Armed Security Officer

First Coast Security Solutions; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

First Coast Security Solutions in Tucson, AZ seeks full-time/part-time Armed Protective Security Officers to respond to incidents and ensure safety for personnel and property at federally owned and leased facilities. PSOs must work weekends and holidays and have experience in armed security and incident response. Candidates should be U.S.

citizens or lawful permanent residents with an honorable discharge from any U.S. Armed Force, a valid SSN, and reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of armed security experience.
• U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident with honorable service in the U.S. Armed Forces.
• Must have valid Social Security Card and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Control access by verifying admittance and screening visitors.
• Monitor entrances, exits, and facility activity including CCTV and gate operations.
• Respond to incidents and protect evidence while securing scenes as required.
• Complete logs, reports, and documentation of events.
• Report suspicious activities, safety concerns, or incidents.
• Follow all safety rules, company policies, and site procedures.

Skills

Armed Security

Patrol/Observation

Incident Response

Report Writing

Education

High School Diploma

GED

60 college credits

Job description

First Coast Security Solutions provides security services nationwide. We are seeking Full-time/Part-time Armed Protective Security Officers (PSOs) for the Tucson, AZ area. PSOs must be willing to work on weekends and holidays. This role provides support to federally owned and leased facilities by responding to incidents and ensuring safety for both personnel and property.

Pay Transparency

• Training Rate: $17.50/hour
• Probationary Rate: $34.75/hour + $6.26 Health & Welfare (H&W)
• Base Rate: $36.75/hour + $6.00 Health & Welfare (H&W)

Responsibilities

• Control access by verifying admittance, screening visitors, and preventing unauthorized entry.
• Communicate professionally with visitors, employees, and team members.
• Monitor entrances, exits, and overall facility activity, including vehicle inspections, gate operations, CCTV monitoring, and remote access systems.
• Patrol assigned areas on foot or in a vehicle to identify hazards, detect security violations, and ensure safe conditions.
• Respond to incidents such as, medical emergencies, hazardous materials, inclement weather, and other situations.
• Protect evidence and secure incident scenes as required.
• Complete logs, reports, and documentation.
• Report suspicious activities, safety concerns, or incidents.
• Follow all safety rules, company policies, and site procedures.
• Other related duties may be assigned based on site needs.

Working Conditions

• Work may be performed indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and wind.
• Position requires standing and walking patrols for extended periods and responding quickly throughout the facility.
• Must be able to lift, carry, and move equipment or barriers up to 25-50 lbs as needed.
• May involve exposure to noise, bright lighting, and fast-paced environments.
• Must be available to work weekends, holidays, and extended shifts.
• Must be available to travel.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must be a United States citizen OR Lawful Permanent Resident who is currently a member of, or who possesses verifiable honorable discharge from, any component the United States Armed Forces.
• Must possess a valid Social Security Card by the Social Security Administration bearing the individual's name and social security number.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Shall fluently speak, read, comprehend, and compose coherent written reports in English.
• Must maintain all required licenses, permits, and certifications.

Required State Licensing

• Arizona DPS Unarmed Security Guard Registration Certificate (Preferred, not required)
• Arizona DPS Armed Security Guard Registration Certificate (Preferred, not required)

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of experience is required in one of the following areas:
• Armed Security
• Law Enforcement
• Honorable Military Service in any component of the U.S. Armed Force

Education

• Must have one of the following education qualifications:
• High School Diploma from an accredited learning institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or as identified on a DD 214
• GED from an accredited learning institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or as identified on a DD 214
• Minimum of 60 related college credit hours from an accredited learning institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education