Locksmith / Access Control Technician

We are seeking an experienced Locksmith / Access Control Technician to support a secure government customer facility in Northern Virginia. 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 (e.g., HIRSCH badging system), and ensuring GSA and SCIF/Open Storage compliance in coordination with government civilian and contractor personnel.

Job Requirements

Clearance & Experience

• Security Clearance: Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility (TS/SCI).
  
  


• Experience: Minimum of 8+ years of professional locksmith experience.
  
  


• Licensure / Certification: Valid Virginia Locksmith Certification / Registration.
  
  


• Technical Expertise: Demonstrated background operating specialized locksmith equipment, key-cutting machines (code and duplicator), diagnostic tools, and key/security management databases.
  
  

Professional Skills

• Strong oral and written communication skills with proven ability to draft, evaluate, and track formal technical and security reports.
  
  


• Excellent customer service orientation, organizational aptitude, and high attention to detail.
  
  


• Proven track record managing multiple complex projects and technical service calls concurrently.
  
  

Physical Demands

• Mobility & Posture: Regularly required to stand, walk, climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and reach with hands and arms. Frequently required to sit, talk, and hear.
  
  


• Manual Dexterity: Fine motor skills required to manipulate lock picks, small pins, springs, tumblers, hand tools, and specialized drill rigs.
  
  


• Lifting Requirements: Regularly lift and move up to 25 lbs; frequently lift and move up to 50 lbs; occasionally lift and move up to 100 lbs (such as safe doors, heavy hardware, and barrier components).
  
  


• Vision Requirements: Close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust optical focus.
  
  

Benefits

Benefits

The company provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; disability, life insurance, and AD&D; a 401(k) plan with a company match and immediate vesting; Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts; an Employee Assistance Program; education assistance; paid time off and holidays; flexible work schedules; and a 9/8/80 alternate workweek option.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual merit, skills, and experience. We do not engage in or permit any discrimination in the workplace.