Afternoon Security Officer - Access Control & Growth

Alliedbarton Security Services; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

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Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer - Full Time - Afternoons in Cedar Rapids, IA to protect clients across logistics and distribution sites. You will manage access points, verify credentials, and deliver reliable customer service while staying visible to deter incidents.

You will monitor entry/exit, respond calmly to incidents, and perform regular patrols, supporting a secure environment for employees, visitors, and operations. The role requires 18+ and a high school diploma.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Background check will be conducted as per laws.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may apply per state/local laws.
• A valid driver’s license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to drivers, visitors, and personnel by following site-specific access-control procedures, policies, and emergency response activities at a logistics and distribution location.
• Verify identification, review delivery appointments and/or visitor authorization, issue appropriate access credentials, and maintain accurate access-related records.
• Monitor entry and exit points, vehicle traffic, and restricted areas to help deter unauthorized access and support orderly operations.
• Respond to access-control incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating concerns according to site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of access points, loading areas, parking facilities, and the perimeter; working environments and conditions may vary by location.

Skills

Customer service

Access control procedures

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer - Full Time - Afternoons in Cedar Rapids, IA to protect clients across logistics and distribution sites. You will manage access points, verify credentials, and deliver reliable customer service while staying visible to deter incidents.

You will monitor entry/exit, respond calmly to incidents, and perform regular patrols, supporting a secure environment for employees, visitors, and operations. The role requires 18+ and a high school diploma.