Journeyman Access Control Receptionist

Radiance Technologies, a 100% employee-owned company, is seeking a Journeyman Access Control Receptionist to support security operations for the Project Manager for Cyber and Space (PM C&S) within the Program Executive Office for Intelligence, Electronic Warfare, and Sensors (PEO IEW&S) in Hanover, Maryland. This position plays a key role in maintaining physical security by managing personnel access and monitoring secure areas. The ideal candidate will bring several years of experience in access control operations and a strong understanding of facility security protocols in military or secure government environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform personnel identification, access validation, and badge issuance for staff and visitors.
• Ensure compliance through 100% checks of all visitor badges.
• Conduct package inspections and monitor designated secure areas.
• Track and log personnel entering and exiting the facility at all access points.
• Notify appropriate personnel of visitor arrivals and security-related events.
• Detect and report security violations, unusual activity, or breaches in protocol.
• Maintain order and professionalism at security access control points.
• Support general facility security procedures and perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills

• Strong attention to detail and observational skills.
• Experience using access control systems and maintaining visitor records.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with staff, visitors, and leadership.
• Capable of working independently and enforcing security procedures consistently.
• U.S. Citizenship and active Secret clearance.

Required Experience

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in access control or a similar security-related role.

Desired Qualifications

• Prior experience in a military or secure government facility.
• Understanding of DoD access control protocols and facility security standards.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled