Protective Security Officer

Chenega Corporation; Seabrook (MD); On-site; USD 39,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Chenega Naswik International, LLC is seeking a professional Protective Security Officer (PSO) to provide armed security services for FPS at IRS facilities. The role protects federal personnel, facilities, and property through access control, screening, patrols, and incident response.

The ideal candidate has disciplined security experience, strong observational skills, and a commitment to public safety, with duties including reporting, logs, and coordination with FPS and law enforcement.

Qualifications

• Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English fluently.
• Strong observation, communication, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to prepare clear, accurate, and timely reports.
• Knowledge of access control, screening procedures, patrol operations, and emergency response protocols.
• Ability to operate security equipment, surveillance systems, and communications devices.

Responsibilities

• Verify identification and control entry/exit of personnel, visitors, vehicles, and property.
• Operate screening tools and conduct inspections.
• Perform interior and exterior patrols and respond to threats.
• Respond to alarms, incidents, emergencies, and unusual situations.
• Coordinate with FPS, law enforcement, and responders as required.
• Process visitors, issue credentials, maintain logs, and escort as needed.

Skills

English fluency

Observation skills

Communication

Decision-making

Teamwork

Job description

Summary

Chenega Naswik International, LLC isseekinga professional and highly motivated Protective Security Officer (PSO) to provide armed security services in support of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Federal Protective Service (FPS) at federally protected IRS facilities. This positionis responsible forprotecting federal personnel, facilities, and property through access control, security screening, patrol operations, incident response, and compliance with established security procedures.

• The ideal candidate is a disciplined security professional with strong observational skills, sound judgment, and a commitment to public safety. This role offers the opportunity to support critical federal security operations while contributing to the protection of government personnel, assets, and infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Perform access control functions by verifying identification and controlling the entry and exit of personnel, visitors, vehicles, and property.

• Conduct screening operationsutilizingX-ray machines, magnetometers, handheld detection devices, and manual inspection procedures.

• Perform interior and exterior patrols toidentifyand respond to security concerns, suspicious activity, and potential threats.

• Respond to alarms, incidents, emergencies, and unusual situationsin accordance withpost orders and established procedures.

• Operate security systems including CCTV, intrusion detection systems, fire alarm systems, and communication equipment.

• Process visitors, issue credentials,maintainvisitor logs, and coordinate escort procedures asrequired.

• Identify, report, delay, or detain individuals who violate security requirements or pose a threat to personnel or propertyin accordance withapplicable policies and laws.

• Respond to medical emergencies, fire alarms, hazardous conditions, civil disturbances, and evacuation events.

• Prepareaccuratereports, incident documentation, activity logs, and prohibiteditem reports.

• Maintain professional appearance, conduct, and customer service standards.

• Safeguard government-issued and company-issued equipment, weapons, keys, and access devices.

• Coordinate activities with FPS personnel, supervisors, law enforcement agencies, and emergency responders asrequired.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years of armed security, law enforcement, military, or equivalent qualifying experience.

• Must meet all FPS Protective Security Officer medical qualification requirements.

• Possess andmaintaina valid Maryland State Police Security Guard Certification.

• Possess andmaintainan active Maryland Handgun Wear and Carry Permit.

• Maintain current Maryland State Police-approvedfirearmstraining and weapons qualification requirements.

• Must maintain a professional appearance and comply with FPS contract uniform and grooming standards.

• Must obtain andmaintainrequired firearms qualifications and training certifications, including CPR, AED, First Aid, FPS training, and site-specific training requirements.

• Ability to stand, walk, patrol, and respond to emergencies for extended periods.

• Ability to successfullymaintainall required suitability, credentialing, and security requirements.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English fluently.

• Strong observation, communication, and decision-making skills.

• Ability to prepare clear,accurate, andtimelyreports.

• Knowledge of access control, screening procedures, patrol operations, and emergency response protocols.

• Ability tooperate security equipment, surveillance systems, and communications devices.

• Strong customer service and interpersonal communication skills.

• Ability toidentifyand respond appropriately to security threats and suspicious activities.

• Ability to remain calm and professional during emergencies and stressful situations.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Commitment to professionalism, accountability, and mission success.

Estimated Salary/Wage

Up to USD $34.52/Hr.