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Cleared American Guard ( CAG )
United StatesRemoteFull-time
AI Summary
A Cleared American Guard (CAG) protects construction site security integrity by performing access control, screening personnel and vehicles, conducting random inspections, and monitoring restricted areas.
About this role
Location: Worldwide Locations
Clearance: ACTIVE Top-Secret
The Cleared American Guard (CAG) is professionally trained to protect the security integrity of the construction site and responsible for protection of building materials, furniture, fixtures, and other items. CAGs will perform access control functions at all vehicle and pedestrian entrances to the site throughout the project period.
Requirements
Qualifications:
- U.S. Citizen.
- Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age.
- Have and maintain a Top-Secret U.S. Government Security Clearance.
- In good physical health and meet medical requirements for the position.
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Preferably three (3) years of military experience as a Military Policeman or Marine Security Guard or three (3) years of experience as a security watch stander.
- Experienced in the use of alarm systems, metal detectors, x-ray device, and closed-circuit television systems.
- Capable of reading and speaking English, and be able to write legible, concise reports in English.
Duties:
- Screens all non-cleared workers, vehicles, and equipment entering or exiting the project site.
- Denies introduction of prohibited materials such as explosives, weapons, electronic devices, or other items as specified by the Accrediting Official (AO) or designee.
- Conducts random inspections of all site areas to ensure no prohibited materials have been brought on to the site.
- Ensures that all suspicious materials or incidents be brought to the attention of the site security manager or construction surveillance technician.
- Monitors all non-cleared guards provided by the construction company.
- Maintains and operates the Secure Storage Area (SSA) established by the assigned construction company within the construction site footprint where they will store construction materials and equipment that will be used for the project.
Position Requirements:
- Must be a U.S. citizen with an active TOP Secret clearance.
- Must have at least 3 years' experience in a security field. Candidates with overseas experience are highly preferred.
- Active DOS CAG certification.
Skills
Access ControlAlarm SystemsCCTVClosed-circuit TelevisionDOS CAG CertificationMetal DetectorsSecure Storage AreaSSAEX-ray Device
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