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Armed Security Officer (TS / SCI)

Armed Security Officer (TS / SCI)

Clearance JobsCharlottesville, VA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Security Officer

This armed position is under the direct supervision of the Manager for assigned high-profile site and performs a variety of security-related duties. In this position, you will observe and report activities and incidents at assigned locations, providing for the security and safety of client property, visitors, and personnel. As an armed officer, you may respond to unusual or emergency situations using appropriate escalation of force level up to and including armed response as dictated by the situation and protocol. Additionally, you will assist in preserving order and may act to enforce regulations and directives for the site pertaining to personnel, visitors, and premises; control access to client site and facility through the admittance process; responsive in all situations; monitors entrances and exits and acts to prevent unapproved or unlawful entry. Some assignments may patrol assigned site on foot or in vehicle, checks for unsafe conditions such as hazards, unlocked doors, and security violations; protects evidence or scenes of incident in the event of accidents, emergencies, or security investigations; prepares logs or reports as requested. May be exposed to stressful situations. Given the nature of this assignment, candidates must be able to obtain a Top Secret Clearance.

Perform a variety of security-related duties, depending on the posts to which they are assigned. Security guards shall answer questions and provide directions to visitors and building tenants. Typical duties include processing visitors by verifying identification, enforce property rules and regulations, contact agency sponsors or escorts, fabricating and issuing visitor passes, entering and maintaining data on visitor logs or automated visitor data base programs, detect and report criminal acts, and ensuring visitors are presented for appropriate personnel and package screening. Additional duties include prevent, discover, delay, and / or detain persons attempting to gain unauthorized access to property and / or personnel at the facility being protected.

Security guards will be responsible for operating all security equipment on post, such as batons, OC Spray, X-ray machines, magnetometers, closed circuit television (CCTV), handcuffs, and (where required by post assignment) firearm at any time while on duty.

Basic Qualifications :

  • US Citizenship Preferred
  • Be at least 21 years of age.

Education / Experience :

  • Possess high school diploma from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or equivalent certificate
  • Speak English fluently, read and comprehend written English, and compose coherent written reports in English.
  • Three (3) years' ARMED security experience within the past five years; or three (3) years' military or National Guard (active duty or reserve) experience
  • Pass the medical examination, drug test, and physical agility test if applicable;
  • Top Secret Clearance is Required
  • Working Conditions :

  • Work is performed inside and outside the property with exposure to inclement weather and unpredictable crisis situations.
  • Shift work required.
  • Ability to remain on post up to four (4) consecutive hours without eating, drinking, or relieving bladder / bowels.
  • Frequent and prolonged walking, standing, sitting, and stooping, up to 12 hours per day, either indoors or outdoors, during daytime or nighttime.
  • A Word about EEO, Pay Transparency and Other Requirements :

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

    Starting Wage range for this position is $17.75 (starting Trainee wage) in all states except California. In California, the starting Wage rate for this position is $26.00 (starting Trainee wage). Post assignment wage ranges dependent on state and location. In addition to the hourly wage, positions may have a Health and Welfare benefit range from $4.23 - $6.00 per hour as applicable.

  • Additional compensation of $1.00 - $4.00 may be available at sites requiring a Secret or Top-Secret clearance.
  • Some site assignments may include a shift differential of an additional $0.25 - $1.50 per hour.
  • Benefits :

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k (if paid via Health and Welfare benefit, there is no separate company contribution)
  • The paid leave for full time employees is from 80-240 hours / year based on longevity in the position, and sick leave is a minimum of 56 hours per year for a full-time employee
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