Armed Security Expert – Patrol & Access Control

Allied Universal; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Ongoing paid training

Employee discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring an Armed Security Officer in Houston, TX. The Armed Security Officer provides armed protective services to safeguard people and property, including patrols, access control, CCTV monitoring, and incident reporting.

You must have a high school diploma or equivalent, an armed guard license, and required certifications; relevant military or law enforcement experience is preferred. Excellent communication and customer service are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current driver’s license if driving a company or customer owned vehicle.
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
• Basic Life Support CPR/AED and First Aid from the AHA or ARC.
• Federal and state firearms qualifications.
• National Weapons Detection Training Program (NWDTP) certification.
• OC, Baton and handcuffing certification.
• Defensive tactics and de-escalation tactics certification.
• Minimum of two (2) years of armed security experience or US military service or armed civilian law enforcement.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the facility is provided with high-quality security services to protect people and property.
• Build, improve and maintain effective relationships with both client employees and guests.
• Report safety concerns, security breaches, and unusual circumstances verbally and in writing.
• Handle security issues and emergency situations according to protocol.
• Follow all directives relating to site-specific operations including manuals and post orders.
• Greet and welcome visitors and employees; answer questions and assist as needed.
• Patrol the facility on foot or in a vehicle.
• Answer phones, monitor CCTV systems and alarms.

Skills

Active listening

Oral and written communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Customer service

English fluency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Allied Universal is hiring an Armed Security Officer in Houston, TX. The Armed Security Officer provides armed protective services to safeguard people and property, including patrols, access control, CCTV monitoring, and incident reporting.

You must have a high school diploma or equivalent, an armed guard license, and required certifications; relevant military or law enforcement experience is preferred. Excellent communication and customer service are essential.