Access Control/Security Guard
Overview:
Access Control/Security Guard (C80-2024-21829):
Bowhead is looking for multiple Access Control/Security Guards to manage the security and safety of our clients on premises in West Bethesda, MD for some surge support. This new work has an estimated start date of 12/01/2024 and ending date 03/31/2025. In this role, your duties will include performing access control, monitoring maintain a log of personnel entering and exiting the test area and patrolling the premises. The customer is asking for 24/hr a day and 7 day a week coverage. The estimated work schedules are as follows:
First Shift: 0800-1600Second Shift: 1600-2359
Third Shift: 0001-0800
Responsibilities:
The Access Control/Security Guard will alert law enforcement agents of security breaches. To ensure success, the Access Control/Security Guard should demonstrate experience in a similar role and the ability to assess security concerns.
Duties may include, but are not limited to:
- Monitor exit/entry areas and maintain a log of personnel entering and exiting the test area. Performing access control procedures on personnel and visitors.
- Patrolling the buildings, facilities, and perimeters of the premises.
- Monitoring alarm systems and video surveillance systems.
- Immediately reporting security breaches to designated law enforcement agents.
- Documenting observations and surveillance activities.
- Adhering to security industry regulations.
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED is required.
- A minimum of two (2+) years’ experience in a similar role preferred.
- Extensive knowledge of deterring illegal activity and performing access control.
- In-depth knowledge of security systems and surveillance equipment, knowledge of security industry regulations, and demonstrable experience in documenting security procedures and observations.
- Advanced ability to respond to security breaches and threats, ability to inform personnel and visitors of security procedures, and excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the Secret level. Candidates with an active DoD security clearance are preferred. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.
Physical Demands:
- Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds
- Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
- Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically
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