Sr. Security Associate – 3rd Shift; D} DoD Security Clearance

Sr. Security Associate – 3rd Shift {D} $2500 Sign-On Bonus for Active DoD Security Clearance

Job Category
: LGL

Requisition Number
: SRSEC
003025

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• Posted :
  September 8, 2025
• Full-Time

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Danbury, CT 06810, USA

ARKA Group L.P. (“ARKA”) is an advanced technologies company serving the U.S. military, intelligence community, and commercial space industry delivering next-generation solutions to support the national security space enterprise. Built on more than six decades of excellence, ARKA brings modern approaches and a culture of innovation to the challenges of today.

Join the ARKA team to learn how Beyond Begins Here. Discover your next career opportunity now!

Position Overview:

This position is for a Sr. Security Associate at our Danbury, CT manufacturing facility. The Security Associate plays a pivotal role the Physical Security of the facility, protecting our facility by controlling entry, access, and ensuring all DoD, Customer, and Company security regulations are adhered to. You will be reporting to the Physical Security Manager of Danbury and working closely with all levels of personnel throughout the enterprise.

This is a 3 rd shift position and offers a 12% shift differential for hours worked on the 3 rd shift. The standard schedule is 11:00pm – 7:00am. Hires who already hold a security clearance will spend the first 3-4 weeks on first shift for training purposes. Hires who do not hold a clearance will remain on first shift until their interim clearance comes through which could take up to 12 months.

This position requires you to be on-site in our Danbury, CT plant five days a week. Must be willing to work overtime, weekends and alternate shifts as needed to support the needs of the business.

$2500 Sign-On Bonus and Higher Hourly Rate for Active DoD Security Clearance!

Responsibilities:

• Check badges of employees and contractors as they enter and leave the facility
• Verify authorization of visitors to enter the facility
• Ensure that visitors complete appropriate form(s) for access, issue proper badges to visitors, inspect visitors' hand-carried items for classified material, company property, or prohibited items, and verify authorization of persons to carry property in or out of the facility
• Deal with customers and employees in a polite and professional manner
• Keep detailed records and perform other related security tasks as assigned by the Supervisor or other designated representative
• Conduct exterior perimeter checks of building
• Provide coverage for company functions during and after business hours
• Conduct traffic control and vehicle inspections
• Respond and react to emergency situations, i.e., building evacuations, employee injury/illness

Basic Qualifications:

• 5+ years of prior relevant security experience in industrial security, military police, or law enforcement
• Valid Driver’s License
• The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance as well as other security clearance requirements as dictated by the Company. U.S. citizenship is a requirement to obtain/maintain a clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of NISPOM regulations

Location:

The position is located onsite at our facility in Danbury, CT
. Located in beautiful Fairfield County, Danbury offers a diverse economy, wonderful parks, cultural attractions, an impressive mix of private and public educational institutions and a vibrant arts scene. Our facility is nestled among a remarkable selection of communities to call home all with varying price points to fit many different budgets. We’re close to New York City, Boston, and other major cities – great for day trips and weekend getaways.

Our lovely seasons along with award-winning institutions, colleges, cultural events, and a genuine sense of community brings a diverse population to the beautiful state of Connecticut!

What We Offer:

• Company contributions to qualified HSA accounts
• 401k retirement plan with industry leading company contributions
• 3 weeks of vacation accrual per year plus time off for sick leave and unscheduled life events
• 13 paid holidays
• Upfront tuition assistance for approved degree programs.
• Annual bonus program based on company and…