Facility Security Officer

BWXT; Euclid (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Flexible schedule

Professional development

Mentorship

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

BWX Technologies, Inc. (BWXT) seeks a Facility Security Officer to enforce DOE facility security requirements and safeguard personnel, visitors, and assets at the Euclid, Ohio site.

You will coordinate with law enforcement, conduct inspections, and manage access controls. The role emphasizes policy development, training, and incident reporting, with duties including DOE clearance processing and maintaining security records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, security management, or related field.
• Minimum of two years of security or access control experience, preferably with a customer-service focus.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills across diverse backgrounds.
• Analytical mindset with experience in data-driven decision-making.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE clearance.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control access to the facility and enforce security protocols.
• Conduct regular security patrols of the premises and identify hazards.
• Maintain visitor logs and ensure access credentials are valid.
• Investigate security incidents and document findings for management.
• Develop, implement, and maintain facility security policies and procedures.
• Review and update security systems to enhance protection.
• Provide security awareness training to employees and emergency procedures.
• Coordinate with local law enforcement and emergency services when needed.
• Maintain security records and reports per policies.
• Assist with site access control system operations and access requests.
• Coordinate with contract guards providing 24/7 on-site security.
• Process DOE security clearances and maintain detailed records.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Data analysis

Security awareness

DOE clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, security management, or related field

Advanced degrees or professional security certifications (CPP, PSP)

Job description

At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With more than 7,800 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers. Our company supplies precision manufactured components, services and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry across four continents. Our joint ventures provide environmental restoration and operations management at a dozen U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT’s technology is driving advances in medical radioisotope production in North America and microreactors for various defense and space applications. For more information, visit www.bwxt.com . Follow us on LinkedIn , X , Facebook and Instagram .

Welcome to BWXT

We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We required a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference.

Position Overview

As our Facility Security Officer, you will collaborate closely with the security and safety personnel in implementing local, corporate, and Department of Energy (DOE) facility security requirements to ensure compliance, safety and security of the facility, its employees, visitors, and assets. This role involves the implementation and enforcement of security protocols, conducting regular inspections, and coordinating with law enforcement as necessary. The officer will also handle incident reports and maintain communication with management regarding security matters.

Location

On-site in Euclid, Ohio

Your Day To Day As a Facility Security Officer

• Monitor and control access to the facility, ensuring all security protocols are followed.
• Conduct regular security patrols of the premises, including interior and exterior areas, to identify and address potential security hazards.
• Maintain visitor logs and ensure that all visitors have appropriate access credentials.
• Conduct investigations of security incidents or breaches, documenting findings and reporting them to management.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of facility security policies and procedures.
• Regularly review and update security systems and technology to enhance facility security.
• Provide training to employees on security awareness and emergency procedures.
• Coordinate with local law enforcement and emergency services during emergencies or incidents.
• Maintain all security records and reports in compliance with organizational policies.
• Maintain comprehensive administrative knowledge of site access control systems and assist personnel in submitting access requests.
• Assist with providing direction to the contract guard personnel providing security on-site 24/7.
• Prepare and facilitate the processing of DOE security clearances, maintaining detailed records in compliance with government regulations.
• Additional tasks and responsibilities as assigned by management to support the Security Program.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, security management, or a related field; advanced degrees or professional security certifications (e.g., CPP, PSP) strongly preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience in a security or access control role experience preferably with a customer service focus.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of engaging and influencing employees and leaders of diverse backgrounds and generations.
• Analytical mindset with experience in leveraging data to inform decision-making.
• Trustworthy, capable of handling sensitive information appropriately, and able to interact professionally with various disciplines and personalities.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) clearance.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
• Flexible work schedules and paid time off to promote a healthy work-life balance.
• Professional development opportunities, including mentorship programs and sponsorship for continuing education.
• An inclusive atmosphere that celebrates new perspectives and supports collaboration between different generations.
• The chance to be part of a mission-driven organization making a positive impact on the future of energy.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and training to grow throughout your career!

Pay: $70,000 - $103,000

The base salary range for this position in Ohio (US-OH) at the start of employment is expected to be between $70,000 and $103,000 per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors, and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, the selected job candidate will be employed 'at-will,’ unless employed at a location and in a position subject to a collective bargaining agreement. The company further reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment, compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and other market factors.

As a federal government contractor, BWX Technologies, Inc. and any subsidiaries, affiliates and related entities (“BWXT” or the “Company”) complies with all federal, state, and local laws and customer requirements regarding health and safety protocols. As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company health and safety requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment.

All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Selected applicants are required to successfully complete a pre-employment check and drug screening. In addition, the position may require the ability to obtain and maintain applicable federal eligibility requirements for access to classified/sensitive information or matter which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test, previous employment, and reference verifications.

BWXT is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity. We have established procedures to ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, company-sponsored training and social recreational programs are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran or other protected status.

BWX Technologies, Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (BWXT) is not responsible for and does not accept any liability for fees or other costs associated with resumes or candidates presented by recruiters or employment agencies, unless a binding, written recruitment agreement between BWXT and the recruiter or agency exists prior to the presentation of candidates or resumes to BWXT and includes the specific services, job openings, and fees to be paid (“Agreement”). BWXT may consider any candidate for whom a recruiter or agency has submitted an unsolicited resume and explicitly reserves the right to hire such candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency unless an Agreement is in place prior to presentation and such Agreement explicitly encompasses the job opening for which such fees or costs are sought. An email, verbal or other informal contact with any person within BWXT will not create a binding agreement. Agencies or recruiters without an Agreement are directed not to contact any hiring managers of BWXT with recruiting inquiries or resumes. Recruiters and agencies interested in partnering with BWXT may contact BWXT’s Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail].

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