Armed Security Officer - Government Facility Patrol

Allied Universal; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 46,000 - 47,000; Full time

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Job summary

Allied Universal, North America’s leading security and facility services company, is seeking an Armed Security Officer in Miami, FL. You will provide customer service, conduct armed patrols, monitor access points, and respond to incidents at government facilities.

The role requires a Baton Certification and Guard/Armed Guard Licenses where applicable, with a focus on safety, integrity, and professional presence in diverse environments.

Qualifications

• DD214 with Honorable Discharge or Police/Corrections Academy Certificate; associate degree or 60 college credits.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Guard Card or license is preferred.
• Baton Certification is preferred.
• Armed Guard Card or license is preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years old for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check and drug screen as required by law.
• Licensing requirements depend on state/local laws; driving license if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and the public while following site procedures and access-control protocols.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, alarms, and critical situations calmly and coordinate with public-service personnel.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of buildings, grounds, and perimeter to deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points, verify entry, report suspicious activity and hazards per site procedures.
• Prepare accurate daily activity reports and incident documentation with professional presence across environments.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Armed security patrol

Incident response

Education

Police Academy Certificate

Corrections Academy Certificate

Associate degree or 60 college credits

Tools

Guard Card

Armed Guard Card

Baton Certification

Job description

Allied Universal, North America’s leading security and facility services company, is seeking an Armed Security Officer in Miami, FL. You will provide customer service, conduct armed patrols, monitor access points, and respond to incidents at government facilities.

The role requires a Baton Certification and Guard/Armed Guard Licenses where applicable, with a focus on safety, integrity, and professional presence in diverse environments.