Armed Security Officer

Chenega MIOS SBU; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Chenega MIOS SBU in Laurel, MD is seeking an Armed Security Officer to protect federal facilities, personnel, and assets. In this mission-driven role, you will operate on the front lines of safety, performing armed security duties, access control, patrols, and security screening as part of a collaborative team.

The position emphasizes professional growth, readiness for flexible schedules, and high standards of customer service while coordinating with government partners and ensuring compliance

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and age 21+.
• At least three years of security or related experience.
• Valid state driver?s license.
• Able to pass background and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Protect federal personnel, facilities, and equipment through armed security operations, access control, patrols, inspections, and security screening activities.
• Respond to emergencies, enforce applicable laws and regulations, conduct investigations, and perform detention and transportation duties when required.
• Maintain a professional security presence by interacting with employees, visitors, government personnel, and the public while providing exceptional customer service.
• Follow all security procedures, safety standards, post orders, and operational requirements, including maintaining assigned equipment, weapons, and readiness for flexible schedules, weekends, and holidays.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Armed security

Access control

Patrols

Emergency response

Education

High school diploma or GED

Security academy graduate

Job description

Overview

Join Chenega & the Secret Service as an Armed Security Officer and play a critical role in protecting federal facilities, personnel, and assets. Based in a dynamic security environment, you'll serve on the front lines of safety and emergency response while working alongside government partners in a mission-driven role that offers purpose, responsibility, and professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Protect federal personnel, facilities, property, and equipment through armed security operations, access control, patrols, inspections, and security screening activities.
• Respond to emergencies, enforce applicable laws and regulations, conduct investigations, and perform detention and transportation duties when required.
• Maintain a professional security presence by interacting with employees, visitors, government personnel, and the public while providing exceptional customer service.
• Follow all security procedures, safety standards, post orders, and operational requirements, including maintaining assigned equipment, weapons, and readiness for flexible schedules, weekends, and holidays.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED and a minimum age of 21 years.
• At least three years of experience in law enforcement, military police, government security, or civilian security operations; or graduation from a recognized law enforcement or physical security academy.
• Minimum of one year of specialized experience in physical security or law enforcement.
• Valid state driver's license
• Successfully pass background and drug screening

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previously commissioned law enforcement officer with experience in federal, state, local, or military environments.
• Graduate of a federal, state, local, or military law enforcement or physical security training academy.
• Experience supporting security operations within government facilities or high-security environments.

Estimated Salary/Wage

USD $26.51/Hr.