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Access Control Specialist

JRC Careers
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 10/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/14/2026

Who We Are (video)

At JRC, we tackle some of the toughest challenges faced by the Department of Defense (DoD) and other government agencies. Our expertise in engineering innovation and semiconductor technologies allows us to deliver mission-critical microelectronics solutions, aerospace systems engineering, and cutting-edge research and development. By joining JRC, you’ll be part of a team that supports strategic deterrence and defense missions, playing a crucial role in ensuring the safety and security of the United States and its allies.

Join JRC's Missiles and Space Team!

JRC's Missiles and Space Team is actively searching for an Access Control Specialist and play a vital role in supporting one of the Navy's critical security missions. In this customer-facing position, you'll serve as the first point of contact for employees and visitors, ensuring secure access procedures are followed while delivering exceptional service. Working closely with our Security Branch and U.S. Navy partners, you'll manage visitor processing, badging, access control systems, and administrative support that help keep operations running smoothly. If you're detail-oriented, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy supporting mission success through security and customer service, we'd love to hear from you.

🧠What You'll Do
  • Greet employees and visitors in a professional manner
  • Ensure that all employees and visitors are processed per all DoD, DoN and SSP policies and procedures while ensuring that valid Visit Access Requests (VAR) are on file within DISS for SSP
  • Process and issue employee and visitor badges in accordance Clearance level and purpose of visit utilizing the Lenel On-guard system
  • Enroll DOD issued CACs into the Access Control System
  • Maintain a positive customer experience through professional interaction, timely and efficient handling of all calls, requests, inquires and directives
  • Process visitor requests; enter clearance information into the DoD DISS system
  • Support courier card processing and identification
  • Submit and track administrative documents and general administrative and clerical support
  • Process employees badge requests and coordinate appointments for new/renewal badges using the Lenel Access Control System.
  • Ensure that the Visitor Control Desk is staffed at all times during duty hours and help to ensure all visitors and employees are assisted in a timely manner
💼What You Bring to the Table
  • Clearance: An active DoD SECRET Clearance
  • Education: High School Diploma
  • Capable of taking a task with minimal instructions and exceeding expectations, with strong follow-up skills and attention to detail 
  • Flexible and adaptable to a fast-paced environment and changing priorities within our organization.
  • Experience using the Lenel OnGuard Access Control Systems in relation to enrollment activities, access level programming, running access reports/records and issuing badges
  • Experience with DoD DISS system
  • Ability to work independently
⭐Bonus Points for...
  • Experience with LENEL OnGuard Access control System
  • Experience with DISS
  • Experience with Department of the Navy

At JRC we offer...

  • A competitive compensation package
  • An exceptional employee benefits program, providing support for our team members' well-being and success
  • The chance to contribute to a high-profile Department of Defense programs and make a positive impact
  • A collaborative work environment where teamwork, creativity, and innovation thrive
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development, helping you advance your career

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