Security Specialist

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

Job summary

Day & Zimmermann Company is seeking a Security Specialist at Hawthorne Army Depot to implement approved security plans and procedures across industrial and physical security domains. The role supports badging, visitor access, clearance processing, and security records in alignment with government and company policies.

The candidate will maintain and issue security badges, manage access records, process clearances, and handle classified material controls while ensuring adherence to DoD and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Three or more years of criminal justice, security, administrative security, or related experience.
• Security Specialist certification required or must be obtained and maintained as required by Company and contract requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Security Chief in preparing plans, manuals, standard operating procedures, standing guard orders, and Depot Protection Plan materials.
• Prepare and issue temporary visitor security badges, vehicle passes, permanent security badges, and vehicle decals; maintain records and brief visitors and staff on access requirements.
• Support the Industrial Security Program per DoD and National Industrial Security Program requirements; process employee security clearances and handle classified material activities.
• Register pets, resident weapons, and authorized recreational access; issue permits, keys, and records for security accountability.
• Conduct debriefings of cleared employees upon termination and assist with NCIC III screening for access.
• Report safety, environmental, security, or compliance concerns; maintain confidentiality of personal information and security records; comply with ethics and standards.

Skills

Security experience

Criminal justice background

Communication skills

Ability to obtain security clearance

Education

High school diploma or GED

PILB registration or license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Security systems

Job description

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.

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

Day & Zimmermann offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, financial security, and well-being of our employees. Benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement savings options; paid time off; and 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.

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.