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Security Alarm Monitoring Specialist

Portsmouth, Virginia, United States · On-site

$24/hr–$25/hr

Mid level

Overview Security Alarm Monitoring Specialist Norfolk Naval Shipyard, VA Are you ready to enhance your skills and build your career in a rapidly evolving business climate? Are you looking for a career where professional …

Skills: Intrusion Detection Systems, CCTV Monitoring, Automated Access Control Systems, Radio Dispatch, Emergency Response Coordination

Allied Universal logoAllied Universal

Security Guard Part Time Armed Boundary Patrol

Portsmouth, Virginia, United States · On-site

Entry level$9.0B raised

Overview Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace…

Skills: Armed Security, Boundary Patrol, Emergency Response, Customer Service, Access Control

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Nace/ NBPI Coatings Inspector

Portsmouth, Virginia, United States · On-site

Mid level

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly motivated Coating Inspector to join our team. In this vital role, you will ensure that all coated products meet rigorous quality standards and regulatory requiremenNACE (now AM…

Skills: Surface Preparation Inspection, Environmental Monitoring, Wet Film Thickness Measurement, Dry Film Thickness Measurement, Holiday Testing

Allied Universal logoAllied Universal

Security Officer Full Time Entry Authorization

Portsmouth, Virginia, United States · On-site

Entry level$9.0B raised

Overview Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace…

Skills: Access Control, Customer Service, Credential Verification, Security Patrolling, Incident Response

DecisionPoint Corporation logoDecisionPoint Corporation

Senior Systems Administrator (SharePoint)

Portsmouth, Virginia, United States · On-site

Senior$22M raised

Overview DecisionPoint Corporation is seeking a Senior Systems Administrator (SharePoint) for the Norfolk Naval Shipyard IT Support Services contract. NNSY's mission is to safely return warships to the Fleet on time and …

Skills: SharePoint Server Administration, Active Directory, SharePoint Online, Migration Tools, Windows Server

PQC (Prairie Quest) logoPQC (Prairie Quest)

PARAMEDIC *$1,000 SIGN-ON BONUS*

Portsmouth, Virginia, United States · On-site

$32/hr–$37/hr

Mid level

Position Overview At PQC, our employees are our best asset. We pride ourselves on growth and exceeding expectations, not only for our customers but also for our employees. We believe that having the best of the best on s…

Skills: Advanced Life Support, Critical Care, Patient Assessment, Intubation, Cardioversion

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Class A CDL Driver - Home Most Nights/Local Work

Portsmouth, Virginia, United States · On-site

Mid level

Accurate Marine Environmental is seeking to recruit competent, committed, self-motivated, and safety-conscious personnel to join our growing team. We have full-time positions available with excellent benefits for experie…

Skills: CDL Class A Operation, Hazardous Materials Transport, Tanker Truck Operation, Vacuum Truck Operation, Roll-off Truck Operation

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Licensed Practical Nurse PRN 8-hour shifts

Portsmouth, Virginia, United States · On-site

$30/hr–$40/hr

Mid level

Job DetailsJob Location: Portsmouth City Jail - Portsmouth, VA 23701Position Type: MEDIKO Employee - PRN/as neededSalary Range: $30.00 - $40.00 HourlyJob Shift: Other/VariedLicensed Practical Nurse - PRN PRN Portsmouth C…

Skills: Patient Assessment, Medication Administration, Vital Signs Monitoring, Medical Screening, Emergency Care

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Licensed Practical Nurse 11P-7:30A

Portsmouth, Virginia, United States · On-site

$30/hr–$40/hr

Mid level

Job DetailsJob Location: Portsmouth City Jail - Portsmouth, VA 23701Position Type: MEDIKO Employee - Full TimeSalary Range: $30.00 - $40.00 HourlyJob Shift: Night ShiftLicensed Practical Nurse Portsmouth City Jail 11P-7:…

