ACS Guard II (Washington, DC)

ACS Guard II

Clearance Required: TS/SCI with Polygraph

Ops Tech Alliance is seeking reliable, professional ACS Guards to provide 24/7 access control, visitor processing, and physical security support. Guards will staff posts, enforce entry/exit control procedures, operate access control systems and screening equipment, and maintain high standards of professionalism and security discipline.  This position is contingent upon contract award. 

Primary Responsibilities

• Monitor and control personnel and vehicular access into and from controlled areas by verifying identification media (e.g., badges, CACs, vehicle plaques) and enforcing entry/exit procedures per Post Orders.
• Conduct entry/exit inspections and enhanced/aperiodic inspections, including use of X-ray and walk-through/hand-held metal detectors.
• Operate automated access control systems and visitor management systems (Lenel/AMAG, VMS), Access Control Officer Post Work (OPW) station terminals, and perform relevant data entry and form completion per Post Orders.
• Process visitors and guests: fingerprinting, producing credentials, passport/ISOPREP photos, and issuing/assisting with CACs or other credentials when authorized.
• Perform vehicle gate operations, vehicle inspections, and related procedures.
• Maintain post logbooks and complete required security forms and reports accurately; collect and report required statistics as requested by VC leadership.
• Follow notification procedures for incidents (radio, telephone, duress button) and coordinate with Government security staff to troubleshoot access and visitor issues.
• Maintain alertness and professionalism at all times, remain free of distractions while on post, adhere to dress code, and ensure coverage for breaks/lunch so posts remain staffed continuously.
• Participate in on-site training and annual recertification, successfully pass required written and/or practical tests, and document training and recertification results per contract requirements.

• Must have a current TS/SCI security clearance
• Must have a current CI or FS polygraph 
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent;
• Possess a valid state-issued driver’s license or identification card
• Relevant security experience

• Be physically able to perform all duties and functions as specified for the position being filled, including the ability to walk construction sites
• Possess binocular vision correctable to 20/20 and close vision correctable to Jaeger No. 4 type test for both eyes
• Be free of color blindness
• Have normal fields of vision and good depth perception, as defined by the Snellen chart
• Have hearing which is correctable to normal level hearing with hearing aids. Normal hearing levels are demonstrated by a pure tone audiometry hearing level (HL) of 0 decibels (dB) or lower
• Be able to stand continuously for four (4) hours at a time
• Be able to lift at least 25 lbs

• Prior DoD or federal facility access control experience
• Prior experience with CAC issuance, credential production, fingerprinting, or visitor center operations
• Active or prior military, law enforcement, or federal security background
• Additional security or technical certifications (e.g., X-ray operator certification, access control vendor certifications)
• Personnel with a combination of three (3) years of experience in two (2) or more of the following trades may qualify for additional roles. 
  • Carpentry (rough-in, finish)
  • Electricity
  • Plumbing
  • HVAC
  • Sheet Metal
  • Welding
  • Dry Wall
  • Masonry/Concrete
  •  Excavation

• Excellent attention to detail, integrity, trustworthiness, and ability to follow strict procedures and post orders
• Strong oral and written communications skills for radio/telephone reporting and form completion
• Ability to stay calm under pressure, de-escalate situations, and follow notification/escalation protocols

Ops Tech Alliance (OTA) was founded by former National Security and Special Operations professionals with over 100 years of combined experience, and was formed with a singular focus: to bridge the gap between operations and technology to enable mission success. We are a certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB).  

Team Member Benefits 

• Competitive Pay
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Medical, Prescription, Dental, & Vision Coverage
• Life Insurance
• Work-Life Balance

Our employees have achieved incredible things working on some of the most important technology and security projects in locations around the world to safeguard national security. We focus on hiring top talent and we want you to join our team.  

This is a full time position