Cleared American Guard (CAG) | TS/SCI CI-Poly

IDS International; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 58,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

IDS International is hiring Cleared American Guards in Aurora, CO to support secure operations. Responsibilities include escorting personnel and ensuring compliance with security procedures.

Candidates must have a TS/SCI clearance and a High School Diploma or GED. The work schedule is 4 days a week with possible overtime and flexible hours.

Benefits include medical and dental insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience in security, military, or facilities support.
• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods and work outdoors.
• Active TS/SCI clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Escort uncleared personnel within designated secure buildings.
• Monitor compliance with security requirements.
• Interact professionally with customers and employees.

Skills

Situational awareness

Sound judgment

Adherence to security procedures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Cleared American Guards (CAGs) with TS/SCI Clearance with CI-Poly

Aurora, CO

Join IDS International’s Cleared Programs team supporting secure and mission-critical environments.

The Cleared American Guard is a professional and dependable Security Escort who supports secure facility operations by escorting uncleared personnel and monitoring activity within restricted areas. This role requires strong situational awareness, sound judgment, and strict adherence to security and safety procedures. The position includes both indoor and outdoor work and may involve escort-related administrative support as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Escort uncleared personnel and visitors within designated secure buildings and restricted areas.
• Monitors escorted individuals to ensure compliance with all security requirements.
• Follow all company safety, security, and personnel policies.
• Interact professionally with customers, employees, VIPs, and the public.
• Perform additional job-related or administrative duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Clearance

Active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph required.

Citizenship

U.S. Citizen.

Education

High School Diploma or GED.

Required Experience

• Minimum 3+ years of professional experience in security, military, facilities support, or a related field.
• Ability to acquire and maintain access to the assigned facility.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods, work outdoors in summer heat and winter cold, walk up to 5 miles per day, and perform duties requiring manual dexterity, verbal and written communication.
• Ability to read, understand, and apply written and spoken instructions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active security clearance.

Work Schedule & Conditions

Schedule

4 days/week - 10hr shifts.

Hours

0600 - 1600 (40 hours per week). Operational needs require personnel to report as early as 0530 to ensure coverage.

A 40-hour workweek is not guaranteed. Work is typically Monday through Thursday, with possible weekend work depending on project needs. If a scheduled effort is canceled after arrival, the employee will receive 4 hours of regular pay.

Overtime

Overtime is project-based and applies only to individuals assigned to projects that require extra hours, not to the entire team.

Flexibility Requirement

• Must work effectively as part of a team and perform secondary or administrative tasks when escort duties are limited.
• Flexible work schedule, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays, to support on-site activities.

Compensation & Benefits

Rate

$45.00 per hour.

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, and a 401(k) retirement plan are available to all W2 employees of IDS.

Employee may be required to occasionally lift and/or move moderate amounts of weight, typically less than 20 pounds, but may vary depending on the position. Regular and predictable attendance is essential.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local law.