Part-Time/On-Call Security Officer (3rd Shift) - CCS

IDA Center for Computing Sciences; Bowie (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

IDA Center for Computing Sciences in Bowie, Maryland seeks a Part-time/On-Call Security Officer for the 3rd shift (10 pm–6 am, Tue–Sat). The role involves regulating entry, patrolling, monitoring alarms, and producing incident reports to ensure facility security.

The position requires US citizenship and an active TS/SCI with full-scope polygraph clearance, plus the ability to work outdoors in all weather and stand for extended periods.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Active TS/SCI with Full-scope polygraph clearance.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two+ years of direct security guard experience.
• Ability to use a computer.
• Ability to stand for long periods outdoors.
• Excellent English communication skills (speaking and writing).

Responsibilities

• Regulates entry of personnel into the building and adjacent areas.
• Patrols grounds and reports incidents.
• Investigates unusual events and prepares incident reports.
• Responds to alarms and emergencies.
• Secures classified packages after hours.
• Performs escort duties as directed.
• Keeps logs of visitors and monitors access systems.

Skills

English communication

Computer literacy

Stand for long periods

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

The Institute for Defense Analyses (IDA) has an immediate opening for a Part-time/On-Call Security Officer (3rd Shift) role. Shift hours are 10 pm - 6 am, Tuesday - Saturday.

This opening is located at IDA's Center for Computing Sciences in Bowie, Maryland (CCS). IDA offers a superior professional working environment. The Part-time/On-Call Security Officer regulates and controls personnel movement into the building, patrols the building grounds, investigates unusual events and submits reports.

Responsibilities

• Maintains knowledge of and familiarity with the Standard Practice and Procedures for SCI Manual and the CCS Security Force Manual of Policies and Procedures.
• Regulates personnel entry into building and adjacent areas. Deals with visitors, and staff professionally and with courtesy.
• Checks personnel identification badges. Ensures visitors are authorized for entry into facility and confirms identification.
• Maintains log of visitors and operates the special personnel accountability system.
• Understands special instructions/orders at the various posts within and outside of the facility.
• Remains at post until relieved or re-directed by supervisor (Security Captain, ACSSO or Security Manager).
• Patrols assigned area, being alert to violations of security regulations, unauthorized persons and safety hazards. Verifies safety features such as locks, alarms and lights are functioning and operational.
• Responds to alarms, meeting time and physical requirements. Takes prompt action to correct violations, creates complete, accurate and factual incident reports.
• Deals with individuals involved in unusual/suspicious situations firmly but courteously, and works toward resolution of problem involving management, when necessary.
• Understands use of video monitors, carefully watching for any unusual activity on the grounds or vicinity.
• Knows the process of activation/deactivation of the alarm systems (SMTs) and monitoring UL alarm control station.
• Implements emergency procedures as situations dictate or as directed.
• Secures classified packages after office hours.
• Secures alarm access and classified combinations to secure areas.
• Performs escort duty upon direction from supervisor. Stays alert to actions and activities of person (s) under escort. Reports unusual behavior.
• Knows building, office and grounds layout for most direct route to destination.
• Conducts shredding of classified and sensitive information if needed.
• Keeps informed and current with regulations and new procedures concerning the Security Force operations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• MANDATORY REQUIREMENT: U.S. Citizenship is required.
• MANDATORY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT: Candidates must possess an active TS/SCI with a Full-scope polygraph clearance.
• High school diploma or equivalent, and two or more years of directly-related security guard experience.
• Must be able to use a computer.
• Fully capable of monitoring facility and conducting security rounds, including responding on short notice to alarms or emergency situations.
• Lift packages or materials weighing 10 pounds.
• Communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing.
• Able to stand for long periods of time and have corrected vision of 20/20 with no hearing impairments, and work outdoors in all types of weather.

U.S. Citizenship is required

Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance is required

IDA is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a fair recruiting process and working environment free from discrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

IDA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an email to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.

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