Night Shift Security Officer (Part-Time) - Federal Facility

Institute for Defense Analyses; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Relocation reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Institute for Defense Analyses (IDA) is seeking a Security Officer (Part Time/On Call) in Alexandria, VA to safeguard IDA facilities. The role involves patrols, badge control, and handling classified waste with strict adherence to procedures.

You will work with a small team in a secure environment supporting national defense missions. Requirement includes US citizenship and the ability to obtain/maintain a security clearance.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Active Secret Security Clearance preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least one year of work experience, preferably in physical security.
• Ability to use computer technology including Microsoft Office and other security databases.
• Excellent customer service attitude and ability to communicate and follow instructions.
• Willingness to work other shifts or overtime to support 24/7 operations.
• Successful completion of criminal background check is required.

Responsibilities

• Visually check for appropriate security access badges.
• Escort scheduled, unscheduled, and uncleared personnel or visitors around the facility.
• Perform checks of safes containing classified documents; report safety hazards or unauthorized activity.
• Handle bagged classified waste and ensure proper destruction per procedures.
• Maintain and update the shift log and prepare special reports.
• Patrol all areas of the building (interior and exterior) including the parking garage.
• Issue and maintain badge records and logs.
• Perform Shift Supervisor duties as needed, including operating the Console Command Center.
• Perform receptionist duties using the visitor control system.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Computer skills

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Badge creation software

Job description

Institute for Defense Analyses (IDA) is seeking a Security Officer (Part Time/On Call) in Alexandria, VA to safeguard IDA facilities. The role involves patrols, badge control, and handling classified waste with strict adherence to procedures.

You will work with a small team in a secure environment supporting national defense missions. Requirement includes US citizenship and the ability to obtain/maintain a security clearance.