Armed Front Desk Officer – Tech Campus, Growth & Benefits

Allied Universal; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life/AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plan

Perks program

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking an Armed Security Officer Reception Clearance Eligible in Palmdale, CA. You will greet visitors, control access, monitor entry activity, and provide professional customer service at a technology-focused site.

Role requires armed security experience and a California 9mm endorsement, with a 21+ age minimum for armed positions. Daytime evening shifts and full-time schedule offered with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• At least six months armed security, law enforcement, or military experience.
• California weapons permit with 9mm endorsement.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Ability to lift 20+ pounds.
• Access control and badge experience preferred.
• Must be 21+ for armed roles; 18+ for unarmed (as applicable).
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check and drug screen required.
• Licensing may be required by state/local laws.
• Driver’s license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide front-desk security and visitor management at a tech-focused site.
• Verify IDs and issue visitor credentials; maintain logs.
• Monitor lobby, access-control systems, cameras, and alarms; report incidents.
• Respond calmly to incidents and emergencies following procedures.
• Record visitor, delivery, and access activity in reports.

Skills

Armed security experience

California weapons permit (9mm)

Customer service

Lift 20+ pounds

Access control experience

Age 21+ for armed roles

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Allied Universal is seeking an Armed Security Officer Reception Clearance Eligible in Palmdale, CA. You will greet visitors, control access, monitor entry activity, and provide professional customer service at a technology-focused site.

Role requires armed security experience and a California 9mm endorsement, with a 21+ age minimum for armed positions. Daytime evening shifts and full-time schedule offered with comprehensive benefits.