ACS Guard II; Augusta, GA

ACS Guard II

Clearance Required:

TS/SCI with Polygraph. Ops Tech Alliance is seeking reliable, professional ACS Guards to provide 24/7 access control, visitor processing, and physical security support. Guards will staff posts, enforce entry/exit control procedures, operate access control systems and screening equipment, and maintain high standards of professionalism and security discipline. This position is contingent upon contract award.

• Monitor and control personnel and vehicular access into and from controlled areas by verifying identification media (e.g., badges, CACs, vehicle plaques) and enforcing entry/exit procedures per Post Orders.
• Conduct entry/exit inspections and enhanced/aperiodic inspections, including use of X‑ray and walk‑through/hand‑held metal detectors.
• Operate automated access control systems and visitor management systems (Lenel/AMAG, VMS), Access Control Officer Post Work (OPW) station terminals, and perform relevant data entry and form completion per Post Orders.
• Process visitors and guests: fingerprinting, producing credentials, passport/ISOPREP photos, and issuing/assisting with CACs or other credentials when authorized.
• Perform vehicle gate operations, vehicle inspections, and related procedures.
• Maintain post logbooks and complete required security forms and reports accurately; collect and report required statistics as requested by VC leadership.
• Follow notification procedures for incidents (radio, telephone, duress button) and coordinate with Government security staff to troubleshoot access and visitor issues.
• Maintain alertness and professionalism at all times, remain free of distractions while on post, adhere to dress code, and ensure coverage for breaks/lunch so posts remain staffed continuously.
• Participate in on‑site training and annual recertification, successfully pass required written and/or practical tests, and document training and recertification results per contract requirements.

• Must have a current TS/SCI security clearance.
• Must have a current CI or FSpolygraph.
• High‑school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid state‑issued driver’s license or identification card.
• Relevant security experience.

• Be physically able to perform all duties and functions as specified for the position, including the ability to walk construction sites.
• Possess binocular vision correctable to 20/20 and close vision correctable to Jaeger No. 4 type test for both eyes.
• Be free of color blindness.
  
  Have normal fields of vision and good depth perception, as defined by the Snellen chart.
• Have hearing correctable to normal level hearing with hearing aids; normal hearing levels are demonstrated by a pure‑tone audiometry hearing level (HL) of 0 dB or lower.
• Be able to stand continuously for four (4) hours at a time.
• Be able to lift at least 25 lb.

• Prior DoD or federal facility access control experience.
• Prior experience with CAC issuance, credential production, fingerprinting, or visitor center operations.
• Active or prior military, law enforcement, or federal security background.
• Additional security or technical certifications (e.g., X‑ray operator certification, access control vendor certifications).
• Personnel with a combination of three (3) years of experience in two (2) or more of the following trades may qualify for additional roles:
  • Carpentry (rough‑in, finish)
  • Electricity
  • Plumbing
  • HVAC
  • Sheet Metal
  • Welding
  • Dry Wall
  • Masonry/Concrete
  • Excavation

• Excellent attention to detail, integrity, trustworthiness, and ability to follow strict procedures and post orders.
• Strong oral and written communication skills for radio/telephone reporting and form completion.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure, de‑escalate situations, and follow notification/escalation protocols.

Ops Tech Alliance (OTA) was founded by former National Security and Special Operations professionals with over 100 years of combined experience, and was formed with a singular focus: to bridge the gap between operations and technology to enable mission success. We are a certified Service‑Disabled Veteran‑Owned Small Business…