Armed Security Officer - All Shifts

Prosegur; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K/403b Plan

Job summary

Prosegur is seeking an Armed Security Officer to guard client assets and ensure safety at designated locations. The role requires vigilance, sound judgment, and strict adherence to security protocols.

This safety-sensitive position involves handling firearms with professionalism in high-stress situations. Responsibilities include patrolling, deterring threats, controlling access, emergency response, and accurate reporting.

Qualifications

• Experience in military police, law enforcement, corrections, or similar armed security role.
• Valid armed guard license where required by state law and firearms authorization.
• Knowledge of federal, state and local security regulations and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Regular patrols of assigned areas to identify risks and hazards.
• Deter, detect, and respond to security threats or incidents professionally.
• Control access points and monitor premises to prevent unauthorized entry.
• Provide emergency response and coordinate with law enforcement when needed.
• Maintain accurate incident reports and documentation.
• Interact with the public in a professional manner while enforcing site rules.
• Coordinate with local law enforcement or emergency personnel as needed.

Skills

Situational awareness

De-escalation skills

Public interaction

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Armed Security Officer - All Shifts(Guarding-USPS)

At Prosegur, we make our world safer by taking care of people and businesses while remaining at the forefront of innovation. Every day, we work to secure what our clients value most, from their families to their assets, from their reputation to their networks, and from their money to their cloud. As the 3rd largestsecurity services provider, our 175k+ team members in 36 countries combine and adapt global best practices to match the unique nature of each market we serve and partner with Electronic Security, Global Risk Services, CyberSecurity, and Remote Services (iSOC) divisions to create meaningful ‘Hybrid Security' solutions for Prospects.

Job Skills / Requirements

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled Armed Security Officer to protect client assets, ensure the safety of personnel, and maintain a secure environment at designated locations. This position requires vigilance, sound judgment under pressure, and strict adherence to all security protocols and regulations.

This role is considered safety-sensitive due to responsibilities involving public interaction, emergency response, and the authorized handling of firearms. Candidates must demonstrate professionalism, composure, and the ability to make responsible decisions in high-stress situations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct regular patrols of assigned areas to identify potential security risks or hazards
• Deter, detect, and respond to security threats or incidents professionally and appropriately
• Control access points and monitor premises to prevent unauthorized entry
• Provide emergency response including de-escalation, detainment support, or coordination with law enforcement when required
• Maintain accurate incident reports and documentation
• Interact with the public in a professional and respectful manner while enforcing site rules
• Coordinate with local law enforcement or emergency personnel as needed

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Experience: Prior experience in Military Police, law enforcement, corrections, or comparable armed security role required
• Licensing: Valid armed guard license where required by state law
• o Legal authorization to carry and operate a firearm in accordance with applicable regulations
• Regulatory Compliance: Understanding of applicable federal, state, and local security and firearm regulations
• Schedule Flexibility: Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays

Post-Offer Employment Requirements

Employment offers for this position are contingent upon successful completion of all post-offer requirements applicable to this safety-sensitive role. These requirements are applied uniformly to all candidates in this job category and may include:

• Background investigation
• Verification of credentials and licenses
• Role-related fitness-for-duty assessment conducted by a qualified third-party professional

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active or recent federal security clearance
• Prior experience protecting federal or critical infrastructure sites
• Training in conflict resolution, crisis response, or security management

Preferred Skills:

• Strong situational awareness and attention to detail
• Effective verbal communication and de-escalation skills
• Professional judgment and emotional composure in high-pressure situations
• Ability to document incidents clearly and accurately

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, and patrol for extended periods
• Ability to respond to incidents that may require physical engagement
• Ability to lift or move objects up to 50 lbs as needed

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Education Requirements (All)

High School Diploma

Certification Requirements (All)

Armed Security License
Driver's License

Additional Information / Benefits

Prosegur is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, the status of being transgender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

• Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, 401K/403b Plan

This job reports to the Logan Rivers

This is a Full-Time position1st Shift, 2nd Shift, 3rd Shift, Weekends.

Number of Openings for this position: 10