AMEWAS is celebrating over 40 years of excellence in providing quality products, services and solutions to the Department of Defense (DoD), specializing in the scientific, engineering, and testing of the full spectrum of weapons development. We are headquartered in California, Maryland and operate satellite offices in Orlando, Florida and San Diego, California. 

At AMEWAS, you will find a diverse team of professionals that work to make a true difference in the operational support of our nation’s warfighters.  Our employees achieve success through continuous learning and high performance, and are consistently recognized by their customers and their peers. 

If you are ready to challenge yourself to do more, join our team today!

Be sure to check out the rest of our website at www.amewas.com to learn more about our company and our people.
 

The Position:

AMEWAS is seeking a highly motivated and talented Security Specialist-Junior to support Electromagnetic Environmental Effects. The salary range of this position is $70,000.00-$100,000.00, and is commensurate with experience. This position is not eligible for remote work; on-site support is required.

About the location: 

Patuxent River, Maryland #1 City Hiring the Most High-Tech Workers (California-Lexington Park, Maryland). To learn more about our surrounding location, please visit: Visit St. Mary’s.

A typical day as a Security Specialist-Junior may include:

• Climbs ladders and works beneath raised floors to test and adjust security system components
• Creates access pass cards and maintains the system database
• Performs as the alarm panel system administrator by adding and removing users, conducting minor troubleshooting, submitting service tickets and conducting alarm checks
• Responds to system alarms
• Creates repair tickets for government combination locks
• Changes combinations on X-07, X-08, X-09, X-10 and S&G locks
• Creates and maintains monthly SF701 and SF702 in accordance with installation regulations
• Coordinates with contractors for service, repairs and upgrades
• Interfaces with customer counterparts with tact, diplomacy and professionalism
• Creates needed procedures for the secure and successful execution of assigned program(s)
• Administers and controls classified material in accordance with the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM)
• Ensures AMEWAS is successful in customer security inspections for assigned programs

Must-haves:

• HS Diploma or equivalent
• 2 years of relevant work experience
• 2 years of relevant work experience in handling classified material
• Working knowledge and demonstrated application of the U.S. Government security standards of 32 Code of Federal Regulation Part 117 and NISPOM
• Understanding of advanced security principles and government special security regulations
• The ability to interface with customer counterparts with tact, diplomacy and professionalism
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products
• The ability to be geographically located within an hour from NAS Patuxent River 
• The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance

Desired Skills:

• Prior experience with access control, badging, Intrusion Detection System (IDS) operation, Automated Entry Control Systems (AECS) and the Department of Defense Lock Program
• Active Government certification in security related to managing classified material and/or access to classified material
• AA/AS Degree or equivalent experience in a security/business-related field

Skills Crucial to Success at AMEWAS:

Candidates must have a customer-focused attitude with a high level of professionalism and discretion, and have the ability to work effectively with both management, and as part of a team, to meet project targets.

Physical Environment and Working Conditions:

The physical environment requires the employee to work in an office, sitting in a cubicle or at a desk, looking at a computer for most of the workday.  Work is physically comfortable. The employee has discretion about sitting, walking, standing, etc.

The employee may be required to travel short distances to offices/conference rooms and buildings on site.  In some occasions, the employee may be required to report to offices or buildings near the work site.  In rare occasions, overnight travel may be required.  

The physical environment requires the employee to stand, walk and/or move throughout the workday, often bending over and lifting items up to approximately 50 lbs. This position may also require driving government vehicles.

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Our Excellent Benefits and Perks:

Staying connected to our core values sets us apart from our competition! AMEWAS recognizes and rewards performance, dedication, and creativity. We are committed to investing in our employees and their future by providing them with competitive compensation, creative work teams, and the opportunity to grow in their career. We also provide a robust benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), Life/AD&D/STD/LTD insurance
• Paid vacation, holiday and sick leave
• Generous tuition and training assistance program
• Relocation assistance
• Sign-on bonuses
• Employee longevity recognition
• Community involvement and outreach
• Team building events
• Recognition program
• Wellness program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Mobile service discount
• Fitness reimbursement program

AMEWAS is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or any other legally protected class.

AMEWAS participates in E-Verify to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.

Please note: AMEWAS does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party staffing agencies, recruiters, or headhunters.