Security Training Manager

CENCORE LLC; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

CenCore is seeking a Security Training Manager at Fort Meade, MD to build and lead training for Access Control, SOC, and VCC personnel. You will coordinate onboarding, certification, and ongoing drills, ensuring readiness for contract requirements and security procedures.

This role travels to program sites, collaborates with site leadership, and maintains audit-ready training records. A TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph and 5+ years security training experience are required.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph.
• U.S. citizenship with valid U.S. Passport Book for international travel.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience in security operations, access control, visitor control, SOC operations, training, or related field.
• 2+ years developing, delivering, or managing training programs in a security, government, or contract environment.
• Experience training personnel on operational procedures, emergency response, report writing, customer service, and security systems.
• Working knowledge of Access Control, SOC, and Visitor Control processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage training for Access Control, SOC, and VCC personnel per contract requirements.
• Deliver classroom, hands-on, scenario-based, and on-the-job training across shifts and sites.
• Oversee onboarding and certification for new hires with written tests and drills.
• Train on access control, badge issuance, visitor processing, incidents, and security systems.
• Create and update lesson plans, materials, exams, and exercises; adapt to changes in post orders.
• Identify performance gaps and deliver remedial training to improve readiness.
• Coordinate recurring drills including emergency response and continuity procedures.
• Maintain training records, certifications, and audit-ready documentation.
• Build cross-training programs across Access Control, SOC, and VCC.
• Prepare training status reports and briefings for leadership and customer.

Skills

Security operations

Training delivery

Instructor coaching

Documentation

MS Office

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Access control systems

Badge issuance systems

Security monitoring software

Incident tracking systems

Job description

• Location CONFIDENTIAL,Ft. Meade, MD, 20755,United States
• Base Pay $110,000.00 - $135,000.00 / Year
• Job Category Training and Development, Operations Management, Protective Services
• Industry Government Contracting, Security , National Security
• Employee Type FT Exempt
• Required Degree High school
• Travel 20%
• Manage Others No

Description

CenCore is seeking a Security Training Manager, based at Fort Meade, Maryland, to build and lead training for personnel in Access Control, the Security Operations Center (SOC), and the Visitor Control Center (VCC). This hands-on role works as an extension of the Director of Operations and Training. It makes sure every officer is trained on post orders, procedures, security systems, emergency response, and contract requirements before and throughout their assignment. The Training Manager partners with site leadership, quality, and program management to keep a cleared workforce ready for the mission, and travels regularly to all program sites to keep training consistent.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage initial, refresher, remedial, and recurring training for Access Control, SOC, and VCC personnel, in line with contract requirements, post orders, SOPs, and security regulations.
• Deliver classroom, hands-on, scenario-based, and on-the-job training to new hires and current staff across all shifts and program sites.
• Oversee onboarding and certification for new hires, and confirm readiness through written tests, observations, drills, and practical demonstrations before officers are assigned to posts.
• Train personnel on access control, badge issuance, visitor processing and accountability, incident reporting, alarm monitoring, emergency communications, handling sensitive information, and security systems.
• Create and maintain lesson plans, training materials, job aids, exams, and practical exercises, and update them when post orders, procedures, systems, or contract requirements change.
• Support the Director of Operations and Training on site readiness by working with supervisors to find performance gaps and deliver corrective or remedial training.
• Coordinate and document recurring drills, including emergency response, evacuation, incident escalation, and continuity procedures.
• Keep training records, certifications, attendance logs, and compliance documentation accurate and audit-ready, and use incident trends and audit findings to improve training.
• Build cross-training programs that increase workforce flexibility across Access Control, SOC, and VCC functions.
• Prepare training status reports, metrics, and briefings for program leadership and customer review.

Required Qualifications

• ActiveTS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph
• U.S. citizenship, with a valid U.S. Passport Book for international travel
• High school diploma or equivalent
• 5+ years of experience in security operations, access control, visitor control, SOC operations, training, or a related field
• 2+ years developing, delivering, or managing training programs in a security, law enforcement, military, government, or contract environment
• Experience training personnel on operational procedures, emergency response, report writing, customer service, and security systems
• Working knowledge of Access Control, SOC, and Visitor Control processes

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting an Intelligence Community or government access control program
• Prior support of a government, federal, DoD, DHS, or cleared facility contract
• Experience with badging systems, access control platforms, visitor management systems, alarm monitoring software, or incident tracking systems
• Prior military, law enforcement, force protection, or physical security training experience
• Instructor certification or other formal training certification
• Ability to walk 3 to 5 miles during a shift and stand for 60 minutes at a time, with prolonged standing
• Ability to frequently climb stairs and ramps, and occasionally climb ladders
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs (22.5 kg) and occasionally push or pull 50 to 75 lbs (22.5 to 34 kg) with an assistive device
• Training program design and management
• Instruction and facilitation for adult learners, from small groups to large groups
• Lesson plan, SOP-based instruction, and performance documentation development
• Audit preparation and training compliance recordkeeping
• Clear written and verbal communication
• Organization and attention to detail under deadlines
• Coaching and leadership
• Microsoft Office proficiency, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• This position is based at Fort Meade, Maryland, with approximately 20% to 30% travel to all program sites, including international travel. Travel will be heavier during the initial transition period.
• Work takes place in offices, training rooms, control centers, and operational security environments.
• Must be available to support multiple shifts, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on operational needs.
• Normal visual acuity (near, far, and peripheral, with correction).

Company Overview

At CenCore, we deliver security solutions that support critical national security missions. We specialize in designing, building, securing, and maintaining advanced technology environments at the intersection of emerging technology and national security. We are seeking a dependable, cleared professional to join our team in support of security operations training for an Intelligence Community access control program.

Compensation Overview

Pay Range: $110,000 to $135,000 annual salary

Eligible employees may enroll in company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision benefits in accordance with plan terms and enrollment requirements. The company contributes toward employee healthcare premiums, subject to plan provisions. Employees are also eligible to participate in the company's 401(k) retirement savings plan, including employer matching contributions in accordance with plan guidelines and eligibility requirements. Paid time off, sick leave, and holiday benefits are provided in accordance with company policy, applicable contract requirements, and federal, state, and local laws. Benefit eligibility and accrual rates may vary based on position, location, and length of service. The company is committed to equitable pay practices and does not seek or rely on an applicant's wage history when making compensation decisions.

Benefits may be modified from time to time in accordance with company policy and applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

CenCore is an equal opportunity employer. We hire based on merit and qualifications and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Additional Information

• Required Security Clearance Top Secret - FS Poly