Security Specialist

Day & Zimmermann; Hawthorne (NV); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement savings options

Paid time off

Job summary

Day & Zimmermann is seeking a Security Specialist to implement approved security plans and oversee badges, access, and records for Hawthorne Army Depot. The role supports industrial security, visitor management, clearance processing, and confidential material controls on a government and company basis.

You will work to ensure compliance with DoD/NISP requirements, assist with credentialing, and coordinate security activities with contractors and personnel at the depot.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years in security or related experience.
• Security Specialist certification required or must be obtained.
• Nevada driver’s license required.
• PILB registration or license required.
• Must obtain and maintain appropriate security clearance per DoD rules.
• Ability to issue badges, passes, decals and related records.
• Support access requirements including clearance processing.
• Knowledge of industrial and physical security principles.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and security systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Security Chief in developing plans and procedures and implement Depot Protection Plan materials.
• Issue temporary and permanent badges, vehicle passes, and decals; brief personnel on access requirements.
• Support DoD and NISP requirements and process employee security clearances.
• Register pets, weapons, and recreational permits; issue related records and keys.
• Debrief cleared employees on termination; assist with NCIC III screening and secure access.
• Report safety, environmental, security concerns; maintain confidentiality and ethics.

Skills

Badge issuance

Access control

Security clearance processing

DoD compliance

Security records management

Security policy communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Security systems

Job description

About Day And Zimmermann

When you’ve been around for more than a century, you know a thing or two! At Day & Zimmermann, we take our lifetime of experience and make things better! Our 37,000+ employees help bring big ideas to life every day. We’re pushing the boundaries of innovation in construction & engineering, operations & maintenance, staffing, and security & defense. And that’s not all. Did we mention that we have 900+ worldwide locations with $3 billion USD in annual revenue? Come join our in on purpose – We put people to work, we protect American freedoms, and we help our customers power and improve the world. We do what we say.® http://www.dayzim.com

Job Summary

The Security Specialist maintains and implements approved security plans, manuals, standing guard orders, and standard operating procedures for Hawthorne Army Depot. This position supports industrial security, physical security, badging, visitor access, clearance processing, classified material controls, recreation permits, and security records to support Government and Company compliance.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Security Chief in preparing plans, manuals, standard operating procedures, standing guard orders, and Depot Protection Plan materials. Implement approved procedures, maintain required reports and records, and support reviews of work methods and procedures for efficiency and compliance. 20%
• Prepare and issue temporary visitor security badges, vehicle passes, permanent security badges, and vehicle decals. Maintain visitor, vehicle, decal, access, and security badge records and brief visitors, vendors, subcontractors, and other personnel on applicable access requirements. 20%
• Support the Industrial Security Program in accordance with applicable Department of Defense and National Industrial Security Program requirements. Process employee security clearances, handle classified material activities as assigned, and prepare documentation for the transmittal or destruction of classified material. 20%
• Register pets, resident weapons, and authorized recreational access activities for personnel residing on or using Hawthorne Army Depot. Issue and track related permits, keys, and records to support security accountability. 10%
• Conduct debriefings of cleared employees upon employment termination and assist with NCIC III screening for personnel attempting to gain access to Hawthorne Army Depot. Perform security duties safely, accurately, and in accordance with approved procedures. 20%
• Report potential or known safety, environmental, security, or compliance concerns to appropriate personnel. Maintain confidentiality when handling personal information, documents, results, applications, and security records, and comply with Company values and the Code of Ethics and Standards of Business Conduct. 10%

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Three or more years of criminal justice, security, administrative security, or related experience. An equivalent combination of education and related experience may be considered.
• Security Specialist certification required or must be obtained and maintained as required by Company and contract requirements.
• Valid Nevada driver’s license required.
• PILB registration or license required or must be obtained and maintained as required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate level of security clearance as established by Department of Defense regulations and Company policy.
• Ability to prepare and issue badges, vehicle passes, decals, permits, and related security records.
• Ability to support employee, contractor, visitor, and classified access requirements, including security clearance processing.
• Working knowledge of industrial and physical security principles and the ability to implement approved security plans, procedures, and standing guard orders.
• Ability to accurately handle personal information, classified material documentation, clearance records, and access-control records.
• Ability to communicate security requirements effectively to visitors, vendors, subcontractors, employees, tenants, and security personnel.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and applicable security systems.

Benefits and Pay Transparency

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement savings options
• Paid time off
• Other company-provided programs, subject to applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements

In compliance with this state's pay transparency laws, the salary range for this role is $21.14-$21.14/hr. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. Pay is determined by the assigned work location and, where applicable, the governing collective bargaining agreement. The posted range reflects differences among locations and agreements; the rate for each assignment is fixed and is not based on seniority or experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Day & Zimmermann is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Diversity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity

Day & Zimmermann is committed to maintaining an inclusive workforce, where employees are hired, retained, compensated and promoted based on their contributions to our Company. Our collective strength is rooted in over a century of diverse employees and businesses, commitment to success, and delivery on promises made. Federal and state Equal Employment Opportunity laws prohibit employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status and disability status. Day & Zimmermann is committed to providing an equal opportunity work environment in full compliance with these laws. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation in the application process, please email [e-mail], and please specify which position you are interested in, including job title and location.