Access Controls Monitor ACM PT

Amentum; Florida; On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement benefits (401(k) matching)

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Job summary

Amentum at Kennedy Space Center in Florida is seeking a Security/Access Control Officer to help protect critical facilities and people. This on-site role requires you to perform access control, verify credentials, and support emergency readiness across all shifts.

You must have a high school diploma, prior customer service or security experience, a valid US driver's license, and willingness to work weekends and holidays. The position offers hourly pay starting at $17.75 with benefits under SCA.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Prior customer service and/or security experience preferred.
• Able to work all shifts (1st, 2nd, and 3rd), weekends and holidays.
• Valid US Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Serve at fixed access control point or patrol on foot or by vehicle.
• Verify personnel identity and credentials for access.
• Control access to hazardous operations via badge exchange.
• Communicate emergencies to First Responders and security management.
• Observe and report violations of laws, regulations, policies, or procedures.
• Maintain comprehensive daily security logs and complete incident reports.
• Assist visitors and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Security awareness

Clear communication

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

We are launching people to the Moon and Mars. If you want to be part of this amazing mission and enjoy working in a great team environment, we would love to have you as part of our team that is making history, today. It takes big ideas and determination to take NASA's vision and make it reality. That's what we do every day.

The COMET contract provides overall management and implementation of ground systems capabilities, flight hardware processing, and launch operations at NASA's Kennedy Space Center (KSC) in Florida. These tasks will support the International Space Station, Ground Systems Development and Operations, and the Space Launch System, Orion Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle, and Launch Services programs.

Responsibilities

As part of the team, you will:

• Serving at a fixed access control point and/or making rounds on foot or by motor vehicle.
• Perform access control to critical facilities or processing areas by positive identification of personnel and confirmation of their possession of required credentials.
• Control access to hazardous operations through badge exchange to assure maximum personnel participation and emergency accountability.
• Communicates emergency situations to First Responders and security management.
• Observe and report violations of laws, regulations, policies, or procedures.
• Maintains comprehensive daily security logs.
• Completes detailed Security Incident Reports.
• Assists visitors and customers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must have previous customer service and/or security experience preferred.
• Able to work all shifts (1st, 2nd, and 3rd) on weekends and holidays.
• Must have a valid US Driver's License.

Physical Requirements

• Will be required to climb stairs.
• Will be required to wear hearing protection, eye protection and other associated personal protective equipment.
• Position may involve extended periods of sitting or standing.
• Physical requirements are: sitting, walking, standing, extensive use of stairs, and access to remote structures.
• Position is located on a hazardous testing facility; must be able to quickly evacuate buildings in the event of an emergency.

Work Environment

• Will be required to work inside and outside throughout the test complex.
• Position may require daily individual to travel to different areas on site.
• Walking on uneven terrain including paved areas, gravel/rocks, and dirt/sand is required to access various locations on the facility.
• Climbing ladders and platforms may be necessary.
• All work must be completed in a safe manner in accordance with NASA and Company safety standards.

Equipment and Machines

• Computers and printers used for producing reports and schedules.

Attendance

• Position may require occasional overtime including weekend work depending on task.
• Must be dependable and punctual.

Other Essential Functions

• Must be able to accurately communicate ideas in writing and verbal communication.
• Must be able to travel to support position requirements. This may include travel to and from customer location, which may involve airline travel. In some cases, accommodations can be made for POV, if necessary.
• Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.
• Must comply with all “drug free workplace” requirements as mandated by directives issued by the appropriate federal contracting officer and the company, which requires drug testing for use of illegal drugs by employees in sensitive positions.
• Government security clearance may be required in the future.
• Must maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that fosters good relations with customers, clients, co-workers, and management.

Access to Kennedy Space Center Amenities

While doing your part to help further space exploration at Kennedy Space Center, you can enjoy many on-site amenities, such as:

• Child Development Center
• Discounted tickets to local attractions and theme parks
• Credit Union
• Fitness Center
• Barbershop
• NASA Exchanges

Service Contract Act (SCA) Compensation & Benefits

This is an hourly, overtime-eligible position that falls under the Service Contract Act (SCA). In accordance with the Health and Welfare provisions of the SCA, and in addition to your base hourly rate, you may be eligible to receive an additional health and welfare payment for each hour you work to ensure compliance with the minimums set forth by the act. The amount you are entitled to receive will vary depending upon the fringe benefits you select now and in the future.

Compensation Details

Pay starts at $17.75. Final pay will be commensurate with the candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications.

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting

10/20/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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