Security Specialist III - Access Control Specialist

Type: Full Time

Location: Washington, DC

Overtime Exempt: No

Reports To: ARMADA HQ

Security Clearance Required: Active Top Secret

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Duties & Responsibilities:

• The Security Specialist III - Access Control Specialist shall provide assistance with oversight, guidance, and program implementation.
• The Security Specialist III - Access Control Specialist shall perform accurate data entry and keep information real time.
• The Security Specialist III - Access Control Specialist shall trouble shoot and track software and hardware issues and take corrective issues before system malfunctions.
• Prepare briefings and attend meetings.
• Provide system capability and skills for program and implementation of the Agency's Security Management System (SMS) (automated access control system handling badging, CCTV, alarm, etc.) to ensure operational readiness of the system at all NGA locations and also be responsible for adding/ removing employee facility accesses.
• The Security Specialist III - Access Control Specialist shall act as the Information Security System officer/manager assist for the SMS and perform required functions.
• The Security Specialist III - Access Control Specialist shall perform risk assessments and provide security oversight and technical direction on AIS systems, networks and media. Conducts audits and inventories.
• Support and provide guidance regarding information systems security awareness programs.
• Conduct inspections and perform staff assistance visits.
• Liaison with members of the DoD, IC and other officials as required to and insofar as protocol permits.
• The Security Specialist III - Access Control Specialist shall provide expertise, as required to the NGA Workforce Support Center/Help Desk, in order to assist internal and external customers in a timely manner.
• Provide periodic updates and reports to the SMS Program Manager and the Industrial and Physical Security Division Chief as required.
• The Security Specialist III - Access Control Specialist shall plan, coordinate, and/or host regular and ad hoc meetings with Site operators to address issues and concerns. Prepare meeting minutes and follow-up actions to resolve concerns.
• Lead special projects, such as development of new access badges, mass records updates, or re-badging.
• Support and document new customer requirements; assist other offices within the Agency with ongoing investigations.
• The Security Specialist III - Access Control Specialist shall coordinate and make recommendations to the Program Manager on all construction projects and SMS initiatives.
• Maintain and/or update security plans, as-built drawings, and other required documentation.
• Prepare and deliver briefings to internal and external customers; prepare various forms of correspondence as required.
• The Security Specialist III - Access Control Specialist shall provide assistance for SCIF database operations and maintenance of the existing agency's security management system (SMS) (e.g., badging, CCTV, alarms, etc.) to ensure operational readiness of the system at all NGA locations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

Required:

• Experience operating an access control system or alarm system
• Demonstrated experience in using Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Word and PowerPoint) and especially Microsoft Excel spreadsheets to be able to inter-relate and effectively present data metrics.
• Demonstrated experience in building complex formulas within Microsoft Excel to extract data from large spreadsheets. Experience presenting security detailed briefing to include metrics to leadership.

Desired:

• C-Cure Certification
• Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC)
• A Certification from CompTIA or similar organization

Minimum/General Experience & Education:

• High School Diploma
• Five years of experience in Access Control Security and related functions

Disclaimer:

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of the contractor assigned to this position.

Applying: If you feel you have the knowledge, skills and abilities for this position visit our careers page at www.armadausa.com.

Special Notes: Relocation is not available for these jobs.

ARMADA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. ARMADA complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Must be able to successfully pass a background check, and pre-employment drug testing. Job offers are contingent upon results of background check and drug testing.