Armed Cleared Security Officer | DoD-Ready & Growth

Alliedbarton Security Services; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plans

Flexible schedules

Ongoing paid training

Employee discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Officer - Cleared (Armed). The role involves protecting personnel, property and information, with training on site-specific security protocols related to clearance level and the opportunity for professional growth within security.

Pay rate is $25.35 per hour. Candidates must have DoD eligibility, a high school diploma or equivalent, and strong communication skills. This is a full-time, on-site position in Palmdale, California.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience.
• DoD position appropriate level security clearance eligibility.
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
• Must possess one or more of the following: Minimum of three (3) years of security experience on a Department of Defense-cleared site; Prior military experience.
• Minimum of 21 years of age (or higher if required by the state).
• Effective written and oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Intermediate computer skills to operate innovative, wireless technology at client specific sites.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality security services, safeguarding personnel, property, and information with professionalism
• Conduct patrols within and around the facility on foot, bicycle, or vehicle to ensure the protection of people, assets, and sensitive or classified information
• Greet guests and employees and escorts visitors and contractors to secure entry and exit points
• Follow site-specific performance manuals and post orders; reporting safety concerns, security breaches, and unusual circumstances via written and oral communication to client and/or other security personnel
• Respond to and assesses security alarms or emergency alarms
• Act as a first responder in emergency situations

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree or higher in Criminal Justice, Business, or related field

Job description

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Officer - Cleared (Armed). The role involves protecting personnel, property and information, with training on site-specific security protocols related to clearance level and the opportunity for professional growth within security.

Pay rate is $25.35 per hour. Candidates must have DoD eligibility, a high school diploma or equivalent, and strong communication skills. This is a full-time, on-site position in Palmdale, California.