Armed Security Officer (CCW)

Veterans Covert Protection Group; Atherton (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Overtime opportunities

Career advancement

Veteran-led leadership

Professional residential environment

Job summary

Veterans Covert Protection Group (VCPG) is seeking an armed security officer for a full-time overnight residential assignment in Atherton, California. You will maintain a visible protective presence, patrol the residence and grounds, monitor access, and respond calmly to incidents while following California laws and VCPG procedures.

Strong candidates will hold a valid California Guard Card and a CCW permit, plus an associate degree or equivalent experience.

Qualifications

• Valid California Guard Card.
• Valid California Concealed Carry Weapon (CCW) Permit.
• Associate degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Clean professional background suitable for an armed residential security assignment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to remain alert, attentive, and professional during overnight shifts.

Responsibilities

• Provide armed security for a private residential property during overnight hours.
• Conduct scheduled patrols of the residence and surrounding grounds.
• Monitor access points and verify authorized visitors, vendors, and contractors.
• Maintain situational awareness and proactively identify potential security concerns.
• Respond appropriately to incidents, emergencies, and suspicious activity.
• Complete accurate daily activity reports, incident reports, and shift logs.
• Communicate professionally with residents, guests, vendors, and fellow team members.
• Follow all California laws, BSIS regulations, and VCPG Standard Operating Procedures.
• Maintain weapon discipline, professional appearance, and uniform standards at all times.

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Job description

Company: Veterans Covert Protection Group (VCPG).
Location: Atherton, CA.
Job Type: Full-Time.
Compensation: $35.00–$40.00 per hour, with overtime opportunities.
Schedule: Thursday–Saturday, 7:00 PM–7:00 AM.

About Veterans Covert Protection Group:

Veterans Covert Protection Group (VCPG) is a veteran-led California security firm providing executive protection, corporate security, campus security, residential protection, and high-end event security services. We deliver professional, discreet, and reliable protection through a disciplined, intelligence-driven approach for corporate clients, educational institutions, and private clients.

Position Overview:

VCPG is seeking a professional, dependable, and highly motivated Armed Security Officer for a full-time overnight residential security assignment in Atherton, California. This is not a passive "observe and report" position. Successful candidates must demonstrate sound judgment, professionalism, accountability, and a service-oriented mindset while maintaining a visible yet respectful protective presence in a luxury residential environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide armed security for a private residential property during overnight hours.
• Conduct scheduled patrols of the residence and surrounding grounds.
• Monitor access points and verify authorized visitors, vendors, and contractors.
• Maintain situational awareness and proactively identify potential security concerns.
• Respond appropriately to incidents, emergencies, and suspicious activity.
• Complete accurate daily activity reports, incident reports, and shift logs.
• Communicate professionally with residents, guests, vendors, and fellow team members.
• Follow all California laws, BSIS regulations, and VCPG Standard Operating Procedures.
• Maintain weapon discipline, professional appearance, and uniform standards at all times.

Required Qualifications:

• Valid California Guard Card.
• Valid California Concealed Carry Weapon (CCW) Permit.
• Associate degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Clean professional background suitable for an armed residential security assignment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to remain alert, attentive, and professional during overnight shifts.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior law enforcement or military experience.
• Executive protection or residential security experience.
• Experience working in luxury residential, executive, or high-end customer service environments.
• Demonstrated reliability and strong work ethic.

Professional Standards:

• Professional appearance and impeccable uniform standards.
• Excellent report writing and documentation skills.
• High level of integrity, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Sound judgment and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Dependable, punctual, and accountable.

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly pay ($35.00–$40.00 per hour).
• Overtime opportunities.
• Opportunities for career advancement.
• Supportive, veteran-led leadership team.
• Opportunity to work in a professional residential security environment.