Access Control Specialist for Secure Facility

Kids for the Future; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The CenCore Group is seeking an Access Control Officer to protect sensitive facilities, assets, personnel, and information. You will manage access to restricted areas, verify credentials, and operate security technologies with a strong customer service focus.

Ideal candidates are dependable, professional, capable of enforcing procedures, and able to work varied shifts in a secure on-site environment in Colorado. This role requires U.S. citizenship and a high school diploma.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship required; must provide a valid U.S. Passport.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in access control, security, or related role.
• Knowledge of access control procedures and security technologies.
• Ability to stand and conduct screening up to 12 hours.
• Ability to patrol indoors/outdoors in varying weather.
• Strong written and verbal communication; confidentiality.
• Flexible to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Control access to designated facilities per security protocols.
• Verify IDs, credentials, and clearances for authorized access.
• Operate access control systems, biometric devices, and screening tools.
• Monitor cameras and alarms to prevent unauthorized activity.
• Escort visitors and vendors in restricted areas.
• Respond to security incidents following established procedures.
• Maintain accurate access records and incident reports.
• Support improvements to access control processes.

Skills

U.S. citizenship

High school diploma

Security experience

Credential verification

Strong customer service

Decision making under pressure

Independent working

Shift flexibility

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Access control systems

Biometric devices

CCTV

Handheld screening devices

Job description

The CenCore Group is seeking an Access Control Officer to protect sensitive facilities, assets, personnel, and information. You will manage access to restricted areas, verify credentials, and operate security technologies with a strong customer service focus.

Ideal candidates are dependable, professional, capable of enforcing procedures, and able to work varied shifts in a secure on-site environment in Colorado. This role requires U.S. citizenship and a high school diploma.