Job Description

Location: Oak Ridge, Tennessee
Title: Security Escort - Pending / Expected Start Jan 2026
Schedule (FT/PT): Regular Full Time
Travel Required: No
Government Clearance: Ability to Obtain a DOE Q Clearance

North Wind Federal Services, LLC is an Alaska Native owned Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) specializing in infrastructure support services and facilities maintenance, base operating services, waste management and radiological services, security control and force protection, environmental services, janitorial services and professional, administrative, and management services.

Pending / Expected Start Jan 2026

POSITION PURPOSE:
North Wind Federal Services is seeking vigilant and reliable Security Escorts to supervise uncleared personnel within a secure federal facility. This role requires adherence to strict access control procedures and real-time coordination with security staff to ensure mission integrity and facility safety.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Escort uncleared personnel at all times; maintain unobstructed visual control.
• Supervise entry/exit points per security protocols.
• Ensure compliance with safety and security procedures; stop work for violations.
• Support short-notice escort requests and mission-critical assignments.
• Report schedule deviations or personnel absences to the project lead promptly.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Additional duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:
• High School Diploma or GED

Skills and Abilities:
• Familiarity with government security procedures and Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) environments.
• Detail-oriented, dependable, and able to respond to dynamic security needs.
• Flexible with scheduling and capable of working independently or in teams.

Special Requirements:
• Eligibility for DOE Q Clearance and SCI Access; polygraph may be required.
• May include short-notice or intermittent assignments.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Experience in a security or protective services role strongly preferred.
• DoD Top Secret clearance or DOE Q clearance preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
• Work performed on-site in a secure government facility, often in or around SCIFs.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
• Requires standing and moving for extended periods and constant situational awareness.

North Wind offers a competitive pay and benefits package to include health, life, and disability insurance benefits, 401(k) with company match, generous paid leave and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees. As a company, we are committed to employee wellness, professional development, and work-life balance. We value safety, reliability, and commitment to our people! For more information about our benefits or hiring philosophy, visit the North Wind Career Opportunities Page.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The nature of those accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact our Helpline +1.208.528.8718 or use the Request for Reasonable Accommodation ( form to get assistance.

North Wind is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Proof of citizenship will be required as a condition of employment.

Candidates may be required to obtain and hold a Secret or Higher US Government Clearance. 

Job Tags

Full time, Flexible hours

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