Afternoon Security Officer - Full-Time, Growth & Benefits

Allied Universal; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools and shifts access

Career Growth

Benefits package

Perks Program

Job summary

Allied Universal in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a Security Officer - Full Time - Afternoons to safeguard clients across aerospace/defense locations. You will perform routine patrols, monitor access points, verify credentials, and assist with emergency responses while delivering exceptional customer service.

The role requires a high school diploma, background check, and drug screening where permitted by law; licensed requirements vary by state/local laws.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Background investigation conducted as a condition of employment.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may apply per state/local laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to personnel and visitors while following security procedures.
• Conduct regular unarmed patrols of facilities and monitor access points.
• Verify credentials and report unusual conditions or access concerns.
• Respond calmly to incidents and document activities per site requirements.
• Protect sensitive areas and materials according to aerospace/defense location protocols.

Skills

Computer familiarity

Access control experience

Customer service

Unarmed security

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Allied Universal in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a Security Officer - Full Time - Afternoons to safeguard clients across aerospace/defense locations. You will perform routine patrols, monitor access points, verify credentials, and assist with emergency responses while delivering exceptional customer service.

The role requires a high school diploma, background check, and drug screening where permitted by law; licensed requirements vary by state/local laws.