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Summary Chenega Naswik International, LLC is seeking a highly organized and customer-focused Conference/Event Security Coordinator to support security operations for Missile Defense Agency (MDA) conferences, meetings, test events, and special functions. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the safety, security, and successful execution of domestic and international events by coordinating access control, security planning, and operational support for participants, staff, and stakeholders. * The ideal candidate is a proactive security professional with strong communication, planning, and coordination skills. This role offers the opportunity to support high-visibility events, collaborate with government and industry partners, and contribute directly to mission success through exceptional security and event management support. Responsibilities * Coordinate security support activities for conferences, meetings, test events, and special functions. * Collaborate with government personnel, event organizers, public affairs representatives, protocol offices, emergency responders, and other stakeholders to ensure successful event execution. * Develop and implement event-specific access control and security plans. * Coordinate staffing requirements and ensure assigned personnel are properly trained and prepared to support event operations. * Oversee access control activities and ensure security procedures are executed consistently and professionally. * Develop conference and event rosters, attendee tracking systems, and access authorization records. * Coordinate the creation, issuance, and management of event credentials, badges, and access passes. * Support participant clearance verification and Visit Authorization Request (VAR) processing activities. * Conduct site surveys, planning meetings, and event readiness assessments. * Coordinate security screening measures, access control checkpoints, and perimeter security activities. * Support the deployment, monitoring, and assessment of event security systems and equipment. * Prepare after-action reports, statistical summaries, briefings, and operational reports as required. * Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications * High School Diploma or GED required. * Active Secret clearance. * Must possess current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Automated External Defibrillator (AED), and Red Cross First Aid certifications. * Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid U.S. Passport. * Experience supporting security, access control, event management, conference coordination, or related operational activities. * Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills. * Experience supporting Department of Defense, Missile Defense Agency, or federal government events. * Experience with access control, visitor management, and security credentialing programs. * Experience coordinating conferences, meetings, exercises, or large-scale events. * Experience processing Visit Authorization Requests (VARs) and security clearance documentation. * Familiarity with security screening technologies and electronic security systems. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: * Knowledge of event security operations, access control procedures, and visitor management practices. * Strong planning, coordination, and organizational skills. * Ability to manage multiple events, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously. * Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. * Strong customer service and stakeholder engagement abilities. * Ability to work effectively with government officials, event participants, vendors, and support personnel. * Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and database systems. * Ability to prepare reports, briefings, and operational documentation. * Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. * Ability to remain professional and effective in dynamic and high-profile event environments. Estimated Salary/Wage Up to USD $85,000.00/Yr.