Security Specialist - Key Control Officer

Job description / Role

Work in Kuwait is contingent upon the applicant's ability to obtain a work permit from the State of Kuwait, which is requested on the applicant's behalf by their employer. Effective January 1, 2021, the Kuwait Public Authority of Manpower issued new work permit regulations, informing contractors that it will not issue a work permit to any individual who is fifty-nine (59) years or older and holds a high school grade certificate or less. A bachelor's degree or higher is required for all candidates fifty-nine (59) years or older. See Administrative Decision No. (520) of 2020 AD - Amendment to the Administrative Decision No. (552) of 2018 on Issuing the Work Permit Regulations. Candidates with a current Visa 18 (residency visa) are excluded from the education requirement.

Purpose: Key Control Officer will be responsible for the daily execution of the Amentum APS-5 KU Program Key Control Coordination.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Establish and maintain the proper procedures and controls for the Program Key Control Program, IAW ASG-KU Policies.
- Maintain all forms and records required.
- Provides instruction and guidance as necessary to ensure compliance.
- Conducts inspections to validate compliance using SEC Form 003 Self-Assessment Checklist.
- Investigate any misuse or loss of keys/locks.
- Coordinates authorized duplication of keys with DPW Key Shop.
- Performs other related duties as assigned or directed.

Requirements

Minimum Position Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent required; associate's degree or higher preferred.

Experience:
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in physical security required.
- Prior experience as a physical security specialist or key control program supervisor is required, prior Military preferred.

Specialized Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Must have the ability to interpret and implement security policies.
- Must have advanced level of proficiency in the use of MS Office, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook and other related applications.
- Must have advanced written and oral communications skills.
- Must have strong interpersonal communication skills and ability to work and communicate with others effectively.

Certification, License & Clearance:
- Certifications of ASG-KU Physical Security Fundamentals, ASG-KU Key, Lock and Protective Seals Class, and ASG-KU Security of Arms Ammunition and Explosives preferred.
- Secret Clearance is required.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Active Clearance is required : Must have an active Tier 3 Secret U.S. Government clearance.

Note: U.S. Citizenship is required to obtain a Tier 3 Secret clearance.

Work Environment, Physical Demands & Mental Demands:
- Ability to perform job duties efficiently and effectively.
- Must be able to work in extreme environmental conditions including dust and high temperatures.
- Must be able to endure long hours, exposure to weather and hazardous conditions.
- Must be able to lift up to 50lbs

About the Company

Amentum is a premier global technical and engineering services partner supporting critical programs of national significance across defense, security, intelligence, energy, and environment. We draw from a century-old heritage of operational excellence, mission focus, and successful execution underpinned by a strong culture of safety and ethics.