CCS - 1st Shift Sr. Security Guard Job at Institute for Defense Analyses in Bowi

Overview

The Institute for Defense Analyses (IDA) has an immediate opening for a Full-time 1st shift Sr. Security Guard. Shift hours are 6 am - 2 pm, Monday - Friday. The Sr. Security Guard regulates and controls personnel movement into the building, patrols the building grounds, investigates unusual events and submits reports. The position requires flexibility in working overtime or outside of the regularly scheduled shift as authorized by the Security Manager or ACSSO.

Responsibilities

• Maintains knowledge of and familiarity with the Standard Practice and Procedures for SCI Manual and the CCS Security Force Manual of Policies and Procedures.
• Regulates personnel entry into building and adjacent areas.
• Deals with visitors, and staff professionally and with courtesy.
• Checks personnel identification badges.
• Ensures visitors are authorized for entry into facility and confirms identification.
• Maintains log of visitors and operates the special personnel accountability system.
• Understands special instructions/orders at the various posts within and outside of the facility.
• Remains at post until relieved or redirected by supervisor.
• Patrols assigned area, remaining alert to violations of security regulations, unauthorized persons and safety hazards.
• Verifies safety features such as locks, alarms and lights are functioning and operational.
• Responds to alarms, meeting time and physical requirements.
• Takes prompt action to correct violations and creates complete, accurate and factual incident reports.
• Deals with individuals involved in unusual/suspicious situations firmly but courteously, and works toward resolution of problems involving management when necessary.
• Understands use of video monitors, watching for unusual activity on the grounds or vicinity.
• Knows the process of activation/deactivation of alarm systems and monitoring UL alarm control station.
• Implements emergency procedures as situations dictate or as directed.
• Secures classified packages after office hours.
• Secures alarm access and classified variations to secure areas.
• Performs escort duty upon direction from supervisor; stays alert to actions and activities of person(s) under escort and reports unusual behavior.
• Keeps informed and current with regulations and new procedures concerning Security Force operations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• An Active TS/SCI with CI polygraph clearance or higher is required.
• High school diploma or equivalent, and two or more years of directly related security guard experience.
• Must be able to use a computer.
• Fully capable of monitoring facility and conducting security rounds, including responding on short notice to alarms or emergency situations.
• Lift packages or materials weighing 10 pounds.
• Communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing.
• Able to stand for long periods of time and have corrected vision of 20/20 with no hearing impairments and work outdoors in all types of weather.

Why work at IDA?

Competitive salary and benefits, including diverse health insurance options, generous 10% contribution to retirement, 6 weeks 100% paid parental leave and 20 days paid time off. Mission-oriented work at a nonprofit that supports and protects our Nation’s warfighters. IDA employees are eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL). Professional development including tuition reimbursement, internal and external trainings.

Compensation

We support transparency, equity, and fairness in our compensation program and provide a reasonable estimate of the salary range based on data-driven market analysis for each position. While it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range, a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role is $41,462-66,339. Individual salary within this range will be commensurate with the incumbent’s experience, unique skills and qualifications, and other relevant factors.

U.S. Citizenship is required. Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance is required. IDA is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a fair recruiting process and working environment free from discrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

IDA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process or to perform essential functions, please email employment@ida.org with the nature of your request and contact information.