Locksmith / Access Control Technician

Fibertek Inc; Fort Belvoir (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) plan with company match

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

Fibertek seeks an experienced Locksmith / Access Control Technician to support a secure facility at Fort Belvoir, VA. This role administers the Lock & Key Control Program and maintains physical and electronic locking systems in coordination with Army personnel.

Responsibilities include servicing Medeco/SFIC/High-security locks, integrating electronic access controls, and ensuring compliance with SCIF and Open Storage requirements for DoD facilities.

Qualifications

• Security Clearance: TS/SCI with eligibility.
• Minimum 8+ years locksmith experience.
• Virginia Locksmith Certification / Registration required.
• Experience with specialized locksmith equipment and key/security management databases.

Responsibilities

• Oversee base key control systems, pinning, and key cutting by code.
• Install and service high-security locks and GSA hardware.
• Program and maintain electronic access components and massley systems.
• Monitor Access Control Systems and CCTV; ensure perimeter integrity.
• Ensure compliance with US Army, DoD, SCIF/Open Storage guidelines.

Skills

Locksmithing

Access control

Key systems

Tools

Key-cutting machines

Diagnostic tools

Key/security databases

Job description

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Job Title

Locksmith / Access Control Technician

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Job Description

Fibertek seeks to hire an experienced Locksmith / Access Control Technician to support our customer's secure facility at Fort Belvoir, VA. This position serves as the primary locksmith and primary technical authority for lock, key, and hardware security. The role is responsible for administering the Lock & Key Control Program, maintaining physical and electronic locking systems (i.e. HIRSCH badging system), ensuring GSA and SCIF/Open Storage compliance in coordination with the Army customer’s government civilian and other contractor personnel.

Core Locksmith & Hardware Responsibilities

Locksmithing, Key Systems & Pinning

• Key System Administration: Oversee base and sub-base key control systems to maintain area key integrity; establish proper pin stacking, lock cylinder core pinning, key cutting by code, and key duplication.
• Specialized Cylinder Servicing: Key and re-key Medeco cylinders, Small Format Interchangeable Cores (SFIC), cylinders with sidebars, and high-security locks.
• Bypass & Lockout Response: Execute lock cylinder picking and manipulation techniques to resolve lockout situations non-destructively.
• Lock Maintenance: Disassemble, clean, inspect, repair, and reassemble locks (padlocks, safe locks, vault locks, and standard architectural locks), replacing worn tumblers, springs, and internal components.

GSA Containers, Vaults & Specialized Locking Mechanisms

• GSA Safe & Vault Operations: Drill GSA safe containers, vaults, and Sound Transmission Class (STC) doors using approved methods; perform necessary repairs and conduct inspections for recertification to meet GSA specifications.
• High-Security Hardware: Install, service, and change combinations on electronic and mechanical GSA-rated locking devices, including Mas-Hamilton/Kaba-Mas X-07, X-08, X-09, X-10, and Sargent & Greenleaf (S&G) 2740B and 8077 models.
• Electromechanical & Pushbutton Locks: Install, program, and maintain stand-alone electronic and mechanical pushbutton locks (e.g., Simplex/Unican, Alarm Lock Trilogy, Schlage CO100, E-Plex, and standalone cipher locks).

Architectural Door Hardware & Access Control Integration

• Door Hardware Installation & Repair: Install, service, and replace overhead door closers, ADA electronic automatic door operators, electronic door levers, electric door strikes, magnetic locks (maglocks), exit/panic devices, astragals, hinges, door plates, and thresholds.
• Electronic Access Control Integration: Install and maintain keyless entry components (card readers (i.e. HIRSCH badging system), request-to-exit motion sensors, Airphone/intercom units, and ADA access actuators), interfacing locking hardware with the facility’s centralized electronic Access Control System.

