Access Security Officer

Secure Innovative Solutions LLC; The Enclave at Arundel Preserve (MD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Secure Innovative Solutions, LLC is seeking an Access Security Officer to support the DCSA. The role focuses on frontline screening, access control, and security system monitoring to protect personnel and government assets.

The ASO will work a 12-hour night shift, coordinate with government personnel, and maintain the required security clearance for onsite operations at a federal facility.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of security screening experience in government/high-security environments.
• Willing to work a 12-hour night shift (6pm-6am).
• Hands-on experience with metal detection, X-ray screening, and advanced imaging.
• Strong understanding of physical access control principles and procedures.
• Ability to obtain and maintain the required security clearance for onsite locations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as lobby point of contact and enforce access control requirements.
• Perform security screening and operate access control systems.
• Escort visitors and log deliveries per procedures.
• Monitor CCTV and intrusion systems; generate reports.
• Follow Post Orders and report incidents promptly.

Skills

Security screening

Physical access control

Metal detection

X-ray screening

Advanced imaging

Surveillance

Communications

Tools

CCTV systems

Intrusion detection

Video management systems

Access control systems

Job description

Access Security Officer (ASO) – DCSA

Company: Secure Innovative Solutions, LLC

Location(s): Cayce, SC/Crystal Dr Va/Fort Jackson, SC/Stafford, VA/Milestone, MD

Clearance: Active Secret, eligible for Top Secret

Position Overview

Secure Innovative Solutions, LLC is seeking a highly professional Access Security Officer (ASO) to support the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA). The ASO will perform frontline physical security screening, access control, and security system monitoring to maintain a safe and secure environment for personnel, visitors, and government assets.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the initial point of contact at the lobby desk and other assigned posts, ensuring all access control requirements are met.
• Perform physical security screening using metal detection equipment, X-ray systems, and advanced imaging technology.
• Conduct beginning-of-day and end-of-day checks in accordance with established procedures and Post Orders.
• Escort visitors, vendors, and other authorized personnel as required.
• Operate and monitor access control systems, generate reports, issue temporary badges, and track access events.
• Conduct scheduled security patrols; observe, detect, report, and respond to suspected or apparent security violations.
• Accept and log packages and courier deliveries in accordance with facility security procedures.
• Maintain key control for all government-issued keys, ensuring proper documentation and accountability.
• Answer telephones, take messages, and route calls professionally and efficiently.
• Monitor and operate security and facility systems, including intrusion detection, CCTV, automated access control, communications systems, and other protective devices.
• Follow all applicable security policies, Post Orders, and government/company procedures; promptly report incidents, irregularities, or safety hazards.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of security screening experience in a government, military, or high-security environment.
• Shift 12 hours - Nightshift (6pm-6am)
• Hands-on experience operating:
• Metal detection equipment
• X-ray screening equipment
• Advanced imaging technology
• Strong understanding of physical access control principles and procedures.
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with government personnel, visitors, and team members.
• Demonstrated reliability, attention to detail, and sound judgment in security-sensitive situations.
• Ability to obtain and maintain the required security clearance and meet all suitability requirements for work onsite locations

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience supporting DCSA, DoD, or other federal security programs.
• Prior military, law enforcement, or equivalent security experience.
• Familiarity with intrusion detection, CCTV, and automated access control platforms (e.g., badge systems, video management systems).
• Current security or protection-related certification (e.g., ASIS, state guard card/license, where applicable).

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Onsite position within a controlled-access federal facility.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or packages up to 25–35 lbs (or as specified).
• Ability to stand, walk, and perform screening and patrol duties for the majority of the shift.
• May require shift work, weekends, holidays, and/or extended hours to support mission needs.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities