Visitor Control Center; VCC Operations Specialist

• Location CONFIDENTIAL,Harrogate,North Yorkshire, HG1 2HR
  ,United Kingdom
• Job Category Security, Physical Security, Access Control
• Industry Government Contracting, Defense, National Security
• Relocation Expense Covered No
• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt

Cen Core is seeking a cleared Visitor Control Center (VCC) Operations Specialist to support secure facility access operations. This role is responsible for visitor control, access control, credentialing, badge issuance, Common Access Card (CAC) support, screening operations, and access‑related documentation in accordance with post orders, security procedures, and government direction.

• Receive, verify, and process visitors, guests, and personnel at the Visitor Control Center (VCC).
• Issue retention, temporary, and visitor badges based on approved access and clearance levels.
• Issue guest decals for approved social or ceremonial functions.
• Produce and issue Common Access Cards (CACs) in accordance with government requirements.
• Perform fingerprinting in compliance with federal standards.
• Capture credential photographs, including passport and ISOPREP photos, as required.
• Conduct personnel and item inspections using X‑ray screening systems, walk‑through metal detectors, and hand‑held detection devices.
• Identify, document, and escalated prohibited items, suspicious activity, or security anomalies in accordance with established procedures.
• Operate assigned government‑furnished equipment and systems used for screening, credentialing, and access control in accordance with established procedures.
• Ensure all equipment is used in accordance with training, post orders, and safety requirements.
• Coordinate with designated government personnel on visitor processing, badge issuance, CAC support, and related access control matters, as required.
• Collect, maintain, and report visitor control statistics and operational data as directed.
• Accurately document access transactions, incidents, and related actions in approved government systems.

• Active Top Secret clearance with CI Polygraph required.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Relevant experience in visitor control, access control, credentialing, or security operations.
• Experience operating security screening equipment, including X‑ray systems and metal detectors, as applicable to the assignment.
• Ability to follow detailed post orders and government security procedures with consistency and accuracy.
• Strong attention to detail and a high standard of documentation accuracy.
• Professional communication skills and a strong customer‑service mindset in a high‑security environment.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays based on mission requirements.

Cen Core Group is an equal opportunity employer. We make employment decisions based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. We offer competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. This role supports secure visitor processing and access control operations in a high‑security environment.

Additional Information

• Required Security Clearance Top Secret - CI Poly