Armed Security Officer: Growth & Training

Allied Universal; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Flexible scheduling

Paid training programs

Employee discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring an Armed Security Officer for commercial buildings in a security-focused role. You will safeguard clients across industries including commercial real estate, healthcare, education, and government, while upholding site-specific policies and emergency procedures.

You will perform robust patrols, respond calmly to incidents, and deliver high-quality customer service. The role may require licensing, background checks, and a valid driver's license for driving posts.

Qualifications

• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience.
• Background check required by law; criminal histories considered per applicable laws.
• Drug screening required where law permits.
• Licensing requirements may be required by state/local laws.
• A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out safety and security procedures and emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem solving manner.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter; site conditions vary by client.

Skills

Customer service

Emergency response

Patrols

Situational awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Allied Universal is hiring an Armed Security Officer for commercial buildings in a security-focused role. You will safeguard clients across industries including commercial real estate, healthcare, education, and government, while upholding site-specific policies and emergency procedures.

You will perform robust patrols, respond calmly to incidents, and deliver high-quality customer service. The role may require licensing, background checks, and a valid driver's license for driving posts.