Access Control

Chenega Global Protection • Odenton, MD

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About The Position

The Access Control Specialist controls access to designated facilities, property, and restricted areas by verifying credentials, processing visitors, conducting screening procedures, and monitoring security. The position is the first point of contact for employees, visitors, contractors, and government personnel and helps maintain a secure, professional, and welcoming environment.

The role includes monitoring entry and exit points, conducting interior and exterior security inspections, reporting security concerns and incidents, resolving routine access issues under established procedures and supervisory guidance, and assisting people with facility access. The specialist may also support visitor escort procedures and perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be capable of exercising sound judgment and maintaining composure in stressful situations.
• Obtain and maintain a TS clearance.
• Knowledge of access control procedures, visitor management practices, and facility security principles.
• Knowledge of customer service practices and professional public interaction techniques.
• Ability to quickly identify and report security concerns, policy violations, and unusual activities.
• Ability to interpret and apply written instructions, post orders, policies, and operating procedures.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Ability to remain professional and effective in stressful, fast-paced, or high-visibility situations.
• Strong observational, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, electronic access control systems, databases, and standard office equipment.
• Skill in preparing reports, maintaining records, and documenting incidents accurately and thoroughly.

Nice To Haves

• Previous access control, security, military, law enforcement support, customer service, or related experience.
• Experience working in a government, military, industrial, or secured environment.
• Prior experience interacting with the public and providing customer service.

Responsibilities

• Control access to facilities, restricted areas, and government property by verifying credentials, authorization documents, badges, visitor passes, and identification.
• Process employees, visitors, vendors, contractors, and authorized guests according to established access control procedures.
• Monitor entry and exit points for compliance with site security requirements.
• Conduct interior and exterior security inspections and report security concerns, safety hazards, suspicious activities, or procedural violations.
• Verify access authorizations and resolve routine access issues through established procedures and supervisory guidance.
• Maintain awareness of security conditions and promptly report incidents, emergencies, or unusual activities.
• Greet and assist employees, visitors, contractors, government personnel, and VIP guests professionally.
• Provide directions, guidance, and information about facility access procedures.
• Maintain a courteous, professional, and service-oriented approach during interactions.
• Support visitor escort and access procedures as required.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with personnel at all organizational levels.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED