Access Control

Summary

Access Control personnel support the MDA Security and Emergency Management Directorate (DSS) in executing multiple Security Operations Services at MDA facilities in the United States.

• Control access to buildings and property, protect equipment and material, and perform interior and exterior facility security inspections as directed.
• Issue visitor badges in accordance with established policies.
• Ensure visitors present valid photo identification or passports and verify their identity as part of the visitor access process.
• Create temporary access badges for approved personnel accessing the MDA facilities.
• Interpret magnetometers and X‑ray checks according to procedures to ensure security is not compromised.
• Prevent visitors from bringing prohibited items, including personal electronic devices, into the facility.
• Conduct security measures such as RAMs, ESMs, and Facility Access Inspections as directed by Security Operations.
• Escort on‑site personnel to restricted areas (SMDC Only).
• Perform Extra Security Measures (ESM) as needed.
• Conduct interior/exterior checks of MDA facilities, report all observed violations of MDA policies and procedures immediately to the Shift Supervisor (SS) or Security Control Center (SCC).
• Respond and assist medical, fire department, law enforcement, and other personnel at the direction of supervisors.
• Provide the SS or SCC with on‑the‑spot assessment when responding to an emergency incident.
• Respond to emergencies and perform CPR/AED/First Aid as needed.
• Coordinate with the Security Operation Center to ensure all functional and operational procedures are followed during special events.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED.
• Able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.
• Certified in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Automated External Defibrillators (AED), and trained in Red Cross First Aid.

• Entry Level

• Part‑time

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Security and Investigations