Armed Security Officer – Federal Facility Access & Patrol

Chenega Corporation; Cheltenham (MD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Chenega Naswik International, LLC seeks professional Armed Security Officers to support security operations at government facilities. This role protects personnel, facilities, property, and assets through access control, patrols, and emergency response.

The ideal candidate will have strong observational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment as part of a mission-critical security team protecting government personnel, visitors, and sites.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Two years of service in the United States Armed Forces, including Reserve or National Guard, or equivalent security experience.
• Associates degree in Security, Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement, or related field.
• Successful completion of a police officer basic training academy.

Responsibilities

• Provide armed security services in support of government facilities, personnel, and assets.
• Perform access control and traffic control functions in accordance with established procedures.
• Conduct walking and motorized patrol operations to detect and deter security threats.
• Respond to alarms, emergencies, incidents, and other security-related events.
• Conduct personnel, vehicle, building, and facility inspections.
• Perform package, parcel, and property inspections as required.
• Monitor activity and identify suspicious behavior, security violations, or safety concerns.
• Document incidents, observations, and security-related activities in required reports and logs.
• Interact professionally with employees, visitors, contractors, and government personnel.
• Maintain assigned equipment, uniforms, and operational readiness standards.
• Support emergency response and incident management activities.
• Work flexible schedules, including weekends, holidays, and special events when required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Observation skills

Sound judgment

Communication skills

Report writing

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Two years military service

Associate's degree in Security or related field

Police officer basic training academy

Job description

Chenega Naswik International, LLC seeks professional Armed Security Officers to support security operations at government facilities. This role protects personnel, facilities, property, and assets through access control, patrols, and emergency response.

The ideal candidate will have strong observational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment as part of a mission-critical security team protecting government personnel, visitors, and sites.