Access Control Specialist — Defense Tech Security

Castelion Corporation; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

Job summary

Castelion Corporation in Washington, DC is seeking a Physical Security Specialist I to protect personnel, facilities, and information through access control and security operations. You will manage visitor processes, credentials, and incident documentation in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires onsite, full-time work in Washington, DC, with responsibilities spanning entry control, export-control compliance, and security system monitoring, contributing to Castelion’s growing security

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in physical security or related field.
• Experience verifying identities and access authorizations.
• Strong written and verbal communication with professional demeanor.
• Pass background check and pre-employment screening.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary access control authority for employees, visitors, contractors, and vendors entering Castelion facilities.
• Process visitors, validate access authorizations, coordinate host notifications, and ensure compliance with export control and company security requirements.
• Produce, issue, maintain, and account for employee, contractor, and visitor credentials and badge media.
• Monitor access control, CCTV, intrusion detection, and alarm systems and document and elevate security incidents.
• Maintain visitor, credential, and security records while supporting audits and compliance activities.

Skills

Physical security

Access control

Visitor management

Communication skills

Recordkeeping

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CCTV platforms

Alarm monitoring systems

Visitor management systems

Job description

Castelion Corporation in Washington, DC is seeking a Physical Security Specialist I to protect personnel, facilities, and information through access control and security operations. You will manage visitor processes, credentials, and incident documentation in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires onsite, full-time work in Washington, DC, with responsibilities spanning entry control, export-control compliance, and security system monitoring, contributing to Castelion’s growing security