Skills: Patient Assessment, Medication Administration, Vital Signs Monitoring, Medical Screening, Emergency Care

Allied Universal logoAllied Universal

Security Officer Access Control Screener

Portsmouth, Virginia, United States · On-site

Entry level$9.0B raised

Overview Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace…

Skills: Access Control, Customer Service, Security Patrols, Credential Verification, Incident Response

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Security Officer TWIC Verification Desk

Portsmouth, Virginia, United States · On-site

Entry level$9.0B raised

Overview Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace…

Skills: Access Control, Credential Verification, Customer Service, Incident Response, Patrolling

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Security Officer Unarmed Patrol Agent

Portsmouth, Virginia, United States · On-site

Entry level$9.0B raised

Overview Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace…

Skills: Customer Service, Security Patrol, Incident Response, Access Control, Emergency Response

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Security Officer Access Control Coordinator

Portsmouth, Virginia, United States · On-site

Entry level$9.0B raised

Overview Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace…

Skills: Access Control, Security Monitoring, Patrolling, Customer Service, Emergency Response

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Security Officer Access Checkpoint

Portsmouth, Virginia, United States · On-site

Entry level$9.0B raised

Overview Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace…

Skills: Access Control, Customer Service, Incident Response, Patrolling, Security Screening

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Security Officer TWIC Patrol Monitor

Portsmouth, Virginia, United States · On-site

Entry level$9.0B raised

Overview Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace…

Skills: Security Patrol, Access Control, Customer Service, Incident Response, Emergency Response

Global, a 1st Flagship Company logoGlobal, a 1st Flagship Company

Fire Watch/Tank Watch Laborers

Portsmouth, Virginia, United States · On-site

$23/hr–$24/hr

Entry level

Here at Global - a 1st Flagship Company (www.globalfirstflagship.com), a woman-owned small business, we are committed to Individual Accountability, Growth, Integrity, and Respect. As a leader in Marine Support Services a…

Skills: Fire Watch, Tank Watch, Hazard Identification, Fire Safety Equipment Maintenance, OSHA Compliance

EXL logoEXL

Commercial Insurance Inspector- (Portsmouth, VA.)

Portsmouth, Virginia, United States · Hybrid

Entry level$150M raised

The Company Commercial and personal line insurance carriers rely on EXL as a key business partner through our Castle High Value and EXL Risk Control service offerings. We offer a variety of field inspection and risk cont…

Skills: Communication Skills, Computer Proficiency, Risk Control Reporting, Scheduling, Hazard Identification

U.S. Rail & Logistics logoU.S. Rail & Logistics

Terminal Manager: Portsmouth, VA

Portsmouth, Virginia, United States · On-site

$95k–$120k/yr

Senior

Job Title: Terminal Manager Company Overview: U.S. Rail & Logistics is a leading transloading company dedicated to facilitating the seamless transfer of goods between different modes of transportation. With a commitment …

Skills: Operational Leadership, P&L Management, Team Management, Quality Assurance, Safety Compliance

Securitas Group logoSecuritas Group

Part Time Security Officer

Portsmouth, Virginia, United States · On-site

Entry level$4.8B raised

Part Time Security Officer Wage: $18.00/ hour Must be able to work overnight. Security experience preferred. We help make your world a safer place. Are you interested in being part of our Security Team? Apply quickly and…

Skills: Customer Service, Observation, Reporting, Patrolling, Security Enforcement

Lineage logoLineage

Compliance Practitioner - Part-Time

Portsmouth, Virginia, United States · On-site

$17/hr–$30/hr

Mid level$11B raised

Position: Compliance Practitioner - Part-Time Schedule Options: Monday to Friday: 30 hours a week - primarily day shift w/ evening and night flexibility needed Pay Range: $20-22/hr Benefits: On-the-job training/Advanceme…

Skills: Safety Compliance, Accident Investigation, Audit Preparation, Recordkeeping, Microsoft Office Suite

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Security Alarm Monitoring Specialist

Astraeus Operations

Portsmouth, Virginia, United States • On-site

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  • $24/hr–$25/hr
  • Other
  • high school
  • Posted 2h ago
  • Apply by Jul 27
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

Operate and monitor security systems including IDS, CCTV, and AACS to ensure the security of a high-security facility. Coordinate emergency responses via the Radio Dispatch Center and maintain detailed logs of all alarm activities and surveillance checks.

