Armed Security Officer

Blue Cross of Idaho; Meridian (ID); On-site; USD 60,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) matching

Life insurance

Short and long term disability

Education reimbursement

Employee assistance plan (EAP)

Adoption assistance program

Paid family leave program

Job summary

Blue Cross of Idaho is seeking an experienced Armed Security Officer to maintain a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for employees, visitors, facilities, and assets. This role blends corporate security with executive protection, requiring discretion, judgment, confidentiality, and situational awareness.

You will provide armed security coverage, respond to incidents, conduct investigations, and support executive protection, travel planning, and risk assessments for off-site events.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of executive protection, law enforcement, or military security experience.
• Required certifications including CPR and First Aid.
• Idaho Concealed Weapons Permit and Idaho Driver's License or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Monitor employees, visitors, facilities, and assets to maintain safety.
• Respond to alarms, incidents, emergencies, and disturbances.
• Conduct investigations and prepare timely reports.
• Coordinate with law enforcement and public safety agencies.
• Provide armed escort services for executives and travel risk briefings.

Skills

Executive protection

Law enforcement experience

Security professionalism

Job description

Blue Cross of Idaho is seeking an experienced Armed Security Officer to help maintain a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for our employees, visitors, facilities, and organizational assets.

This role combines traditional corporate security responsibilities with executive protection support, requiring a high level of professionalism, judgment, discretion, confidentiality and situational awareness.

As an Armed Security Officer, you will serve as a visible security presence, respond to incidents and emergencies, conduct investigations, perform threat assessments, and support executive protection activities.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with backgrounds in law enforcement, military security, executive protection, or other public safety professions who are looking to apply their expertise in a corporate environment focused on protecting people and reducing organizational risk.

What You Will Do

• Security Operations
  • Monitor and safeguard employees, visitors, facilities, and company assets.
  • Maintain a safe and secure environment through proactive security measures and visible patrols.
  • Control and evaluate access to company facilities and property.
  • Respond to alarms, security incidents, emergencies, disturbances, suspicious activity, and potential threats.
  • Conduct investigations and prepare accurate, timely reports and documentation.
  • Serve as a liaison with law enforcement, fire departments, and other public safety agencies.
• Threat Assessment & Emergency Response
  • Complete threat assessments involving facilities, venues, individuals, and organizational assets.
  • Support emergency response efforts and critical incident management.
  • Provide armed security coverage and response capability in accordance with company policies, procedures, and applicable laws.
• Executive Protection Support
  • Provide armed escort services for executives and designated individuals as needed.
  • Assist with executive travel planning and coordination.
  • Conduct travel risk assessments and prepare security briefings.
  • Support off-site meetings, special events, and executive travel assignments.
  • Coordinate with hotels, venues, transportation providers, and local public safety agencies to support executive security requirements.

What You Bring

• Required Experience: 5 years of executive protection, law enforcement or military security enforcement.
• Required Certifications and Licenses
  • CPR Certification
  • First Aid Certification (or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire)
  • Valid Idaho Concealed Weapons Permit (or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire)
  • Valid Idaho Driver's License (or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire)
• Additional Requirements
  • Must be at least 21 years of age.
  • Ability to successfully meet firearm qualification requirements.
  • Ability to pass a comprehensive background investigation, including no felony or violent crime convictions.
  • May require automobile liability insurance if driving a personal vehicle for business purposes.
  • Ability to stand, walk, patrol, and remain alert for extended periods.
  • Ability to travel and support off-site events, including occasional evening or weekend assignments.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• We’re looking for a professional who demonstrates:
• Sound judgment in dynamic situations.
• Exceptional integrity and discretion.
• Strong de-escalation and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent written documentation and incident reporting abilities.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a customer-service mindset.
• Commitment to safety, preparedness, and continuous vigilance.

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay range is $60,048 - $84,069.

The position is eligible for an annual incentive bonus (variable depending on company and employee performance).

The pay range for this position takes into account a wide range of factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, relevant experience, skills, seniority, performance, travel requirements, internal equity, business or organizational needs, and alignment with market data.

At Blue Cross of Idaho, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top range for the position. Compensation decisions are dependent on factors and circumstances at the time of offer.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Community service and self-care days
• Medical/dental/vision/pharmacy insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Non‑contributory plan
• Life insurance
• Short and long term disability
• Education reimbursement
• Employee assistance plan (EAP)
• Adoption assistance program
• Paid family leave program

We will adhere to all relevant state and local laws concerning employee leave benefits, in line with our plans and policies.

Reasonable Accommodations

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Blue Cross of Idaho will extend reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are otherwise not able to fully use electronic and online job application systems.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Blue Cross of Idaho has taken our role as an Idaho‑based health insurance company to heart since 1945. As a not‑for‑profit, we are driven to help connect Idahoans to quality and affordable healthcare while building strong networks and services. We aim to create a brighter future for all with the help of customer‑centric professionals.

Your Health and Wellness Matters At Blue Cross of Idaho, we care about the health and well‑being of our employees. Our benefits aim to help make your life easier, healthier and more balanced.

Your Career Development Matters We believe in employee growth, which is why we offer training, tools and numerous resources to assist with professional development.

Your CommunityMatters Our employees care deeply about Idaho. We work together to positively impact communities throughout Idaho, and contribute our time through volunteering.

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