Security Access Control Specialist

BWX Technologies, Inc.; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Retirement plans

Flexible schedule

Professional development

Inclusive culture

Job summary

BWX Technologies, Inc. in Lynchburg, VA is seeking a Security Access Control Specialist to manage building access, issue and track badges, and monitor system alerts to prevent unauthorized entry. This on-site role requires attention to detail and adherence to security policies.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, at least 2 years of relevant experience, U.S. citizenship, and the ability to obtain DOE or DOD security clearance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience is required.
• Must exercise discretion in handling confidential information.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain DOE or DOD security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Serve as one of the primary points of contact for building access, providing professional support to employees, contractors, and visitors while ensuring all access policies are consistently followed.
• Assist the contractor security officers with verifying the identity, access credentials, and authorization levels of all individuals requesting entry, including visitors, vendors, and temporary personnel.
• Maintain and update electronic access control systems and databases, including visitor registration, badge issuance, access logs, and user profiles.
• Issue, track, and recover temporary badges, and other access credentials in accordance with established access governance procedures.
• Review and validate access requests against approved access lists, clearance databases, and authorization records.
• Monitor access control dashboards, system alerts, and badge activity reports to identify irregularities, unauthorized attempts, or system anomalies.
• Support periodic audits of access permissions, ensuring that employee, contractor, and vendor privileges reflect current job roles and security requirements.
• Process access changes by granting, modifying, or revoking permissions based on verified approvals from management or security leadership.
• Assist the Facility Security Officer (FSO) with conducting initial clearance briefs/debriefs.
• Conduct Facility Security Orientation Training.
• Process foreign travel requests for cleared employees in DISS and provide travel briefs.
• Maintain personnel files in SIMS.

Skills

Communication skills

Discretion

Security clearance eligibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With more than 7,800 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers. Our company supplies precision manufactured components, services and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry across four continents. Our joint ventures provide environmental restoration and operations management at a dozen U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT’s technology is driving advances in medical radioisotope production in North America and microreactors for various defense and space applications. For more information, visit www.bwxt.com . Follow us on LinkedIn , X , Facebook and Instagram .

Welcome to BWXT

We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We required a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference.

BWXT is People Strong, Innovation Driven - be part of BWXT’s innovation hub. BWXT’s Advanced Technologies (AT) group researches, designs, and develops innovative new nuclear reactors, nuclear rocket propulsion systems, and radioisotope production systems for both internal and external customers.

If you are looking for a career where your experience is valued, innovative thinking is fostered, and barrier-free teamwork is embraced every day, then this opportunity is for you.

Position Overview:

As a Security Access Control Specialist, you will manage and oversee all aspects of building access to ensure that personnel, contractors, and visitors are properly authenticated. You will maintain accurate access records, administer badges and credentials, and monitor system alerts for anomalies or unauthorized activity. You support compliance by validating access requests against approved authorization lists and clearance systems. Through consistent oversight and documentation, you help maintain a secure and well-regulated facility environment.

Location:

On-site in Lynchburg, VA at the Advanced Technologies Office

Your Day to Day as a Security Access Control Specialist:

• Serve as one of the primary points of contact for building access, providing professional support to employees, contractors, and visitors while ensuring all access policies are consistently followed.
• Assist the contractor security officers with verifying the identity, access credentials, and authorization levels of all individuals requesting entry, including visitors, vendors, and temporary personnel.
• Maintain and update electronic access control systems and databases, including visitor registration, badge issuance, access logs, and user profiles.
• Issue, track, and recover temporary badges, and other access credentials in accordance with established access governance procedures.
• Review and validate access requests against approved access lists, clearance databases, and authorization records (including systems such as DISS, NBIS, or CPCI when applicable).
• Monitor access control dashboards, system alerts, and badge activity reports to identify irregularities, unauthorized attempts, or system anomalies.
• Support periodic audits of access permissions, ensuring that employee, contractor, and vendor privileges reflect current job roles and security requirements.
• Process access changes by granting, modifying, or revoking permissions based on verified approvals from management or security leadership.
• Assist the Facility Security Officer (FSO) with conducting initial clearance briefs/debriefs.
• Conduct Facility Security Orientation Training.
• Process foreign travel requests for cleared employees in DISS and provide travel briefs.
• Maintain personnel files in SIMS.

Required Qualifications:

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• A minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience is required.
• Must exercise discretion in handling confidential information.
• Must demonstrate strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) or Department of Defense (DOD) security clearance, whichever is required.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
• Flexible work schedules and paid time off to promote a healthy work-life balance.
• Professional development opportunities, including mentorship programs and sponsorship for continuing education.
• An inclusive atmosphere that celebrates new perspectives and supports collaboration between different generations.
• The chance to be part of a mission-driven organization making a positive impact on the future of energy.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and training to grow throughout your career!

Pay: $47,000.00- $74,000.00

The base salary range for this position in Virginia (US-VA) at the start of employment is expected to be between $47,000.00 and $74,000.00 per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors, and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, the selected job candidate will be employed 'at-will' unless employed at a location and in a position subject to a collective bargaining agreement. The company further reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment, compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and other market factors.

As a federal government contractor, BWX Technologies, Inc. and any subsidiaries, affiliates and related entities ("BWXT" or the "Company") complies with all federal, state, and local laws and customer requirements regarding health and safety protocols. As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company health and safety requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment.

All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Selected applicants are required to successfully complete a pre-employment check and drug screening. In addition, the position may require the ability to obtain and maintain applicable federal eligibility requirements for access to classified/sensitive information or matter which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test, previous employment, and reference verifications.

BWXT is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity. We have established procedures to ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, company-sponsored training and social recreational programs are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran or other protected status.

Nearest Major Market: Lynchburg

Nearest Secondary Market: Virginia

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