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma or GED and a Secret security clearance. Preferred candidates have 2+ years of experience in alarm monitoring, physical security, or emergency communications.

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Overview

Security Alarm Monitoring Specialist

 

Norfolk Naval Shipyard, VA

 

Are you ready to enhance your skills and build your career in a rapidly evolving business climate? Are you looking for a career where professional development is embedded in your employer’s core culture? If so, Chenega Military, Intelligence & Operations Support (MIOS) could be the place for you! Join our team of professionals who support large-scale government operations by leveraging cutting-edge technology and take your career to the next level!  

 

Astraeus Operations (AO) is an SBA-certified 8(a) Small Disadvantaged Business (SBD) subsidiary of the Chenega Corporation, an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC). We are a small business with large business capabilities due to our shared-services Program Management Office (PMO) structure. Through our ISO 9001:2015 certification, we can accomplish the full range of contract services including financial, human capital, recruiting, procurement, security, and technical resources to achieve contract mission requirements. As a result, our ‘small business – big capability’ dynamic benefits our clients through consistent communications and straight-lined workflows, ensuring our accountability to our clients for successful mission fulfillment. 

 

In plain terms, our clients gain a team that’s on the same page to achieve and support the client’s mission. We vigorously respond to clients’ requests without additional costs, delays, or inefficiencies that are often experienced with larger, more cumbersome organizations. AO is eligible for sole source, direct awards up to $100M for DOD and up to $25M for other federal agencies, without J&A. Astraeus is the easy button for a client wishing to take advantage of the rapid, agile, and flexible sole source procurement option. Combined with the shared PMO services, Astraeus offers highly competitive labor rates to fulfill day-to-day contract operations. 

 

The Security Alarm Monitoring Specialists support 24/7 operations at a high-security facility. The position involves active surveillance, access control monitoring, and communications management in support of Norfolk Naval Shipyard/Naval Sea Systems Alarm Monitoring Point (AMP) security mission. Candidates must demonstrate technical proficiency, attention to detail, and emotional composure under pressure.

Responsibilities

  • Operate and monitor computerized Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV), and Automated Access Control Systems (AACS).
  • Assess and interpret alarms; coordinate appropriate emergency or security response via Radio Dispatch Center (RDC).
  • Utilize access lists to verify clearance status and authorize entry into restricted areas.
  • Maintain and document logs of all alarm activities, hourly surveillance checks, and communications.
  • Respond professionally to non-emergency and emergency calls and direct them to the RDC as required.
  • Operate communications equipment, including radio consoles, portable radios, and secure telephones.
  • Use office equipment such as desktop/laptop computers, printers, fax machines, and scanners.
  • Create, maintain, and organize files and documentation according to SOPs.
  • Prepare supply requisitions for inventory maintenance of consumables and non-consumables.
  • Provide professional and tactful guidance to individuals denied access.
  • Refer complex or unresolved issues to the AMP Site Supervisor or designated authority.
  • Support emergent security incidents and events, including managing area load lists.
  • Maintain consistent work attendance, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent.
  • 2+ years’ experience in alarm monitoring, physical security, military operations center, emergency communications, or a similar environment is preferred.
  • Secret clearance required.

