Armed Security Officer Full Time Operations

Allied Universal; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Benefits Package

Perks Program

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring an Armed Security Officer for our Austin operations. The role is full-time, day shift, Monday-Thursday 7:00 AM–3:00 PM, at a technology, media, and telecommunications site.

You will provide customer service, enforce site policies, respond to incidents, patrol perimeters, monitor access points, and document activities for supervision. Applicants must have 3+ years in law enforcement or armed security, Texas Level III Armed Certification, pass background checks and drug

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Military Police Officer, Corrections Officer, Armed Security Professional, or equivalent.
• Type a minimum of 40 words per minute.
• Texas Level III Armed Certification is required.
• Background check and drug screening will be conducted.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service and enforce site policies at a technology, media, and telecommunications location.
• Respond to incidents and escalate per procedures.
• Perform regular and random patrols of perimeter, entry points, and common areas.
• Monitor access points and visitor activity per site requirements.
• Document observations and communicate with supervision and site contacts.

Skills

Customer service

Patrol

Report writing

Typing 40 wpm

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Alarm panels

Armed certification

Job description

Armed Security Officer Full Time Operations

Job Locations

US-TX-Austin

Job Details

Category (Portal Searching): Security Officer Level

Workdays Available: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

Shifts Available: Morning

Business Unit: AUS

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $30.00 / Hour

Job Schedule

• Mon 07:00 AM - 03:00 PM
• Tue 07:00 AM - 03:00 PM
• Wed 07:00 AM - 03:00 PM
• Thur 07:00 AM - 03:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security‑related procedures, site‑specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a technology, media, and telecommunications location.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner, following established escalation and reporting procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of the business, perimeter, entry points, and common areas to help identify and report unusual activity or potential concerns.
• Monitor access points, visitor activity, and assigned areas in accordance with site‑specific requirements.
• Document observations, incidents, and completed patrols accurately and communicate relevant information to Allied Universal supervision and site contacts.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess 3+ years of experience as a Military Police Officer, Corrections Officer, Armed Security Professional, or be a certified law enforcement graduate.
• Type a minimum of 40 words per minute.
• Possess a Level III Armed Certification in Texas.
• Alarm panel experience is preferred.
• An Armed Guard Card or License is preferred.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.
• Allied Universal will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws.
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
• A valid driver's license will be required for driving positions only.

Why Join Us:

• Smart Tools: Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Career Growth: Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Financial and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Allied Universal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com.

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.C15802

Requisition ID

2026-1672721