Administrative Assistant (Security)

George Consulting Ltd; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support security operations at the Washington Navy Yard. This role involves managing visitor access, maintaining personnel security data, and ensuring compliance with security measures. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a willingness to work on-site daily. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a secure environment while interacting with a diverse range of visitors, including VIPs and senior officials. Join a team dedicated to maintaining safety and security in a dynamic setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Must be comfortable communicating daily in person.

Responsibilities

• Answer telephones, greet visitors, and manage appointments.
• Maintain personnel security data and manage visitor access.

Skills

Communication Skills

Understanding of Security Measures

MS Access

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

Position: Administrative Assistant (Security)

Location: Washington Navy Yard, United States

Company: George Consulting

George Consulting is committed to creating a diverse environment and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Roles and Responsibilities

1. Receptionist Duties: Answer telephones, relay calls, greet visitors, determine the nature of visits, and direct visitors appropriately. Record and transmit messages, keep call records, provide information to callers and visitors, schedule appointments, log visitors, and issue visitor passes. Perform routine clerical work at the receptionist station as needed.
2. Physical Security: Greet and interact professionally with visitors including VIPs and senior officials. Arrange VIP access, control access and badging, maintain records of visitors, manage courier cards, visitor badges, and property passes. Arrange escorts, ensure visitors comply with security policies, safeguard personal electronic devices, and maintain security of the reception area.
3. Personnel Security: Maintain personnel security data using MS Access, prepare visit requests, use DISS for clearance information, record security training, and update security databases.
4. Antiterrorism/Force Protection: Maintain data on AT/FP training, prepare Individual Force Protection Plans, and consult threat lists for travelers.
5. Information Security: Receive and record deliveries, ensure proper protection and movement of classified and supply items.
6. Training Records: Keep records of security training including orientation, refresher, Cyber Awareness, PII, and Counterintelligence training.

Note: This position requires the ability to obtain an active Department of Defense Secret Security Clearance.

Minimum Skills & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED
• Comfortable communicating daily in person
• Understanding of security measures and ability to enforce them
• Willingness to work on-site daily at the Washington Navy Yard
• Effective communication with all on-site directors

George Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or genetic information.