, including planning, design, engineering, and construction management for public and private clients.