Contract Security Officer (Contingent Upon Contract Award)

Dpcsecurity; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 56,481 - 77,145; Full time

Job summary

Dpcsecurity is seeking a Contract Security Officer for the Pentagon Force Protection Agency at Meadows One, Chantilly, VA. This full-time position carries a pay rate of $48.39 per hour and requires Top Secret-SCI clearance and an armed DCJS license.

Responsibilities include security patrols, enforcing access control, protecting assets, and reporting incidents. Candidates must be a U.S. citizen, 21+, with a HS diploma/GED, and meet one of several qualifying paths.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Must have one of: 3 years security experience OR an associate's degree or 60 college hours OR 3 years military service with honorable discharge OR POST completion.
• Must possess a Top Secret-SCI clearance (DoD).
• Armed DCJS License required.
• Must pass physical requirements.

Responsibilities

• Be able to read and communicate in English clearly.
• Be able to perform security patrols.
• Enforce access control procedures.
• Protect property from theft, embezzlement, sabotage, fire and accidents.
• Investigate and write reports on accidents, incidents, suspicious activities, safety and fire hazards.
• Provide assistance to customers, employees and visitors following procedures.
• May perform other related duties as assigned by site leadership.

Skills

U.S. Citizenship

21+ years

English Proficiency

Education

HS diploma/GED

Job description

Contract Security Officer for Pentagon Force Protection Agency

Meadows One - Chantilly, VA

Pay Rate: $48.39 per hour

Full-Time positions available

Top Secret-SCI required

Objective

The ability to effectively interact with the general public, DoD personnel and all ranks of military, civilians and visitors. This position is under the direct supervision of the site Captain for assigned shift of the security department and is responsible for the protection, safeguarding and security of assets, personnel, customers and all visitors.

Essential functions

Be able to read and understand the English language to effectively carry out applied printed rules, detailed orders, instructions, and training materials. Have a command of both the written and spoken English language to properly and clearly communicate in person or via electronic devices (telephone and radio) with co-workers and the general public. The ability to maintain a professional, tactful and courteous demeanor under stressful situations that security personnel routinely encounter. Be able to compose in the English language precise short paragraphs, written reports, and other reports as necessary.

• Performs security patrols.
• Enforces access control procedures.
• Protects property from theft, embezzlement, sabotage, fire and accidents.
• Investigates and writes reports on accidents, incidents, suspicious activities, safety and fire hazards and other security related situations.
• Provides any needed assistance to customers, employees and visitors following the department's procedures.
• May perform other related duties as assigned by the site security Lieutenant/Captain and/or security Project Manager.

Candidate Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Must be 21 years of age
• Must be high school/GED graduate
• Must have one of the following:
  • 3 years security experience OR
  • An associate's degree or at least 60 semester hours of college coursework in any field of study OR
  • 3 years of military service (active duty or reserve) with an honorable discharge OR
  • Successful completion of Police Officer's Standard Training (POST) course.
• Must possess a clearance level of Top Secret-SCI issued by U.S. Department of Defense
• Armed DCJS License required
• Must be able to pass physical requirements

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• The applicant is required to submit to pre-employment medical exam and drug screening.
• The applicant must be able to successfully meet the height and weight requirements as set forth by the governing contract.
• The applicant must be able to pass an NLIC / State / Local Background check and Credit check (as applicable).
• The applicant must be able to successfully complete a Physical Agility Test (PAT).
• The applicant must be able to successfully complete a Firearms Qualification (FAQ).