What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cleared Security Escort position at Aretum?
Installation Access Requirement: Candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain access to a U.S. Army installation (base access) in accordance with applicable government/customer requirements.
Active Secret Clearance Required
About Aretum
Aretum is a mission-driven organization committed to delivering innovative, technology-enabled solutions to our customers across defense, civilian, and homeland security sectors. Our teams work at the intersection of strategy, technology, and transformation, helping agencies solve their most critical challenges. We believe in investing in our people and creating a culture where collaboration, inclusion, and professional growth are at the forefront.
Job Summary
Aretum is seeking a dependable and professional Cleared Security Escort to support operations at an onsite government installation in San Antonio, Texas. This position is responsible for escorting uncleared personnel and visitors within controlled or restricted areas, ensuring compliance with all site security requirements, and helping maintain a secure working environment at all times. The ideal candidate will have an active security clearance, strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to follow established security protocols in a highly regulated environment.
Responsibilities:
- Escort authorized visitors, contractors, vendors, and other personnel in restricted, controlled, or limited-access areas in accordance with site security procedures.
- Maintain continuous visual observation and positive control of escorted personnel while they are within secure spaces.
- Ensure escorted personnel follow all installation, safety, and physical security requirements at all times.
- Verify access documentation, identification, badges, and escort authorization prior to entering designated areas, as applicable.
- Prevent unauthorized access to restricted areas, sensitive information, equipment, and government property.
- Report security incidents, suspicious activity, access violations, safety concerns, or escort-related issues promptly to designated security or supervisory personnel.
- Coordinate with security, facility management, and operations personnel to support daily site access and escort requirements.
- Maintain accurate escort logs, visitor records, and required documentation in accordance with contract and site procedures.
Required Qualifications
- Active Secret security clearance.
- Minimum of one (1) year of experience in security, military, law enforcement, force protection, access control, escort support, or a related field.
- Ability to understand, follow, and enforce established security procedures and site access requirements.
- Strong attention to detail and situational awareness.
- Ability to remain alert and professional throughout the workday in a secure environment.
- Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work onsite full-time in San Antonio, Texas.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and perform duties in an active operational environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting Army, DoD, industrial, or other secure government facilities.
- Familiarity with installation access procedures, visitor control requirements, and restricted-area escort protocols.
- Prior experience supporting physical security, base access, or controlled facility operations.
- Military or law enforcement background preferred.
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off
Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
Short Term & Long-Term Disability
Training & Development
EEO Statement
Aretum is committed to fostering a workplace rooted in excellence, integrity, and equal opportunity for all. We adhere to merit-based hiring practices, ensuring that all employment decisions are made based on qualifications, skills, and ability to perform the job, without preference or consideration of factors unrelated to job performance.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Aretum complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws.
We are proud to support our nation’s veterans and military families, providing career opportunities that honor their service and experience.
If you require reasonable accommodation during the hiring process due to a disability, please contact hr@aretum.com for assistance.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
This is a contingent position, meaning employment is dependent upon the successful award of the associated contract to Aretum and completion of any required background investigation or security clearance verification.
U.S. Work Authorization
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. This position does not offer sponsorship.