Airport Access Control Security Officer | Growth & Perks

Alliedbarton Security Services; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

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Job summary

Allied Universal, North America’s leading security and facility services company, seeks a Security Officer for Airport Access Control in Costa Mesa, CA. This full-time swing-shift role focuses on safeguarding travelers and property while delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining a visible security presence.

You will monitor access points, conduct patrols, respond to incidents, and coordinate with airport operations when needed.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of security-related experience is required.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Ability to lift more than 20 lbs is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check required by law.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to travelers, visitors, employees, and contractors by carrying out site-specific procedures and access-control requirements.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of terminal areas, parking facilities, exterior grounds, restricted access points, and perimeter locations.
• Monitor and report unusual activity, access concerns, hazards, and facility conditions.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, medical situations, and critical events in a calm, problem-solving manner.
• Help deter unauthorized access and disruptive activity through professional presence and timely reporting.

Skills

Security experience

Customer service

Computer literacy

18+ years age (unarmed)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Allied Universal, North America’s leading security and facility services company, seeks a Security Officer for Airport Access Control in Costa Mesa, CA. This full-time swing-shift role focuses on safeguarding travelers and property while delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining a visible security presence.

You will monitor access points, conduct patrols, respond to incidents, and coordinate with airport operations when needed.