Security Monitor

Amentum; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 28,413 - 40,467; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum is looking for a Security Monitor in Springfield, VA to oversee security and emergency situations. The role requires monitoring uncleared personnel, providing safety reports, and maintaining alertness. Candidates should have a high school diploma, at least 1 year of security experience, and must be a US Citizen able to maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance. This position offers $25.00 per hour and an array of benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of security experience required.
• Ability to stand/sit for long periods essential.
• Must be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain a Top Secret/SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and escort uncleared persons at the facility.
• Provide verbal and written reports on safety and security issues.
• Maintain visual contact with escorted individuals.

Skills

Security monitoring

Report writing

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

This guard carries out detailed instructions and procedures primarily oriented to insure that emergencies and security violations are readily discovered, and reported to appropriate authority. The primary duty is to observe and report security and emergency situations. This guard intervenes directly only in situations which require minimal action to safeguard property or persons. Duties require minimal training and physical fitness standards.

Amentum has a unique opportunity for an Security Monitor to join our team in Springfield, VA location. That's right, our contract will sponsor or upgrade your current clearance, if you meet the requirements below!

The position pays $25.00 an hour, and the clearance upgrade processing time is solely dependent on the investigation.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and escort uncleared persons at the facility.
• Provide verbal and written reports regarding pertinent safety, security, facility, or personnel issues/incidents.
• Always maintain visual contact and proper line of sight with uncleared personnel.
• Respond professionally and courteously to all personnel.
• Remain alert and always awake to provide appropriate security monitoring of escorted individuals.
• Work around active construction areas and wear the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
• Work in industrial locations (mechanical and electrical rooms, etc.).
• Properly sanitize areas prior to escorting uncleared personnel into designated work areas.
• Walk long distances, climb stairs (including stepladders, etc.), sit/stand for long periods of time.
• Wear appropriate work attire which may include a company provided dress uniform.
• Perform all other position related duties as assigned or requested.

Requirements

• A minimum of a HS diploma or GED
• 1+ year security experience
• Ability to stand/sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to provide written and verbal incident reports to various customers.
• Will be required to work an annual Family Day event on a Saturday in September
• Impeccable attendance history
• Must be a US Citizen, and must be able to obtain and possess/maintain a fully adjudicated Top Secret/SCI

Compensation Details

US $25.00 per hour

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good‑faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax‑saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara‑O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low‑income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.