Overview

IDA/CCS has an immediate opening for a third shift Sr. Security Guard role located in Bowie, MD. Shift requirement is Tuesday - Saturday 10 pm - 6 am. The Security Guard regulates and controls personnel movement into the building, patrols the building grounds, investigates unusual events and submits reports. This position is often required to work overtime hours or hours outside of a regularly scheduled shift.

Responsibilities

• Reference - Maintains knowledge of and familiarity with the Standard Practice and Procedures for SCI Manual and the CCS Security Force Manual of Policies and Procedures.
• Regulates personnel entry into building and adjacent areas. Deals with visitors, and staff professionally and with courtesy.
• Checks personnel identification badges. Ensures visitors are authorized for entry into facility and confirms identification.
• Maintains log of visitors and operates the special personnel accountability system.
• Understands special instructions/orders at the various posts within and outside of the facility. Remains at post until relieved or re-directed by supervisor.
• Patrols assigned area, being alert to violations of security regulations, unauthorized persons and safety hazards. Verifies safety features such as locks, alarms and lights are functioning and operational.
• Responds to alarms, meeting time and physical requirements. Takes prompt action to correct violations, creates complete, accurate and factual incident reports.
• Deals with individuals involved in unusual/suspicious situations firmly but courteously, works toward resolution of problem involving management when necessary.
• Understands use of video monitors, carefully watching for any unusual activity on the grounds or vicinity.
• Knows the process of activation/deactivation of the alarm systems (SMTs) and monitoring UL alarm control station.
• Implements emergency procedures as situations dictate or as directed.
• Secures classified packages after office hours.
• Secures alarm access and classified combinations to secure areas.
• Escorts uncleared personnel through classified spaces within the facility.
• Knows building, office and grounds layout for most direct route to destination.
• Performs escort duty upon direction of Superiors. Stays alert to actions and activities of person(s) under escort. Reports unusual behavior.
• Conducts shredding of classified and sensitive information as required.
• Keeps informed and current with regulations and new procedures concerning the Security Force operations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Training in law enforcement, security, and/or investigation a plus
• Two or more years of related experience in security
• Ability to use a computer.
• Ability to cover facility and conduct security rounds; ability to respond on short notice to alarms or emergency situations.
• Ability to lift packages or materials weighing 10 pounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing.
• Ability to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearances.

Successful completion of a criminal background check is required.