Fibertek seeks to hire an experienced Locksmith / Access Control Technician to support our customer's secure facility at Fort Belvoir, VA. This position serves as the primary locksmith and primary technical authority for lock, key, and hardware security. The role is responsible for administering the Lock & Key Control Program, maintaining physical and electronic locking systems (i.e. HIRSCH badging system), ensuring GSA and SCIF/Open Storage compliance in coordination with the Army customer's government civilian and other contractor personnel.
Core Locksmith & Hardware Responsibilities
Locksmithing, Key Systems & Pinning
- Key System Administration: Oversee base and sub-base key control systems to maintain area key integrity; establish proper pin stacking, lock cylinder core pinning, key cutting by code, and key duplication.
- Specialized Cylinder Servicing: Key and re-key Medeco cylinders, Small Format Interchangeable Cores (SFIC), cylinders with sidebars, and high-security locks.
- Bypass & Lockout Response: Execute lock cylinder picking and manipulation techniques to resolve lockout situations non-destructively.
- Lock Maintenance: Disassemble, clean, inspect, repair, and reassemble locks (padlocks, safe locks, vault locks, and standard architectural locks), replacing worn tumblers, springs, and internal components.
GSA Containers, Vaults & Specialized Locking Mechanisms
- GSA Safe & Vault Operations: Drill GSA safe containers, vaults, and Sound Transmission Class (STC) doors using approved methods; perform necessary repairs and conduct inspections for recertification to meet GSA specifications.
- High-Security Hardware: Install, service, and change combinations on electronic and mechanical GSA-rated locking devices, including Mas-Hamilton/Kaba-Mas X-07, X-08, X-09, X-10, and Sargent & Greenleaf (S&G) 2740B and 8077 models.
- Electromechanical & Pushbutton Locks: Install, program, and maintain stand-alone electronic and mechanical pushbutton locks (e.g., Simplex/Unican, Alarm Lock Trilogy, Schlage CO100, E-Plex, and standalone cipher locks).
Architectural Door Hardware & Access Control Integration
- Door Hardware Installation & Repair: Install, service, and replace overhead door closers, ADA electronic automatic door operators, electronic door levers, electric door strikes, magnetic locks (maglocks), exit/panic devices, astragals, hinges, door plates, and thresholds.
- Electronic Access Control Integration: Install and maintain keyless entry components (card readers (i.e. HIRSCH badging system), request-to-exit motion sensors, Airphone/intercom units, and ADA access actuators), interfacing locking hardware with the facility's centralized electronic Access Control System.
Security & Program Management (Primary & Alternate Duties)
Program Administration & Policy Oversight
- Lock & Key Control Program: Manage the comprehensive Lock & Key Control Program; formulate and update policies, minimum standards, criteria, and operational procedures for key and keyless entry systems.
- Personnel Engagement: In coordination with the Facilities and Equipment Branch (FEB) team, promote lock, key, and physical security awareness across all compound levels to foster personnel ownership and accountability.
- Accountability & Records: Maintain accurate, up-to-date records of all locks, keys, and hardware combinations utilizing a computerized key tracking management software.
Security Monitoring & Technical Security Systems
- System Monitoring: Monitor and support Access Control Systems, CCTV/video surveillance sensors, and Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS).
- Perimeter & Physical Boundaries: Inspect fences, gates, security lighting, and compound signage regularly to verify perimeter integrity and operational effectiveness.
- Authorization Controls: Administer photography authorization protocols and oversee area signage compliance.
Risk Assessments, Compliance & Facility Readiness
- Vulnerability Assessments: Conduct annual risk analyses and vulnerability assessments, or as required when the compound's threat posture changes. Validate and maintain assessment records on file until successor evaluations are completed.
- Compliance Standards: Ensure all facilities adhere to US Army, Federal, DoD, and State physical security guidelines, specifically for Open Storage and SCIF areas.
- Emergency & Incident Response: Maintain an updated Emergency Notification Roster containing Point of Contact (POC) details for alarm system malfunctions or security breaches in SCIF and Open Storage areas. Coordinate with building administrators and the Guard Force on facility shut/lockdown schedules and emergency alarm response.
- Loss Investigations: Promptly investigate security-related losses once the Facilities and Equipment Branch (FEB) team determines criminal activity is not involved; assess negligence, determine responsibility, and implement corrective controls.
- Advocacy & Continuous Improvement: Identify GSA compliance deficiencies and security vulnerabilities; advocate with administrators for funding and resources to remediate deficiencies.
Operational & General Requirements
- Interpret and execute work orders, engineering drawings, architectural blueprints, and supervisory instructions.
- Safeguard compound assets continuously through layered physical defense measures approved by the Facilities and Equipment Branch Chief.