Access Control & Visitor Management Specialist

Chenega Security SBU; Killeen (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Chenega Security SBU is seeking an Access Control Specialist to manage access to facilities, verify credentials, process visitors, and monitor security at designated sites. You will be the first point of contact for employees, visitors, contractors, and government personnel, ensuring a professional, secure, and welcoming environment.

The role requires strong communication, situational awareness, and the ability to enforce procedures, respond to incidents, and coordinate with security teams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Active Top Secret clearance.
• Experience in access control, security, military, law enforcement support, or customer service preferred.
• Experience in government/military/secured environments preferred.
• Strong customer service and public interaction skills.
• Ability to remain composed in stressful situations.

Responsibilities

• Control access to facilities, restricted areas, and government property by verifying credentials, authorization documents, badges, visitor passes, and identification.
• Process employees, visitors, vendors, contractors, and authorized guests in accordance with established access control procedures.
• Monitor entry and exit points to ensure compliance with site security requirements.
• Conduct interior and exterior security inspections and report security concerns, safety hazards, suspicious activities, or procedural violations.
• Verify access authorizations and resolve routine access issues through established procedures and supervisory guidance.
• Maintain awareness of security conditions and promptly report incidents, emergencies, or unusual activities.
• Provide directions, guidance, and information regarding facility access procedures.
• Maintain a courteous, professional, and service-oriented approach during all interactions.
• Support visitor escort and access procedures as required.

Skills

Access control

Visitor management

Security monitoring

Professional communication

Policy enforcement

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Electronic access control systems

Databases

Standard office equipment

Job description

Chenega Security SBU is seeking an Access Control Specialist to manage access to facilities, verify credentials, process visitors, and monitor security at designated sites. You will be the first point of contact for employees, visitors, contractors, and government personnel, ensuring a professional, secure, and welcoming environment.

The role requires strong communication, situational awareness, and the ability to enforce procedures, respond to incidents, and coordinate with security teams.