Access Control Officer (Clearance Sponsorship) AK

Summary

Description

The Access Control Officer supports secure site operations by controlling access to restricted areas, verifying credentials, monitoring entry and exit activity, and patrolling assigned areas. This role serves employees and visitors, providing professional customer service while upholding site security protocols. Officers help prevent unauthorized entry and the removal of prohibited or restricted items, protecting the secure environment the mission depends on. The position is full-time and non-exempt. It requires a TS/SCI clearance, which CenCore will sponsor for selected candidates who do not currently hold one, and a Full Scope polygraph. Employment is contingent on obtaining and maintaining that clearance. The position also depends on completing the Clearance Allocation process (including adjudication), HR physical and background screening, and successful completion of training, which is paid. A start date depends on completion of these steps.

Key Responsibilities

• Control employee and visitor access to restricted areas by verifying credentials and authorizations.
• Prevent unauthorized entry and the removal of prohibited or restricted items from the premises.
• Patrol assigned areas of the site to deter, detect, and promptly report unauthorized activity and security concerns.
• Monitor entry and exit activity and maintain continuous surveillance of assigned areas, reporting issues or irregular activity promptly.
• Provide high-quality customer service to employees and visitors while maintaining site security protocols.
• Apply access control procedures and security protocols accurately and consistently throughout each assigned shift.
• Communicate clearly and professionally in all interactions, both verbal and nonverbal.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Eligibility to obtain a TS/SCI clearance. An active clearance is not required at the time of application.
• Willingness to complete the full background investigation and security processing required for TS/SCI, and to maintain the clearance as a condition of employment.
• Willingness to take and successfully complete a Full Scope polygraph (FSP) as a condition of employment.
• U.S. citizenship; must provide a valid U.S. Passport Book or Passport Card.
• Valid state driver's license in good standing, maintained for the duration of employment.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to read, speak, and understand English fluently.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in government or military facilities.
• Familiarity with government security regulations and access control systems.
• Additional security-related certifications.

Skills / Competencies

• Credential and authorization verification
• Strong attention to detail
• Alertness, vigilance, and situational awareness
• Clear verbal and nonverbal communication
• Customer service orientation
• Independent work and sound decision-making
• Adaptability in both fast-paced and routine environments

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Work location: This is an on-site position at the assigned site.
• Employment type: Full-time, non-exempt.
• Schedule and shifts: This is a 24/7 operation. Candidates must be willing to work the shifts the site has available. A particular shift or schedule is not guaranteed.
• Weather exposure: Patrol duties may involve working in weather and the elements.

Physical requirements:

• Must be free of color blindness.
• Ability to walk 3 to 5 miles during a shift.
• Ability to perform patrol duties, including walking assigned patrol routes and working outdoors in weather and the elements.
• Ability to stand for up to 60 minutes at a time and for prolonged periods.
• Frequent climbing of stairs and/or ramps, and occasional ladder climbing.
• Occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs. (22.5 kg).
• Occasional pushing or pulling of 50 to 75 lbs. (22.5 to 34 kg) with an assistive device.
• Normal visual acuity (near, far, and peripheral), with correction. Normal is defined according to standard medical terminology and applicable criteria.

Job Description

Description

The Access Control Officer supports secure site operations by controlling access to restricted areas, verifying credentials, monitoring entry and exit activity, and patrolling assigned areas. This role serves employees and visitors, providing professional customer service while upholding site security protocols. Officers help prevent unauthorized entry and the removal of prohibited or restricted items, protecting the secure environment the mission depends on. The position is full-time and non-exempt. It requires a TS/SCI clearance, which CenCore will sponsor for selected candidates who do not currently hold one, and a Full Scope polygraph. Employment is contingent on obtaining and maintaining that clearance. The position also depends on completing the Clearance Allocation process (including adjudication), HR physical and background screening, and successful completion of training, which is paid. A start date depends on completion of these steps.

Key Responsibilities

• Control employee and visitor access to restricted areas by verifying credentials and authorizations.
• Prevent unauthorized entry and the removal of prohibited or restricted items from the premises.
• Patrol assigned areas of the site to deter, detect, and promptly report unauthorized activity and security concerns.
• Monitor entry and exit activity and maintain continuous surveillance of assigned areas, reporting issues or irregular activity promptly.
• Provide high-quality customer service to employees and visitors while maintaining site security protocols.
• Apply access control procedures and security protocols accurately and consistently throughout each assigned shift.
• Communicate clearly and professionally in all interactions, both verbal and nonverbal.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Eligibility to obtain a TS/SCI clearance. An active clearance is not required at the time of application.
• Willingness to complete the full background investigation and security processing required for TS/SCI, and to maintain the clearance as a condition of employment.
• Willingness to take and successfully complete a Full Scope polygraph (FSP) as a condition of employment.
• U.S. citizenship; must provide a valid U.S. Passport Book or Passport Card.
• Valid state driver's license in good standing, maintained for the duration of employment.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to read, speak, and understand English fluently.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in government or military facilities.
• Familiarity with government security regulations and access control systems.
• Additional security-related certifications.

Skills / Competencies

• Credential and authorization verification
• Strong attention to detail
• Alertness, vigilance, and situational awareness
• Clear verbal and nonverbal communication
• Customer service orientation
• Independent work and sound decision-making
• Adaptability in both fast-paced and routine environments

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Work location: This is an on-site position at the assigned site.
• Employment type: Full-time, non-exempt.
• Schedule and shifts: This is a 24/7 operation. Candidates must be willing to work the shifts the site has available. A particular shift or schedule is not guaranteed.
• Weather exposure: Patrol duties may involve working in weather and the elements.

Physical requirements:

• Must be free of color blindness.
• Ability to walk 3 to 5 miles during a shift.
• Ability to perform patrol duties, including walking assigned patrol routes and working outdoors in weather and the elements.
• Ability to stand for up to 60 minutes at a time and for prolonged periods.
• Frequent climbing of stairs and/or ramps, and occasional ladder climbing.
• Occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs. (22.5 kg).
• Occasional pushing or pulling of 50 to 75 lbs. (22.5 to 34 kg) with an assistive device.
• Normal visual acuity (near, far, and peripheral), with correction. Normal is defined according to standard medical terminology and applicable criteria.