Armed Security Officer

Chenega Security SBU; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Chenega Security SBU is seeking an Armed Security Officer to protect federal facilities, personnel, and assets in a mission-driven role. You will work alongside government partners, maintain equipment readiness, and perform duties across access control, patrols, and security screening in a dynamic environment.

The position emphasizes responsible security operations, professional conduct, and flexibility for weekends and holidays as required, with opportunities for growth within the organization.

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.

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.

Skills

Armed security

Access control

Patrols

Emergency response

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Weapons handling

Security screening equipment

Job description

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

• 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.