Watch Assistant Security Analyst (WASA)

Type: Full Time

Location: Baltimore, MD

Overtime Exempt: No

Reports To: ARMADA HQ

Security Clearance Required: Public Trust

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Watch Assistant Security Analysts (WASA) support all-hazard all-threats emergency response events. This includes supporting the Office of Facilities and Security Management (OFSM) in developing and implementing a method of ensuring the availability of quick response support to meet operational requirements under emergency conditions.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Watch Assistant Security Analysts (WASA) will provide support to OFSM staff at the Incident Command Center (ICC) or at deployed locations. Support will include, but is not limited to the following:
• Gather details, facts and pertinent information through open information sources to analyze.
• Watch Assistant Security Analysts (WASA) will create and maintain operational records, logs, reports, and files as required.
• WASA shall coordinate first responder and OFSM notifications
• Watch Assistant Security Analysts (WASA) will Monitor security platforms, provide notification and follow up to appropriate personnel.
• WASA will assist Watch Officers in stabilizing the situation and providing operational information to the appropriate members of the Senior Staff.
• Watch Assistant Security Analysts (WASA) will prepare, participate, and provide After Action Reports (AAR) for training, exercise, and drills to include the following but not limited to:
  
  
  
  • Fire, Bomb Threat, Terrorism, Workplace Violence, Bio-Toxins (Mailroom), Active Assailant, Chemical/Biological Threat, Suspicious Packages, Hazmat, Earthquake, Tornado, Physical Damage to building, Power Failure, Civil Unrest, Explosion, Building Recovery, and Shelter-in-Place.
  
  
  
  
• WASA shall generate Mass Emergency Notification System (MENS) messages for Social Security Administration Headquarters (SSA HQ).
• Watch Assistant Security Analysts (WASA) will develop and distribute ICC Notes and Incident Reports.
• WASA shall detect, analyze, and alert the Watch Officer (Government Employee) regarding any adverse conditions (i.e. all threats and hazards which have the potential to negatively impact the life and/or safety of any SSA asset such as active alarms, crimes, or inclement weather) to the agency or its employees.
• Watch Assistant Security Analysts (WASA) shall monitor the safety and security of Agency personnel, facilities, and property on a 24/7 basis. Common incidents and/or situations at the SSA HQ complex include, but are not limited to:
  
  
  
  • Personal accidents, medical incidents, heightened security alerts, high-level visitors, alarm activations, drills/evacuations, etc.
  
  
  
  
• WASA shall monitor, detect and analyze events such as severe weather conditions, political instability, crime, terrorism, technical and mechanical failures and threats occurring at, or near, any SSA facility.
• Watch Assistant Security Analysts (WASA) will perform a variety of security-related duties (i.e. supervise, intrusion detection system monitoring, notification, surveillance system monitoring), depending on the type of position to which they are assigned.
• The WASA shall not provide directions about how to respond to adverse conditions.
• The WASA shall provide all critical information needed for the responding entity to be able to respond appropriately according to their internal response procedures.
• The WASA will be the liaison for local, State and Federal agencies, including, but not limited to, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the National Weather Service who notifies the operations center of natural disasters and weather warnings nationwide, the Federal Protective Service, and local first responders.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

• Watch Assistant Security Analysts (WASA) must have the ability to interpret and comprehend written directives, policies, procedures, and memos.
• Ability to observe situations analytically and objectively, identify behavioral indicators (e.g., body language, attitude, intentions), and record and report findings clearly.
• Ability to recall, evaluate, and retain critical information, analyze documents and logs, and disseminate accurate details.
• Watch Assistant Security Analysts (WASA) will use various communication platforms to relay situational information to security contractors, government employees, and other supporting agencies and organizations for appropriate responses to active situations and adverse conditions and to mitigate events.
• Watch Assistant Security Analysts (WASA) must have strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills; ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with law enforcement and emergency response personnel.
• Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergencies and handle situations firmly, tactfully, courteously, and impartially.
• Ability to multi-task effectively in a fast-paced environment while maintaining professionalism and discretion in high-stress situations.
• Watch Assistant Security Analysts (WASA) must be proficient in Microsoft Office products (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook); ability to create and maintain manual and electronic logs and records.
• Working knowledge of security monitoring and communications equipment (e.g., radios, fire alarm systems, surveillance systems).
• Watch Assistant Security Analyst must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust security clearance.

Minimum/General Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience working in an operation's center environment within the past 5 years.
• Experience with operations center security equipment (i.e., computer consoles, base station radios, electronic key control boxes, video surveillance equipment, etc.) and computer-based programs (i.e., Lenel).

Minimum Education:

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma

Disclaimer:

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of the contractor assigned to this position. Applying: If you feel you have the knowledge, skills and abilities for this position visit our careers page at www.armadausa.com.

Special Notes: Relocation is not available for these jobs.

ARMADA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. ARMADA complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Must be able to successfully pass a background check, and pre-employment drug testing. Job offers are contingent upon results of background check and drug testing.