Visitor Control Specialist

Bowhead • Dahlgren, VA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Bowhead seeks a Visitor Control Specialist to support its Joint Warfare Analysis Center (JWAC) contract in Dahlgren, Virginia. The role provides multidisciplinary security support across special, information, personnel, operations, industrial, physical, and communications security, as well as anti-terrorism and force-protection duties. The Specialist must respond flexibly to changing security situations in accordance with JWAC regulations and policies.

The position includes protecting Government property and facilities, monitoring customer alarm systems, conducting perimeter security checks, reporting security concerns, and managing vehicle requests and related keys and trip logs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 3–8 years of experience; additional work experience may be considered in lieu of formal education for a highly qualified candidate.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Skills in prioritization and multitasking.
• Active Top Secret security clearance.
• U.S. citizenship is required for a Top Secret clearance at this location.
• Ability to lift 10–20 pounds or more.
• Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods.
• Ability to twist, bend, and squat periodically.

Responsibilities

• Comply with and follow all Standard Operating Procedures.
• Safeguard customer Government property and controlled forms provided for Contractor use, and secure Government facilities, equipment, and materials during and at the end of work periods.
• Account for all combinations and keys issued to Contractor personnel and ensure they are not used by unauthorized persons.
• Monitor customer alarm systems during operating hours and assess and execute actions to resolve alarm conditions, including security, fire, and active-shooter alarms.
• Complete further investigation or follow-on actions related to alarms in a timely manner.
• Notify the customer Security Office within 15 minutes and notify the installation as required by customer SOPs.
• Perform perimeter security checks as directed by the Government and report security-related issues, breaches, and potential threats in accordance with customer SOPs.
• Schedule van requests for customer Government, civilian, and military personnel; provide vehicle keys and trip logs before trips and secure them upon return.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time