Conference & Event Security Coordinator

Overview 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.