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Access Control Specialist (ACS) Secret

IDS International
Annapolis, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 5/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/16/2026
Access Control Specialist (ACS) with Secret Clearance
Annapolis Junction, MD

Join IDS International's Cleared Programs team supporting secure and mission-critical environments.
The Access Control Specialist (ACS) supports secure construction operations by controlling access to facilities hosting or preparing to host U.S. Government information. This role is responsible for managing access control points, screening personnel and materials, conducting patrols, and ensuring compliance with the Construction Security Plan (CSP). The ACS operates within a secure construction environment and is responsible for identifying and reporting security incidents in accordance with established escalation procedures.

Key Responsibilities
  • Control and monitor access to secure construction areas and verify badges and authorizations
  • Inspect personnel, materials, and equipment in accordance with CSP and Post Orders
  • Conduct interior and exterior patrols and document all activity
  • Identify, document, and report security incidents, discrepancies, or power loss
  • Coordinate with CSTs for delivery inspections and alternative entrance access
  • Perform duties in compliance with the SOW, CSP, and Guard Orders
  • Ensure only authorized personnel, materials, tools, and vehicles are granted access
  • Conduct required inspections and walking patrols to maintain security coverage

Required Qualifications
Clearance:Active Secret clearance required
Citizenship:U.S. Citizen
Age: 21 years or older *Note this is a government, not a company, requirement.
Required Experience:
  • Experience in access control or security for classified facilities or construction sites
  • Ability to control access points and screen personnel and materials
  • Ability to conduct walking patrols and maintain security presence
  • Ability to complete security documentation and reports
  • Ability to conduct extended walking patrols
Physical Requirements:
  • Must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, and move throughout secure facilities for extended periods of time
  • Position may require occasional lifting and/or movement of moderate amounts of weight, depending on assignment requirements

Preferred Qualifications
  • Familiarity with Construction Security Plans (CSP), incident reporting, and patrol tracking systems preferred

Work Schedule & Conditions
Standard Schedule: Monday-Sunday
GuaranteedHours:48 hours per week across 4-5 days (dependent on shift)
Overtime:Some overtime available based on client needs

Flexibility Requirement: Must be available to support weekend shifts on a rotating schedule

Compensation & Benefits
Rate:$ 27.00 per hour
Adjusted hourly rates and daily per diem may be available for non-local and/or travel assignments.
Health, 401(k), PTO & Sick Leave, and Paid Holidays are available to all W2 employees of IDS.

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Employee may be required to occasionally lift and/or move moderate amounts of weight, typically less than 20 pounds, but may vary depending on the position. Regular and predictable attendance is essential.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local law.

If you are unable to apply through the portal and need to speak to someone about necessary accommodations to apply, please email accommodation@idsinternational.com and we will follow up with you. Do not submit resumes and applications through this email.

 

Salary : $27

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