Base Equipment Control Officer (BECO) - Contingent with Security Clearance

Ares Enterprise; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ares Enterprise, LLC is seeking a Base Equipment Control Officer (BECO) to oversee IT hardware asset management operations at Los Angeles Air Force Base (LAAFB).

The BECO will manage the full lifecycle of IT assets, including shipping, receiving, inventory reconciliation, and disposition, while serving as a subject matter expert for unit Property Custodians and ensuring compliance with DoD and DAF regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years in IT Asset Management or equipment control.
• Active Secret security clearance at time of hire.
• Valid state driver’s license to operate Government Motor Vehicles.
• Ability to obtain forklift certification per OSHA standards (29 CFR 1910.178).
• Thorough understanding of DoD/DAF asset management standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide initial and annual training to unit Property Custodians; manage PC rosters.
• Oversee IT warehouse operations: receiving, shipping, storage, and movement of IT gear.
• Inspect turned-in equipment for sanitization and manage disposition shipments.
• Reconcile IT accounts and maintain documentation (KSD) in ELMS/DPAS/DAF systems.
• Execute base-to-base transfers and monitor network asset reporting.

Skills

IT Asset Management

Tools

ELMS

DPAS

Score

ServiceNow

Job description

Base Equipment Control Officer (BECO) - Contingent ARES Enterprise Base Equipment Control Officer (BECO) - Contingent Los Angeles Air Force Base (LAAFB) – El Segundo, CA Job Type Full-time Description We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Base Equipment Control Officer (BECO) to oversee and execute IT Hardware Asset Management (ITAM) operations at Los Angeles Air Force Base (LAAFB). The BECO will be responsible for managing all aspects of IT equipment lifecycle management—including shipping, receiving, tracking, inventory reconciliation, and disposition of IT hardware assets. This role serves as a key subject matter expert, providing guidance and training to unit Property Custodians (PCs) and ensuring full compliance with Department of Defense (DoD) and Department of the Air Force (DAF) regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Property Custodian Support & Training: Provide initial training (within 30 days of appointment) and annual refresher training to unit Property Custodians (PCs). Distribute inventory listings, maintain PC rosters, and advise PCs on equipment ordering, defective assets, warranty returns, and missing items.
• Warehouse & Logistics Operations: Manage IT warehouse support, including receiving, shipping, and storage of IT equipment. Operate government-furnished equipment, such as forklifts and trucks, to move and transport IT material.
• Sanitization & Disposal: Inspect turned-in excess equipment for proper hardware sanitization IAW COMSEC and local directives. Safely operate sanitization equipment (degaussers and disintegrators) and manage disposition shipments to Defense Logistics Agency Disposition Services (DLA DS).
• Account Reconciliation & Compliance: Reconcile IT accounts following missing equipment MFRs within 14 business days. Maintain key supporting documentation (KSD) in ELMS, perform annual DoDAAC validations, update the ITAM file monthly, and complete MICT self-inspection checklists.
• Transfers & System Reporting: Execute Base-to-Base transfers in DPAS, monitor active network computers via DAFECO Score reports, and participate in quarterly DAFECO town halls.

Minimum Requirements

• Experience: Minimum of 10 years of relevant IT Asset Management / Equipment Control experience.
• Security Clearance: Must possess an active Secret security clearance at the time of hire.
• Physical Capabilities: Ability to perform physical labor, including lifting and moving heavy IT equipment.
• Licensing & Certifications: Must possess a valid state driver’s license to operate Government Motor Vehicles (GMVs). Ability to obtain certification for forklift operations per OSHA standards (29 CFR 1910.178).
• Skills & Knowledge: Thorough understanding of DAFMAN 17-1203 (IT Asset Management and Accountability) standards, hardware lifecycle tracking, and equipment sanitization protocols.

Preferred Requirements

• Hands-on experience using Air Force/DoD asset tracking databases such as ELMS, DPAS, Score, and ServiceNow.
• Prior experience managing military/government IT warehouse operations, DLA DS disposal workflows, and Key Supporting Documentation (KSD) compliance.
• Experience supporting large enterprise user environments (5,000+ users).

About Ares Enterprise

Ares Enterprise, LLC is a Woman-Owned Small Business delivering innovative information technology solutions and professional services to Federal Government customers. Our capabilities include enterprise IT operations, cybersecurity, cloud modernization, application development, IT service management, and mission-focused technology solutions. We seek experienced professionals who combine technical expertise, leadership, accountability, and a commitment to delivering exceptional service to our government customers. Ares Enterprise is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment in accordance with applicable employment laws.