Access Control Officer - TDY Surge; Top Secret w​/Poly

Position: Access Control Officer - TDY Surge (Top Secret w/Poly)
Description

This TDY Surge Access Control Officer role supports customer sites on an as-needed basis through temporary duty assignments. There is no single permanent work location. Selected personnel may be deployed to support operational surges, staffing gaps, site transitions, or other mission requirements at customer locations. Assignments may last for a limited period of time and may not be continuous. This role is best suited for candidates who are interested in travel-based work rather than a permanent fixed-site position.

The position is responsible for controlling access to restricted areas, verifying credentials and required clearances, screening for prohibited items, monitoring alarms and surveillance systems, conducting patrols, escorting authorized visitors, and responding to incidents in accordance with site procedures, customer requirements, and applicable security standards. Candidates must meet the stated minimum qualifications and complete the formal application process to be considered.

Key Responsibilities

• Support customer sites through temporary duty assignments based on operational need, staffing gaps, and surge requirements.
• Travel to assigned customer locations and report as directed to support short-term or intermittent site coverage.
• Control access to designated facilities, sensitive areas, and classified information in accordance with security protocols and clearance requirements.
• Verify employee, visitor, and vendor identification, credentials, and authorizations before granting entry.
• Operate access control systems, badge readers, biometric devices, handheld screening equipment, and related security technology.
• Monitor cameras, alarms, and surveillance systems to identify and respond to suspicious activity or potential security breaches.
• Conduct screening for prohibited items, devices, and materials at established checkpoints.
• Escort visitors and non-cleared personnel in sensitive areas during construction, maintenance, and other critical activities.
• Assist with site evacuations, emergency response activities, drills, and other security events, including active threat scenarios when required.
• Perform routine foot patrols, including walking and stair climbing, to verify physical security barriers and compliance with site procedures.
• Document access control activity, incidents, inspections, and security logs accurately and completely.
• Partner with site leadership, security teams, and government representatives to report and resolve incidents promptly.
• Complete required training and comply with company policies, federal regulations, customer requirements, and clearance-related requirements at all times.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Active Top Secret clearance required;
  Full Scope Polygraph preferred.
  Candidates must be able to meet customer and site access requirements, including any additional clearance processing required for the assignment.
• High school diploma or equivalent; additional security training or certifications are a plus.
• Experience in access control, physical security, screening, or a related protective services role.
• Knowledge of access control systems, physical security procedures, alarm systems, and surveillance technology.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, conduct screening activities, and perform foot patrols indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to walk long distances during a shift and work independently during patrols and screening assignments.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow standard operating procedures precisely.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with employees, visitors, clients, and vendors.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure, resolve conflicts professionally, and enforce screening and access policies consistently.
• Sound judgment, reliability, and the ability to prioritize tasks and make decisions in a fast-paced, high-security environment.
• Flexibility to work day, night, weekend, holiday, and extended shifts as needed to maintain minimum staffing levels.
• High ethical standards, discretion, and commitment to confidentiality.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk approximately 3 to 5 miles during a shift.
• Ability to stand for up to 60 minutes at a time and remain on your feet for extended periods.
• Occasional climbing of ladders.
• Frequent climbing of stairs and ramps.
• Occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.
• Occasional pushing or pulling of 50 to 75 pounds with an assistive device.
• Normal near, far, and peripheral vision, with correction if applicable.
• Normal color vision where required for job duties.