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Availability to work rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays.
  • Demonstrated proficiency with computer systems, including the ability to quickly learn and operate multiple software systems, databases, and electronic monitoring tools.
  • Ability to assess active situations and make sound, timely decisions under pressure.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills; able to clearly convey information to team members, security personnel, and emergency responders.
  • Skilled in operating alarm monitoring systems, radio equipment, and office technology.
  • High level of attentiveness to environmental and operational changes.
  • Adequate problem identification and resolution skills.
  • Ability to accept feedback and adjust performance accordingly.
  • Capable of maintaining accurate logs, organizing records, and managing inventory.
  • Ability to manage emotional responses in high-stress or emergency scenarios.
  • Maintains punctuality, follows schedules, and demonstrates reliability in all duties.
  • Tactful interaction with personnel and adherence to SOPs and security protocols.

 

How you’ll grow  

At Chenega MIOS, our professional development plan focuses on helping our team members at every level of their careers to identify and use their strengths to do their best work every day. From entry-level employees to senior leaders, we believe there’s always room to learn.  

 

We offer opportunities to help sharpen skills in addition to hands-on experience in the global, fast-changing business world. From on-the-job learning experiences to formal development programs, our professionals have a variety of opportunities to continue to grow throughout their careers.  

 

Benefits  

At Chenega MIOS, we know that great people make a great organization. We value our team members and offer them a broad range of benefits.  

Learn more about what working at Chenega MIOS can mean for you.  

 

Chenega MIOS’s culture  

Our positive and supportive culture encourages our team members to do their best work every day. We celebrate individuals by recognizing their uniqueness and offering them the flexibility to make daily choices that can help them be healthy, centered, confident, and aware. We offer well-being programs and continuously look for new ways to maintain a culture where we excel and lead healthy, happy lives.  

 

Corporate citizenship  

Chenega MIOS is led by a purpose to make an impact that matters. This purpose defines who we are and extends to relationships with our clients, our team members, and our communities. We believe that business has the power to inspire and transform. We focus on education, giving, skill-based volunteerism, and leadership to help drive positive social impact in our communities.  

Learn more about Chenega’s impact on the world.  

Chenega MIOS News- https://chenegamios.com/news/  

 

Tips from your Talent Acquisition Team  

We want job seekers exploring opportunities at Chenega MIOS to feel prepared and confident. To help you with your research, we suggest you review the following links:  

Chenega MIOS web site - www.chenegamios.com  

Glassdoor - https://www.glassdoor.com/Overview/Working-at-Chenega-MIOS-EI_IE369514.11,23.htm  

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/1472684/  

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/chenegamios/ 

 

#Astraeus Operations

Estimated Salary/Wage

USD $24.39/Hr. Up to USD $25.00/Hr.

Related keywords

Intrusion Detection SystemsIDSCCTVAutomated Access Control SystemsAACSRadio Dispatch CenterRDCSecret ClearancePhysical SecurityAlarm MonitoringNorfolk Naval ShipyardSOPsSurveillanceEmergency CommunicationsMilitary Operations Center

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Industry
IT System Training and Support
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
2021
Headquarters
Lorton, VA
LinkedIn followers
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Astraeus Operations (AO), a Chenega company, provides federal agencies and commercial customers with trusted IT, Cyber, and Engineering insights. Formed in 2021 to serve federal customers, AO strives to diversify IT solutions in today’s digital ecosystem. AO is an 8(a) certified and Alaska Native Corporation (ANC) – owned. We provide IT & Mission System Support (MSS) for the Federal Government. We operate in multiple locations CONUS and OCONUS in Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. We are direct award eligible for up to $100M for DOD and up to $25M for all federal agencies without J&A.

Offices: 10505 Furnace Rd, Suite 205, Lorton, VA 22079, US

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There are currently 74 open security & safety positions in Portsmouth, VA listed on Clera. New openings are added daily as companies post roles.

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Companies currently hiring include Allied Universal, ASP Web Solutions, Applied Technical Services, LLC, gTANGIBLE Corporation, Rainbow Restoration of Chesapeake, among others. Browse the listings above to see every active employer.

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