What are the responsibilities and job description for the Security Specialist (Facilities)-Journeyman position at AMEWAS?
AMEWAS is celebrating over 40 years of excellence in providing quality products, services and solutions to the Department of Defense (DoD), specializing in the scientific, engineering, and testing of the full spectrum of weapons development. We are headquartered in California, Maryland and operate satellite offices in Orlando, Florida and San Diego, California.
At AMEWAS, you will find a diverse team of professionals that work to make a true difference in the operational support of our nation’s warfighters. Our employees achieve success through continuous learning and high performance, and are consistently recognized by their customers and their peers.
If you are ready to challenge yourself to do more, join our team today!
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The position:
AMEWAS, Inc. is seeking a highly motivated and talented Security Specialist (Facilities)-Journeyman to support Battlespace Modeling & Simulation. The salary range of this position is $75,000.00 to $125,000.00, and is commensurate with experience. This position is eligible for hybrid work.
About the location:
California, Maryland and Patuxent River, Maryland #1 City Hiring the Most High-Tech Workers (California-Lexington Park, Maryland). To learn more about our surrounding location, please visit: Visit St. Mary’s.
A typical day as a Security Specialist (Facilities)-Journeyman may include:
- Provides day-to-day tasking in a secure environment, reviews checklists, conducts media inventories, develops/participate in and/or provides security training/awareness
- Implements and maintains technical and physical security requirements/inspections
- Coordinates with access control personnel for resident and visitor access
- Issues access control badges and verifies security clearances via DISS
- Assists in maintaining an internal security program, including required tasks for safeguarding classified information
- Addresses and mitigates security incidents with personnel and leadership
- Assists with the preparation and execution of providing training on a variety of security-related topics to diverse groups using different techniques and technologies
- Researches and provides recommendations for office infrastructure and hardware equipment
- Uses general awareness of all security disciplines sufficient to identify situations requiring consultation with other security specialists (i.e.< Industrial Security, Physical Security, Personnel Security, Information Security, Operations Security and Communications Security)
- Conducts and assists other security specialists in conducting quarterly, semi-annual and annual facility and material inventories
- Updates and coordinates alarm response via recall list and access list control as needed
- Functions as the alarm panel administrator by adding and removing users, conducting minor troubleshooting, submitting service tickets, conducting alarm checks/breach checks, responding to system alarms and retains documentation
- Maintains and controls the issuance of security locks and locking devices (I.E. X-09, X-10, etc.) to include repair tickets
- Maintains/updates emergency action plan
- Creates and maintains monthly SF701 and SF702 in accordance with installation regulations
- Coordinates with contractors for service, repairs and upgrades as needed
- Manages key control and documentation
- Maintains safe inventory and documentation (Equipment, Inventory Sheets, Open/Closed, Safe Door forms, etc.) monthly
- Maintains lab documentation monthly (SOPs, Visitor/Media/Laptop/Discrepancy logs, personnel documentation for required training)
Must-haves:
- HS Diploma or equivalent
- 2 years of relevant work experience
- 2 years of experience working in a facility managing classified information
- Familiar with X-07, X-08, X-09, X-10, and S&G locks to include changing combinations and updating SF700s
- Familiar with security requirements from SECNAV 5510.3 and OPNAVINST 5530.14
- Experience handling STIG and Traditional Security Checklists, DoD Instructions, Manuals, etc.
- Ability to climb and work on tall ladders
- Proficient with Microsoft Office applications to include MS Word, Outlook, Excel, Access and PowerPoint
- Ability to effectively communicate in security related situations and disseminate information
- The ability to maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance
Desired Skills:
- Previous experience working on electronic doors locks
- Geographically located within an hour from NAS Pax River
- Experience with access control, badging, intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) operation, Automated Entry Control Systems (AECS) and the Department of Defense Lock Program
- Ability to research, interpret and implement DoD guidelines and regulations for a classified environment
Skills crucial to success at AMEWAS, Inc.:
Customer-focused attitude with high level of professionalism and discretion. Ability to work effectively with management and part of a team to meet targets. Is reliable, possesses initiative, and works well as an individual or part of a team.
Physical environment and working conditions:
The physical environment requires the employee to work in an office, sitting in a cubicle or at a desk, looking at a computer for most of the workday. Work is physically comfortable. The employee has discretion about sitting, walking, standing, etc.
The employee may be required to travel short distances to offices/conference rooms and buildings on site. In some occasions, the employee may be required to report to offices or buildings near the work site.
The physical environment requires the employee to stand, walk and/or move throughout the workday, often bending over and picking up items less than 50 lbs.
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Our excellent benefits and perks:
Staying connected to our core values sets us apart from our competition! AMEWAS recognizes and rewards performance, dedication, and longevity. We are committed to investing in our employees and their future by providing them with competitive compensation, career development, optimum working conditions, and unique benefits; some of which are listed below:
- Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), Life/AD&D/STD/LTD insurance
- Paid vacation, holiday and sick leave
- Generous tuition & training assistance program
- Relocation assistance
- Sign-on bonuses
- Employee longevity recognition
- Community involvement & outreach
- Team building events
- Recognition program
- Wellness program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Mobile service discount
- Fitness reimbursement program
AMEWAS is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or any other legally protected class.
AMEWAS participates in E-Verify to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.
Please note: AMEWAS does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party staffing agencies, recruiters, or headhunters.
Salary : $75,000 - $125,000
