Armed Security Officer - Firearms Certified

GSG Protective Services; Folsom (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Days

Long Term Disability

401K/403b Plan

Supplemental Insurance Options

Job summary

GSG Protective Services is seeking an Armed Security Officer to protect visitors and staff across posts in the Sacramento area. The role requires firearms certification and state permits, with duties including patrols, observation, reporting, and de-escalation of incidents.

You will collaborate with client staff and the GSG team, maintain professional conduct, and comply with post orders. A valid driver’s license, state security permits, and U.S. work eligibility are required.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver's license is required.
• Security Guard Permit as required by state law.
• Firearms Permit as required by state law.
• Chemical Weapons/Pepper Spray Permit as required by state law.
• 3 years security experience.
• Documents that establish identity.
• Documents that establish authorization to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety and security on the assigned post.
• Collaborate with GSG Protective Services and client staff.
• Observe and report activities on and around the post.
• De-escalate hostile or potentially hostile situations.
• Respond to emergencies calmly and follow policies.
• Patrol premises and control access points.
• Safely handle firearms and/or other weapons as permitted.
• Clock in/out and file reports using devices.

Skills

Active listening

Verbal communication

Written reports

Firearms handling

Observation

Patrol

Customer service

Tech literacy

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Armed Security Officer - Firearms Certified(Sacramento)

GSG Protective Services is a trusted security provider with a strong presence across the Southwest and Northeast United States. We offer high-quality, full-service security solutions with a commitment to safety, professionalism, and reliability. Our services include physical security, protective services, consulting, technology integration, and specialized training.

Led by a seasoned leadership team with decades of experience, we stand by our core values — Professionalism, Respect, Open Communication, Training & Education, Empowerment, Customer Service, and Teamwork (PROTECT). At GSG, we do more than provide security — we protect what matters most.

Job Skills / Requirements

GSG Protective Services is seeking Armed Security Officers to work a variety of sites and posts. Armed Security Officers will be responsible for maintaining the safety and security of Visitors and staff on the property assigned. Additional duties and responsibilities will be defined in the site-specific post orders.

Responsibilities

• Be alert and attentive while on duty to ensure personal safety and your ability to observe activities, irrelevant of working environment.
• Collaborate with all GSG Protective Services and client staff, irrelevant of position rank or title.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• Observe and report various activities on and around the assigned post.
• Practice all safety rules and procedures, at assigned post, as established by GSG Protective Services to ensure a safe and healthy work environment.
• Report designated activities and irregularities by submitting written and/or verbal reports.
• Making customer service a top priority – be pleasant and courteous while greeting all individuals.
• Receive and pass down relevant information from the officer you are relieving or being relieved by.
• Ability to respond to emergency situations in a calm manner, carry out policies related to the situation and respond to instructions with urgency as needed.
• Patrol the premises and/or control access points.
• De-escalate hostile or potentially hostile situations.
• Safely handle firearms and/or any other weapons authorized to carry.
• Clock in and out, log in and out for break and file reports using computer and smart phone apps.
• Additional essential duties will be defined in the Post Orders of the specific post for which the security officer is assigned.

Requirements

• Valid Driver's license
• Security Guard Permit as required by state law.
• Firearms Permit as required by state law.
• Chemical Weapons/Pepper Spray Permit as required by state law.
• 3 years security experience
• Documents that establish identity
• Documents that establish authorization to work in the U.S

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Listen, understand, summarize, transfer and retain basic instructions and detailed information.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; including the ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to maintain control of a firearm and/or other assigned weapons in a hostile situation.
• Ability to observe and report activity.
• Ability to walk or sit for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to write detailed reports.
• Ability to use computer and smart phone applications.

Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• High School Diploma or GED
• Knowledge of security operations and procedures
• Customer Service experience

Education Requirements (All)

High School Diploma

Certification Requirements (All)

Security Officer License
Firearms State Permit
Tear Gas/Pepper Spray Certification

Additional Information / Benefits

What We Expect

At GSG Protective Services, professionalism is a top priority. All team members are expected to follow a strict Code of Conduct, which includes:

Maintaining professional standards in dress and grooming

Respecting company property and equipment

Following all safety, health, and operational guidelines

Demonstrating respect, integrity, and confidentiality in every interaction

Equal Opportunity Employer

GSG Protective Services is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and consider all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Days
• Long Term Disability
• 401K/403b Plan
• Supplemental Insurance Options (accident, critical illness, hospital, etc.)

This job reports to the Account Manager and/or Operations Manager