Security Guard (Part-Time/Weekends) - Kratos Defense

Guards will perform duties related to the enforcement of security regulations and procedures to protect KSRE personnel, customers, visitors, information, property and other assets. Must be proficient in the operation of security, safety and emergency monitoring devices and systems. Must be willing to work additional hours as needed in an emergency or personnel shortage. This security position is part-time with full time potential, which requires working various hours at short notice. When not available to work for any reason, prior notice must be provided as soon as possible.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible for maintaining a secured facility to include monitoring access, checking identification and monitoring deliveries as appropriate. This also includes monitoring the roads surrounding the property.
  • Ability to respond to alarms, emergencies, and work with outside responders as needed for effective emergency response.
  • Ability to be available to work in a dynamic and changing schedule.
    • Must enforce compliance with Parking Policy and address those that are illegally parked and creating safety hazards.
    • Creates and maintains a sense of safety and security on the worksite.
    • Understands what to do in all emergency situations.

Other Job Functions

• Facility surveillance: Patrols the ERC Campus on foot or monitors surveillance from a fixed stationary post. When at the front desk, must monitor the electronic surveillance system continuously for intruders. During each scheduled shift, will be required to make rounds stopping at each "key in" station. Detects breaches in security and contacts appropriate authorities. Maintains detailed and accurate reports on each shift. Must lock and unlock doors and turn off lights during certain shifts. Maintains dependable vigilance at all times
  • Facility Access: Monitors and controls employee and non-employee access to all areas. Follows correct procedures for visitor and after-hour sign in.
• Emergency Response: Must understand and implement the incident response command system during an emergency. This includes the maintenance of Emergency Contact Information for all areas and knowing how to contact required individuals during an emergency. Cooperates with local authorities as needed. Must be able to obtain CPR/AED and PPCT (levels of Force, Pepper Spray, Expandable Baton, and Hand Cuffing) Certifications,
• Alarm Response: Responds to internal and external alarms following all required procedures
• Reports all security concerns as observed and any failures of security systems (Access/ Intrusion/ Video systems).
• Displays courtesy, tact and effectiveness in dealing with others, provides outstanding customer service to everyone.
• Must follow all specific procedures and directives identified in the "Guard Book" or other guidance documents.
• Must notify the Government Security Specialist and Lead Security Guard of any suspicions of and/ or security breaches.
• Perform other duties and assist other employees, as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Minimum Qualifications

• US Citizenship required.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain security clearance at a level equivalent to Department of Defense (DOD) SECRET
• Minimum High school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of and ability to utilize MS Office product suite (email, word, excel)
• Must possess a valid Alabama Driver's license
• Demonstrated ability to learn new tasks
• Willing to be flexible and work extra hours/ overtime when necessary
• Able to use judgment within defined practices and procedures.
• Possess effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a team environment.
• Be able to obtain certification in the use of hand cuffs, chemical deterrent sprays and baton usage.
• Must be able to certify in first aid and CPR/AED
• Active government security clearance.
• Security experience in government facilities or highly secure facilities.