Security Officer - Armed

Akima; Tullahoma (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Akima Intra-Data is seeking a dedicated security professional to support Arnold Air Force Base in Tennessee. Under supervision of a shift lieutenant, you will perform fixed-post duties, mobile and foot patrols, and entry control to help keep facilities secure and deter crime.

The role requires responding to accidents or incidents, completing required reports, and maintaining compliance with security standards. A pre-employment fitness test and clearance requirements apply.

Qualifications

• Must successfully complete pre-employment fitness test.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Must be able to obtain a TN Armed Security Guard/Officer License.
• Must be able to maintain qualification and authority to carry firearms.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
• Must possess a valid state driver’s license.
• Must present a professional image in accordance with Air Force Instruction 31-122, Dress and Appearance Standards.

Responsibilities

• Manning of installation fixed posts.
• Performing entry control at base access gates, ensuring only credentialed personnel are allowed access to Arnold Air Force Base.
• Manning of mobile and foot patrols to ensure base facilities are areas are secure.
• Maintaining presence for crime prevention/deterrence.
• Initial responses to major accidents or incidents, initial investigation of incidents and completion of required forms and reports.

Skills

Physical security

Access control

Patrol skills

Incident response

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Under supervision of a shift lieutenant, performs physical security and resource protection related tasks and activities.

Responsibilities

• Manning of installation fixed posts.
• Performing entry control at base access gates, ensuring only credentialed personnel are allowed access to Arnold Air Force Base.
• Manning of mobile and foot patrols to ensure base facilities are areas are secure.
• Maintaining presence for crime prevention/deterrence.
• initial responses to major accidents or incidents, initial investigation of incidents and completion of required forms and reports.

Qualifications

Required

• Must successfully complete pre-employment fitness test
• Must be 21 years of age
• Must be able to obtain a TN Armed Security Guard/Officer License
• Must be able to maintain qualification and authority to carry firearms
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearanceMust possess a valid state driver’s license
• Must possess High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must present a professional image in accordance with Air Force Instruction 31-122, Dress and Appearance Standards

Desired

• Two years of military police or security forces experience and/or two years of professional police experience in a civilian law enforcement agency

Job ID

2026-27167

Work Type

On-Site

Company Description

Work Where it Matters

Akima Intra-Data (AID), an Akima company, is not just another federal logistics services provider. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At AID, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, AID provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, AID delivers flexible, full-spectrum facilities, maintenance, and repair and logistics services that enable our customers to reduce operating costs, improve productivity, and enhance the value of their existing assets.

As an AID employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.

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