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Uniformed Security Services Officer (USS) Supervisor

Arlington, VA, USA

Req #480

Wednesday, May 28, 2025

Description

+ The purpose of the uniform security officer services is to protect personnel, information, property, and business continuity by “detecting, deterring, observing and reporting.”

+ The personnel of the uniformed security services shall accomplish this by performing the following activities:

+ Control access to and within the building, to include administering safety screening, requiring employees and/or visitors to display proper passes or identification before entering the facility or a controlled area.

+ Escort and closely observe various personnel, with special emphasis on foreign nationals, maintenance personnel, and people without security clearances that are in DARPA controlled space.

+ Enforce DARPA and DoD security and safety rules and directions.

+ Direct and control vehicle and pedestrian traffic.

+ Operate emergency equipment (e.g., AED, Protective Mask, etc.).

+ Respond to potential medical emergencies and perform first aid, CPR, and AED. In relation to these activities, the contractor shall perform periodic evaluations (not less than once per month per shift) of the response to potential medical events. The evaluations will be in a written format that is prescribed by the Government and will be provided to the Government for review.

+ Observe and immediately report suspicious, illegal, unsafe, or unsecure, activities or people inside or outside the building, taking protective or corrective actions where prudent or necessary.

+ Check and report on equipment, security containers, doors, and computer, mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and telephone equipment/systems, facilities, and environmental conditions, taking corrective action where possible.

+ Check and report on, and where possible, take corrective action, for unsafe and unsecure conditions, threats and vulnerabilities using their senses (sight, hearing, smell, touch, and taste) and various equipment provided by DARPA.

+ Respond to incidents and emergencies and take appropriate action, to include response to alarm conditions such as SCIF and duress alarms. In relation to the alarm response, the contractor shall perform periodic evaluations (not less than once per month per shift) of the response to potential alarm events. The evaluations will be in a written format that is prescribed by the Government and will be provided to the Government for review.

+ Support DARPA’s COOP and Pandemic Plan as required.

+ Call for emergency services when necessary or in accordance with DARPA procedures and guiding emergency responders to the scene of an incident.

+ Take accurate and complete notes and document their activities and incidents by writing detailed reports and journals; and

+ Report their activities and any incidents to the Government in a timely manner and as directed by the Government.

Required Skills and Experience for this position

+ Knowledge of:

+ DoD security methods and procedures including patrol, crime prevention, traffic control, and investigation, emergency response, basics of fire detection, suppression, and prevention.

+ Pertinent DoD, federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations including law and regulation governing jurisdiction and apprehension; techniques and applications of self-defense and proper use of force.

+ Operational characteristics of security equipment and tools; methods and techniques used in interviewing witnesses, victims, complainants, or suspects; and ability to interpret and explain security policies and procedures and to assess a variety of routine and critical situations involving security and safety and act appropriately.

+ Minimum of five (5) years of security officer experience, with one year being served immediately prior to working on this contract in a supervisory capacity of five or more people (related military service such as Military Police or law enforcement service can be used to meet this requirement).

+ Secret with ability to obtain a Top Secret, with eligibility for SAP and SCI access. Top Secret clearance process must begin within one (1) month of working onsite.

+ High school diploma.

+ Shall have successful completion of the requirements for Preventing Disease Transmission (i.e., blood-borne pathogens); successful completion of all training required by the contract.

+ Certified in First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Automated External Defibrillator (AED), Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) First Responder – Awareness Level, and certified to use and operate X-Ray and Magnetometer devices.

+ In good general health without physical impairments which would interfere with the performance of duties, including prolonged walking, standing, sitting, climbing stairs, moving rapidly to respond to various situations.

Required Skills and Experience for work at DARPA on this contract

+ Be a US Citizen

+ Be able to work a flexible schedule to accommodate SID and DARPA needs.

+ Be able to travel and perform work at other geographical locations.

+ Have the ability to maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work activities.

+ Able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language and have the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

+ Have the ability to accurately and completely prepare and maintain files, records, and reports and to convey factual information.

+ Have the ability to coordinate multiple tasks efficiently.

+ Have the ability to remain calm in emergency situations.

+ Have the ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions with limited supervision.

+ Have skill in reading, writing, basic math, document composition, and analytical problem solving; and

+ Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of employment on the contract.

+ Fluent in the written and spoken English language and shall have strong written and oral communication skills.

Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin, age, disability, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other factor protected by law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.

The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply for a position on our website, please get in touch with Heaven Wood via e-mail at [email protected] or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodations.

_Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services, and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward-leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit_ www.koniag-gs.com .

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Other details

+ Job Family SCA Protective Service Occupations

+ Job Function SCA

+ Pay Type Hourly

+ Arlington, VA, USA

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