Armed Security Officer

Dayzim; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Day & Zimmermann in Atlanta, GA is seeking an Armed Security Officer to join the SOC Team. The role focuses on armed security, access control, patrols, and incident response to protect personnel and assets.

You will ensure compliance with policies and post orders while coordinating with the SOC team. The position requires at least 3 years of armed security or related experience, valid state licenses, and the ability to obtain Public Trust Level 4.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years of armed security, law enforcement, or military experience, or an associate degree.
• Ability to meet physical fitness, weapons qualification, and training standards.
• Valid state security licenses for armed guard duties.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust Level 4 background investigation.

Responsibilities

• Control and monitor facility access, manage visitor processing, issue badges, and patrol.
• Respond to alarms; test, monitor, and respond to CCTV per procedures.
• Document incidents and report per protocols.
• Complete daily access-control reports and assist with weekly activity reports.
• Provide basic emergency first aid and assist with emergency response.

Skills

Strong communication

Firearms proficiency

Access control

Patrol operations

Incident response

Report writing

Education

High school diploma or GED

3 years armed security / law enforcement / military

Security-related associate degree

Job description

We are looking for a Armed Security Officer to join our SOC Team in Atlanta, GA!

Our Police Officer I provides armed security, access control, patrol, and incident response at assigned facilities to protect personnel, property, and assets in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, and post orders.

All position responsibilities are performed in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Company policies, including the Company’s Code of Ethics and Standards of Business Conduct.

As a Armed SecurityOfficer, here's the work you will do:

• Control and monitor facility access, manage visitor processing operations, issue and account for security badges, and conduct routine interior and exterior security patrols.
• Respond to fire, intrusion, and other security alarms; test, monitor, and respond to security systems and CCTV in accordance with established procedures.
• Document incidents accurately and promptly, ensuring compliance with incident reporting and notification protocols.
• Complete daily access-control reports and assist with Weekly Activity Report submissions.
• Provide basic emergency first aid and assist with emergency response activities, as appropriate.

This role is for you if you have these skills:

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently in a high-security environment.
• Demonstrated proficiency in firearms, access control, patrol operations, incident response, and report writing.

And these qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Three (3) years of armed security, law enforcement, or military experience; or an Associate degree in a security-related field.
• Ability to meet all applicable physical fitness, weapons qualification, and training standards required under the contract.
• Valid state security licenses and certifications required for armed guard duties.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust Level 4 background investigation.

In compliance with this state's pay transparency laws, the salary range for this role is $30-$52.40/hr. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location.Pay is determined by the assigned work location and, where applicable, the governing collective bargaining agreement. The posted range reflects differences among locations and agreements; the rate for each assignment is fixed and is not based on seniority or experience.

To ensure a safe work environment while meeting the physical demands of the job, you must be able to perform the following physical and mental tasks, with or without a reasonable accommodation:

• Visual acuity (e.g., preparing and analyzing data, transcribing documents, viewing a computer, reading, inspecting objects, operating machinery)
• Pushing or pulling
• Balancing (e.g., walking, climbing, crouching)
• Manual dexterity (e.g., picking, pinching, typing, or other work using the fingers)
• Stooping (e.g., bending the spine at the waist)
• Grasping (e.g., using the hand to apply pressure)
• Reaching (arms or legs in any direction)
• Feeling (e.g., perceiving an object’s size, shape, or texture)
• Lifting motion or lifting objects more than 0 pounds
• Walking
• Hearing
• Repetitive motions of any part of the body
• Talking
• Kneeling, crouching, or crawling
• Capacity to think, concentrate, and focus over long periods of time
• Capacity to express thoughts orally (e.g., accurately, quickly, and loudly conveying spoken instructions to workers)
• Capacity to reason and make sound decisions
• Ability to withstand environmental conditions (e.g., extreme heat or cold, grass, wind, sand, fumes, odors, gases, extreme noise)
• Ability to wear a mask, respirator, bulletproof vest, or other equipment
• Ability to regularly perform all job functions at the Company’s office or work site

Notices to Applicants

For California applicants, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All of the material job duties described in this posting are job duties for which a criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Diversity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity

Day & Zimmermann is committed to maintaining an inclusive workforce, where employees are hired, retained, compensated and promoted based on their contributions to our Company. Our collective strength is rooted in over a century of diverse employees and businesses, commitment to success, and delivery on promises made. Federal and state Equal Employment Opportunity laws prohibit employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status and disability status. Day & Zimmermann is committed to providing an equal opportunity work environment in full compliance with these laws. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation in the application process, please email [e-mail] , and please specify which position you are interested in, including job title and location.