Armed Security Officer – Growth & Training

BTI Security; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

BTI Security is seeking qualified Armed Security Officers to protect federal, state, and commercial sites in Washington, DC. You will patrol, monitor access, and report daily activities and incidents, using magnetometer and X-ray equipment as needed.

Candidates must hold a valid DC Armed Security Guard Card/permit and have two years of armed security experience. Strong English skills and customer-service orientation required. This is a full-time role reporting to the Project Manager.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associates degree preferred.
• Two years of verifiable armed security officer experience.
• Must hold DC Armed Security Guard Card/permit (DC).
• Must hold DC Armed SPO, OC aerosol spray, Baton.
• Knowledge of security industry and customer service mindset.
• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Patrol assigned posts and monitor exterior and interior areas.
• Control access for employees and visitors; manage departures.
• Monitor surveillance cameras for incidents or disturbances.
• Prepare detailed daily activity and incident reports.
• Operate magnetometer and X-ray equipment as required.
• Communicate clearly using provided radios.
• Provide CPR/First Aid when needed.
• Maintain credentials per contract requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor or Project Manager.

Skills

Patrolling

Access control

Surveillance

English proficiency

Report writing

Two-way radios

CPR/First Aid

Reading & interpretation of procedures

Magnetometer/X-ray use

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associates Degree

2+ years college

Tools

Magnetometer

X-ray machines

Two-way radios

Job description

BTI Security is seeking qualified Armed Security Officers to protect federal, state, and commercial sites in Washington, DC. You will patrol, monitor access, and report daily activities and incidents, using magnetometer and X-ray equipment as needed.

Candidates must hold a valid DC Armed Security Guard Card/permit and have two years of armed security experience. Strong English skills and customer-service orientation required. This is a full-time role reporting to the Project Manager.