Security & Program Management (Primary & Alternate Duties)

Program Administration & Policy Oversight

• Lock & Key Control Program: Manage the comprehensive Lock & Key Control Program; formulate and update policies, minimum standards, criteria, and operational procedures for key and keyless entry systems.
• Personnel Engagement: In coordination with the Facilities and Equipment Branch (FEB) team, promote lock, key, and physical security awareness across all compound levels to foster personnel ownership and accountability.
• Accountability & Records: Maintain accurate, up-to-date records of all locks, keys, and hardware combinations utilizing a computerized key tracking management software.

Security Monitoring & Technical Security Systems

• System Monitoring: Monitor and support Access Control Systems, CCTV/video surveillance sensors, and Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS).
• Perimeter & Physical Boundaries: Inspect fences, gates, security lighting, and compound signage regularly to verify perimeter integrity and operational effectiveness.
• Authorization Controls: Administer photography authorization protocols and oversee area signage compliance.

Risk Assessments, Compliance & Facility Readiness

• Vulnerability Assessments: Conduct annual risk analyses and vulnerability assessments, or as required when the compound’s threat posture changes. Validate and maintain assessment records on file until successor evaluations are completed.
• Compliance Standards: Ensure all facilities adhere to US Army, Federal, DoD, and State physical security guidelines, specifically for Open Storage and SCIF areas.
• Emergency & Incident Response: Maintain an updated Emergency Notification Roster containing Point of Contact (POC) details for alarm system malfunctions or security breaches in SCIF and Open Storage areas. Coordinate with building administrators and the Guard Force on facility shut/lockdown schedules and emergency alarm response.
• Loss Investigations: Promptly investigate security-related losses once the Facilities and Equipment Branch (FEB) team determines criminal activity is not involved; assess negligence, determine responsibility, and implement corrective controls.
• Advocacy & Continuous Improvement: Identify GSA compliance deficiencies and security vulnerabilities; advocate with administrators for funding and resources to remediate deficiencies.

Operational & General Requirements

• Interpret and execute work orders, engineering drawings, architectural blueprints, and supervisory instructions.
• Safeguard compound assets continuously through layered physical defense measures approved by the Facilities and Equipment Branch Chief.

Job Requirements

Clearance & Experience

• Security Clearance: Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility (TS/SCI).
• Experience: Minimum of 8+ years of professional locksmith experience.
• Licensure / Certification: Valid Virginia Locksmith Certification / Registration.
• Technical Expertise: Demonstrated background operating specialized locksmith equipment, key-cutting machines (code and duplicator), diagnostic tools, and key/security management databases.

Professional Skills

• Strong oral and written communication skills with proven ability to draft, evaluate, and track formal technical and security reports.
• Excellent customer service orientation, organizational aptitude, and high attention to detail.
• Proven track record managing multiple complex projects and technical service calls concurrently.

Physical Demands

• Mobility & Posture: Regularly required to stand, walk, climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and reach with hands and arms. Frequently required to sit, talk, and hear.
• Manual Dexterity: Fine motor skills required to manipulate lock picks, small pins, springs, tumblers, hand tools, and specialized drill rigs.
• Lifting Requirements: Regularly lift and move up to 25 lbs; frequently lift and move up to 50 lbs; occasionally lift and move up to 100 lbs (such as safe doors, heavy hardware, and barrier components).
• Vision Requirements: Specific vision capabilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust optical focus.

Benefits offered: The company provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; disability, life insurance, and AD&D; a 401(k) plan with a company match and immediate vesting; Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts; an Employee Assistance Program; education assistance; paid time off and holidays; flexible work schedules; and a 9/8/80 alternate workweek option.FIBERTEK, Inc. is a recognized leader in advanced lasers, lidars and laser communication systems providing our DoD, NASA and aerospace customers discriminating capabilities. We pride ourselves in our innovation and customer success focused culture enabled by a creative and relaxed work environment. Fibertek fosters a progressive learning environment that values inspiration, promotes professional challenge and encourages personal growth. We offer a competitive and incentivized compensation package with excellent benefits.Fibertek, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual merit, skills, and experience. Fibertek does not engage in nor permits any discrimination in the workplace.