Posted August 23, 2026

Front Desk Ambassador / Receptionist

Cypress HCM

San Diego, CA, US Full Time

Front Desk Ambassador / Receptionist

This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing startup in the aerospace/defense industry.

Responsibilities:

Manage site access by greeting and welcoming visitors and ensuring only authorized personnel enter the site.
Welcome and greet Employees, Contractors, and Guests with a positive attitude.
Able to work across internal stakeholders from IT, Operations, & Compliance.
Comfortable interacting & engaging with senior level officials
Ensure only authorized personnel enter the site.
Act as a liaison between hosts and new hires/site visitors
Monitor access control & visitor management.
Facilitate the check-in and check-out process with site visitors.
Oversees the ID badge return process.
Manage additional front desk duties as the position evolves.

Requirements and Desired Experience:

High school diploma
3+ years of experience as a receptionist or front desk admin
Ability to work an 8-hour shift, M-F, on site
Experience working in a security adjacent field, like defense or aerospace is preferred;
Familiarity with basic security controls, operating access control and visitor management systems.
Ability to stay calm under pressure.
Trustworthy, and consistently prioritizes an engaging & welcome attitude/disposition.
Delivers high touch customer service and/or end user experience
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Personal integrity is crucial; this position is expected to sustain operational security.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance if required

Compensation (DOE): $22.00 - $28.00 per hour