Aerospace Security Officer – Unarmed Patrol & Access Control

Allied Universal; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools program

Career growth opportunities

Financial and health benefits

Exclusive perks

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a dedicated Security Officer for full-time patrol systems in Herndon, VA. You will monitor and protect aerospace/defense facilities, perform routine patrols, manage access points, and respond calmly to incidents while upholding site policies.

Responsibilities include documenting activity, communicating shift updates, and delivering excellent customer service to staff, visitors, and contractors in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check as per federal/state/local laws.
• Drug screen as permitted by law.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and contractors at an aerospace and defense location by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Conduct regular patrols of facilities, access points, parking areas, and perimeter locations to deter unauthorized activity and identify unusual conditions.
• Monitor access control points, verify credentials, and document visitor, contractor, and delivery activity.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional manner; notify appropriate site contacts and responders.
• Prepare clear activity reports and shift communications in line with site requirements.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Patrol procedures

Communication

Alarm monitoring

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Computer basics

Job description

Allied Universal is seeking a dedicated Security Officer for full-time patrol systems in Herndon, VA. You will monitor and protect aerospace/defense facilities, perform routine patrols, manage access points, and respond calmly to incidents while upholding site policies.

Responsibilities include documenting activity, communicating shift updates, and delivering excellent customer service to staff, visitors, and contractors in a fast-paced environment.