The Institute for Defense Analyses (IDA) is a not-for-profit corporation that operates three Federally Funded Research and Development Centers serving the Office of the Secretary of Defense, the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Department of Homeland Security, Unified Commands and Defense Agencies in addressing important national security issues, particularly those requiring scientific and technical expertise.

This position is responsible for greeting, recording and processing IDA's visitors as they pass the receptionist desk; maintains the visitor log and ensures a smooth flow of visitors from the lobby area when a meeting or seminar is held.  Acts as Headquarters telephone operator refers calls to appropriate office.  Restricts access to the IDA Restricted Area.

• Responsible for the IDA lobby reception area. Greets visitors and ensures that visitors who enter the restricted areas of the IDA facility are registered.  Issues the appropriate visitor security badge.  Maintains and tracks records of all issued security badges.
• Processes visitor requests and enters clearance information into the visitor database. Researches information in DoD and IDA clearance databases.  Maintains visitor logs and visitor request files.
• Ensures smooth flow of visitors in the lobby area when meetings or seminars are held at IDA Virginia facility.
  • Prepares appropriate badges, visitor logs and signs prior to the meeting or visit.
  • Ensures information regarding the visit is complete and in the visitor control system.
• Answers incoming telephone calls and questions from visitors.
• Handles outgoing and incoming packages, ensuring that they are delivered or picked up promptly.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Six months office clerical experience.
• Ability to use a computer.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing.
• Ability to obtain the necessary security clearances. 

IDA offers a competitive salary, an enviable benefits package, and a superior professional environment in a park-like setting. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. U.S. citizenship is required.

The Institute for Defense Analyses is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer!

Our preferred method of receiving your resume is via email. If you are unable to email your resume, you may fax it to us. Resumes and inquiries should be sent to:

Institute for Defense Analyses
Attn: Employment Office
4850 Mark Center Drive
Alexandria, VA 22311
Fax Number: (240) 282-8314
Email: resumes@ida.org