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Armed Security Guard
$64,584
Against the Alexandria typical range
Job description
Summary Chenega Naswik International, LLC is seeking a professional and dependable Armed Security Guard to provide security services in support of a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers facility. This position is responsible for protecting personnel, facilities, property, and assets through access control operations, security patrols, inspections, and enforcement of established security procedures.
The ideal candidate is a disciplined security professional with strong observational skills, sound judgment, and a commitment to public safety. This role offers the opportunity to support critical government operations while contributing to the protection of federal personnel, resources, and infrastructure.
Responsibilities
Communicate effectively via radio, telephone, and in-person interactions. Provide professional interaction and escort services for government personnel, visitors, contractors, and the public. Perform access control and traffic control functions in accordance with established procedures. Conduct walking and motorized patrols to identify security concerns and unauthorized activities.
Enforce applicable security regulations, post orders, and standard operating procedures. Protect government personnel, facilities, equipment, property, and resources. Conduct personnel, vehicle, building, and facility inspections. Perform package and parcel inspections as required. Monitor assigned areas for suspicious activity, safety concerns, and security risks.
Complete reports, logs, and required documentation accurately and timely. Support emergency response and incident management activities. Work flexible schedules, including weekends and holidays, as required. Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required. Possess and maintain Armed Security Guard certification through the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS). Possess an active Secret Clearance. Must be at least 21 years of age. Certified in the use of Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) Spray. Certified in the use of batons. Minimum of one (1) year of experience with a civilian police agency, military police organization, security force, or related security organization.
Possess and maintain current CPR certification through the American Red Cross or equivalent approved provider. Must successfully meet Physical Agility Test (PAT) standards as required by the customer, including: 1.5-mile run completed within 17 minutes and 30 seconds. 19 push-ups completed within two minutes. Must successfully complete and pass the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI).
Preferred Qualifications
Associate's degree in Criminal Justice, Homeland Security, Security Management, or a related field. Experience supporting Department of Defense or federal government security operations. Military police, armed security, or law enforcement experience. Experience working in controlled-access or high-security environments.
Additional certifications in First Aid, emergency response, or security operations. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of physical security operations, access control procedures, and force protection principles. Strong observation, communication, and decision-making skills. Ability to prepare accurate reports and maintain required documentation.
Ability to follow post orders, standard operating procedures, and government regulations. Ability to interact professionally with employees, visitors, contractors, and government personnel. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Ability to operate computers, radios, vehicles, and standard office equipment.
Ability to identify and respond appropriately to security concerns and emergencies. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Commitment to professionalism, accountability, and mission success. Estimated Salary/Wage USD $31.05/Hr. Communicate effectively via radio, telephone, and in-person interactions. Provide professional interaction and escort services for government personnel, visitors, contractors, and the public.
Perform access control and traffic control functions in accordance with established procedures. Conduct walking and motorized patrols to identify security concerns and unauthorized activities. Enforce applicable security regulations, post orders, and standard operating procedures. Protect government personnel, facilities, equipment, property, and resources.
Conduct personnel, vehicle, building, and facility inspections. Perform package and parcel inspections as required. Monitor assigned areas for suspicious activity, safety concerns, and security risks. Complete reports, logs, and required documentation accurately and timely. Support emergency response and incident management activities.
Work flexible schedules, including weekends and holidays, as required. Perform other duties as assigned. High School Diploma or GED required. Possess and maintain Armed Security Guard certification through the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS). Possess an active Secret Clearance. Must be at least 21 years of age.
Certified in the use of Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) Spray. Certified in the use of batons. Minimum of one (1) year of experience with a civilian police agency, military police organization, security force, or related security organization. Possess and maintain current CPR certification through the American Red Cross or equivalent approved provider.
Must successfully meet Physical Agility Test (PAT) standards as required by the customer, including: 1.5-mile run completed within 17 minutes and 30 seconds. 19 push-ups completed within two minutes. Must successfully complete and pass the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI).
Preferred Qualifications
Associate's degree in Criminal Justice, Homeland Security, Security Management, or a related field. Experience supporting Department of Defense or federal government security operations. Military police, armed security, or law enforcement experience. Experience working in controlled-access or high-security environments.
Additional certifications in First Aid, emergency response, or security operations. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of physical security operations, access control procedures, and force protection principles. Strong observation, communication, and decision-making skills. Ability to prepare accurate reports and maintain required documentation.
Ability to follow post orders, standard operating procedures, and government regulations. Ability to interact professionally with employees, visitors, contractors, and government personnel. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Ability to operate computers, radios, vehicles, and standard office equipment.
Ability to identify and respond appropriately to security concerns and emergencies. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Commitment to professionalism, accountability, and mission success.
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