Protective Security Officer

Chenega Professional Services Strategic Business Unit; Seabrook Acres (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Chenega Naswik International, LLC seeks a professional Protective Security Officer to provide armed security for the DHS FPS at IRS facilities.

Responsibilities include access control, screening, patrols, incident response, and enforcing security procedures.

Qualifications

• Two years minimum armed security, law enforcement, military, or equivalent experience.
• Must meet FPS Protective Security Officer medical qualifications.
• Maintain Maryland certifications and permits listed.
• Maintain firearms qualifications and FPS and site-specific training requirements.
• Able to stand, walk, patrol, and respond to emergencies for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Verify identification and control entry/exit for personnel, visitors, vehicles, and property.
• Operate X-ray, magnetometers, handheld detectors, and manual inspection tools.
• Perform interior and exterior patrols, identify security concerns and respond to threats.
• Respond to alarms and emergencies per post orders and procedures.
• Operate CCTV, intrusion, fire alarm systems, and comms equipment.
• Process visitors, issue credentials, and maintain logs; coordinate escorts.
• Identify and detain individuals violating security rules as required.
• Respond to medical, fire, or hazardous situations; coordinate with responders.
• Prepare incident reports and maintain logs and equipment security.

Skills

English fluency

Observation & communication

Decision making

Access control & screening

Security equipment operation

Customer service

Threat recognition

Emergency response

Teamwork

Education

Maryland Security Guard Certification

Maryland Handgun Wear and Carry Permit

Firearms training certifications (CPR, AED, First Aid)

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.

Responsibilities

• Perform access control functions by verifying identification and controlling the entry and exit of personnel, visitors, vehicles, and property.
• Conduct screening operationsutilizing X-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 as required.
• 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 and maintain a valid Maryland State Police Security Guard Certification.
• Possess and maintain an active Maryland Handgun Wear and Carry Permit.
• Maintain current Maryland State Police-approved firearms training and weapons qualification requirements.
• Must maintain a professional appearance and comply with FPS contract uniform and grooming standards.
• Must obtain and maintain required 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 successfully maintain all 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, 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.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to identify and 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.