Cleared American Guard (CAG) | TS/SCI CI-Poly

Cleared American Guards (CAGs) with TS/SCI Clearance with CI-Poly

Aurora, CO

Join IDS International's Cleared Programs team supporting secure and mission-critical environments.

The Cleared American Guard is a professional and dependable Security Escort who supports secure facility operations by escorting uncleared personnel and monitoring activity within restricted areas. This role requires strong situational awareness, sound judgment, and strict adherence to security and safety procedures. The position includes both indoor and outdoor work and may involve escort-related administrative support as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Escort uncleared personnel and visitors within designated secure buildings and restricted areas.

• Monitors escorted individuals to ensure compliance with all security requirements.

• Follow all company safety, security, and personnel policies.

• Interact professionally with customers, employees, VIPs, and the public.

• Perform additional job-related or administrative duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Clearance : Active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph required

Citizenship : U.S. Citizen

Education : High School Diploma or GED

Required Experience :

• Minimum 3+ years of professional experience in security, military, facilities support, or a related field.

• Ability to acquire and maintain access to the assigned facility.

Physical Requirements :

• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods, work outdoors in summer heat and winter cold, walk up to 5 miles per day, and perform duties requiring manual dexterity, verbal and written communication.

• Ability to read, understand, and apply written and spoken instructions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active security clearance.

Work Schedule & Conditions

Schedule : Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–2:30 PM

Hours : 40 hours per week

* A 40-hour workweek is not guaranteed. Work is typically Monday through Friday, with possible weekend work depending on project needs. If a scheduled effort is canceled after arrival, the employee will receive 4 hours of regular pay.

Overtime : Overtime is project-based and applies only to individuals assigned to projects that require extra hours, not to the entire team.

Flexibility Requirement :

• Must work effectively as part of a team and perform secondary or administrative tasks when escort duties are limited.

• Flexible work schedule, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays, to support on-site activities.

Overtime may be available or required. Flexibility may be required based on project needs.

Compensation & Benefits

Rate : $ 45 .00 per hour

medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, and a 401(k)-retirement plan are available to all W2 employees of IDS.

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Apply to learn more about this opportunity. A Cleared Programs Recruiter will contact you to discuss the position and next steps—please monitor your email.

Our Cleared Staffing Center of Excellence (COE) is a dedicated hub for secure and efficient talent acquisition. We connect a vetted network of cleared professionals with Intelligence Community (IC) staffing needs and trusted B2B partners.

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Employee may be required to occasionally lift and/or move moderate amounts of weight, typically less than 20 pounds, but may vary depending on the position. Regular and predictable attendance is essential.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local law.

If you are unable to apply through the portal and need to speak to someone about necessary accommodations to apply, please email accommodation@idsinternational.com and we will follow up with you. Do not submit resumes and applications through this email.

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