Access Control Specialist

Overview
Chenega Naswik International, LLC is seeking a professional and customer-focused Access Control Specialist to support security operations in Homestead, Florida. This position plays a key role in maintaining facility security through access control operations, visitor management, database administration, and customer service support while helping protect government personnel, facilities, and assets.

• The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, and committed to delivering exceptional service in a security-focused environment. This role offers the opportunity to work directly with government personnel, employees, visitors, and VIPs while supporting mission-critical access control and security administration functions.

**The shift for this position will be primarily for weekends. Must be able to work night and day shifts.**
Responsibilities

• Provide access control services through centralized access control operations and monitoring activities.

• Monitor facility entrances and exits using access control and video surveillance systems.

• Verify access authorizations and ensure compliance with established security procedures.

• Provide professional customer service to employees, visitors, contractors, VIPs, and government personnel.

• Support visitor management and facility entry processes.

• Maintain accurate records, databases, and security-related documentation.

• Utilize Microsoft Office applications and related systems to track and manage access control activities.

• Safeguard government-furnished equipment, information, and property.

• Support security operations by maintaining accurate logs and operational records.

• Assist with emergency preparedness initiatives and participate in evacuation drills as required.

• Communicate effectively with security personnel and stakeholders regarding access-related issues.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one (1) year of experience supporting access control, facility security, or security administration activities at government facilities or installations.

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience supporting Department of Defense or federal government agencies.

• Familiarity with security clearance adjudication processes.

• Minimum of one (1) year of experience providing customer service and records/database management in a Department of Defense environment.

• Working knowledge of Department of Defense network environments, including SIPRNet and NIPRNet.

• Active Secret clearance required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting access control operations for Department of Defense or federal government facilities.

• Experience utilizing security databases, visitor management systems, or access control platforms.

• Experience monitoring electronic security systems or surveillance systems.

• Experience interacting with senior government officials, VIPs, and visitors.

• Additional experience supporting security administration programs.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of access control procedures, facility security operations, and visitor management practices.

• Strong customer service and interpersonal communication skills.

• Ability to maintain accurate records, reports, and electronic databases.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Ability to safeguard sensitive information and government property.

• Ability to communicate effectively with employees, visitors, contractors, and government personnel.

• Ability to work independently while maintaining accountability and operational awareness.

• Ability to follow policies, procedures, and security requirements.

• Commitment to professionalism, security compliance, and mission success.