Access Control Specialist

IDS International; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

IDS International is seeking qualified Access Control Officers to support a critical government security mission at Fort Meade, MD. This role controls access to secure facilities, conducts inspections, verifies credentials, and maintains accurate security documentation using government systems and databases. The position is contingent upon contract award.

Candidates must be U.S. citizens, at least 21 years old, hold an active DoD Top Secret/SCI, and possess a high school diploma or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Active DoD Top Secret/SCI required.

Responsibilities

• Control access of personnel, visitors, and equipment into and out of secure facilities.
• Verify access authorization using government-provided security systems and databases.
• Conduct face-to-ID verification checks for personnel entering controlled facilities.
• Perform entry and exit inspections and validate forms and documentation.
• Document security-related activities, incidents, and results per procedures.
• Monitor and enforce access control procedures to maintain secure environments.
• Respond to security-related situations and emergencies per protocols.

Skills

Citizenship awareness

English fluency

Security posture

Education

High school diploma

Tools

DISS

Scattered Castles

Job description

Access Control Officer

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.

Location

Fort Meade, MD

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 International is seeking qualified Access Control Officers to support a critical government security mission. This position is responsible for controlling access to secure facilities, conducting personnel and equipment inspections, verifying credentials, and maintaining accurate security documentation. The successful candidate will leverage government-provided security systems and databases to ensure only authorized personnel and materials enter or exit controlled areas.

This position is contingent upon contract award.

Key Duties

• Control access of personnel, visitors, and equipment into and out of secure facilities.
• Utilize government-provided security equipment, systems, and databases to verify access authorization.
• Conduct face-to-ID verification checks for personnel entering controlled facilities.
• Perform entry and exit inspections, validating forms and documentation for items entering or leaving the facility.
• Document security-related activities, incidents, inspections, and results in accordance with established procedures.
• Monitor and enforce access control procedures to maintain the integrity of secure environments.
• Apply detailed security instructions, policies, and post orders while maintaining professionalism and vigilance.
• Respond appropriately to security-related situations and emergency events in accordance with established protocols.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Active DoD Top Secret/SCI required.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience utilizing security systems such as DISS or Scattered Castles.
• Current CPR and AED certifications required.
• Ability to perform prolonged walking, standing, sitting, and stooping for shifts of up to 12 hours.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language fluently.
• Ability to understand and apply printed rules, detailed orders, instructions, and training materials.

Compensation

• Competitive Hourly Pay
• Benefits
• Employee may be required to occasionally lift and/or move moderate amounts of weight, typically less than 20 pounds, but may vary depending on the position. Regular and predictable attendance is essential.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local law.