Access & Escort Specialist II

Summary Join our team as an Access & Escort Specialist II, where you'll play a vital role in protecting sensitive facilities, personnel, and operations within a secure federal government environment. This position combines security operations, access control, visitor management, and personnel oversight to help ensure compliance with security requirements while supporting critical mission activities. Responsibilities Monitor and control access to secure and restricted areas, ensuring compliance with security procedures, visitor requirements, and site regulations. Escort uncleared visitors, contractors, vendors, and other authorized personnel throughout designated facilities and work areas. Maintain continuous visual observation of escorted personnel to ensure compliance with access restrictions and security requirements. Conduct security-related checks and monitor activities within controlled environments to protect sensitive information, equipment, and facilities. Verify credentials, badges, visitor authorizations, and access permissions before granting entry to controlled areas. Collect, review, process, and safeguard sensitive information required for visitor access requests and background screening activities. Assist with visitor management processes, including scheduling, documentation, credential verification, and access approvals. Ensure sensitive and personally identifiable information (PII) is handled securely and in accordance with established privacy and security requirements. Maintain accurate records and documentation related to access control, visitor processing, and escort activities. Other duties as assigned Qualifications Active Top Secret Security Clearance. Minimum of one (1) to three (3) years of experience in physical security, personnel security, access control, force protection, military security, visitor management, or a related security environment. Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Homeland Security, Security Management, Business, or a related field may substitute for some experience requirements. Ability to stand, walk, and remain mobile for extended periods throughout the workday. Ability to work a consistent full-time or part-time schedule, including weekends, evenings, holidays, and on-call assignments when required. Reliable transportation to and from the worksite. Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism. Strong attention to detail and commitment to security compliance. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of access control procedures, escort operations, visitor processing, and physical security principles. Understanding of security protocols, controlled environments, and protection of sensitive information. Familiarity with federal security requirements and personnel security practices is preferred. Strong observation and situational awareness skills. Excellent customer service and interpersonal communication skills. Effective organizational and recordkeeping abilities. Ability to use computers, visitor management systems, and access control software. Ability to operate handheld radios and communications equipment. Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.