Armed Security Officer - Mass.

The Hana Group; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & welfare benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Job summary

The Hana Group seeks an experienced Armed Security Officer to safeguard the USS Constitution location and provide excellent customer service to visitors. You will control access points, patrol, deter threats, and respond decisively to incidents while upholding discipline and integrity.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in armed security (or 2 years in the US Armed Forces), proficiency with 9mm and AR-15, and the ability to obtain a DoD clearance.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
• Experience: 3+ years as Armed Security Officer or 2 years in US Armed Forces
• Must be proficient using firearms (9mm and AR-15)
• Age: at least 21 or honorably discharged veteran
• Background: no felonies or domestic violence convictions
• Proof of legal residency: U.S. citizen

Responsibilities

• Protect military installations, personnel, and assets from threats
• Conduct entry control and identification checks
• Perform perimeter and facility patrols
• Respond to alarms, emergencies, and incidents
• Execute emergency procedures during heightened alert
• Handle firearms responsibly and maintain proficiency
• Complete logs, reports, and documentation
• Interact professionally with personnel and visitors
• Support Hana’s mission and uphold standards

Skills

Ethics & integrity

Situational awareness

Customer service

Professional demeanor

Team-oriented

Flexible schedule

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Firearms proficiency (9mm & AR-15)

Job description

Description

Hana, We Don’t Just Provide Security — We Protect What Protects Us

Every post, every patrol, every decision matters. If you are an experienced Security Officer who takes pride in professionalism, discipline, service, and integrity, join a team where your commitment helps secure the front lines of our nation’s defense.

For over 20 years, Hana has proudly provided trusted officers to the Department of Defense, safeguarding military bases, personnel, and critical facilities. Our Armed Security Officers are the front line of safety, ensuring those who defend our nation can carry out their missions confidently and without interruption. With Hana’s extensive security experience, you’ll have the training, standards, and team support to succeed in this vital role.

Position Summary

As an Armed Security Officer working at our USS Constitution location, you are responsible for safeguarding the site, while also providing excellent customer service to its visitors. You will control access points, perform patrols, detect and deter unauthorized activity, and respond decisively to potential threats. Your professionalism, alertness, and sound judgment ensure order, safety, and mission readiness at secured military installations.

Key Responsibilities

• Protect military installations, personnel, and assets from unauthorized access, sabotage, theft, or other threats
• Conduct entry control and identification checks to verify authorized personnel, vehicles, and equipment
• Perform perimeter and facility patrols to detect and deter suspicious or unlawful activity
• Respond promptly and effectively to alarms, emergencies, and incidents
• Execute emergency procedures to secure the base during heightened alert conditions
• Handle firearms responsibly, maintaining proficiency in accordance with company and regulatory standards
• Complete accurate logs, reports, and documentation of security activities
• Interact professionally with military personnel, visitors, and fellow officers
• Support Hana’s mission and uphold company standards of ethics, integrity, and professional excellence at all times.

What you bring

• High standards of ethics, integrity, and dependability Dedication and sense of pride in your work
• Strong situational awareness and ability to remain calm under pressure
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal communication skills
• Professional demeanor and appearance (meets military requirements)
• Team-oriented and safety-conscious
• Ability to work varied days/schedules – to include nights, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience working as an Armed Security Officer (commercial or law enforcement) in the last five (5) years; or minimum of two (2) years of honorable service as a member of any US Armed Forces
• Must be proficient using firearms (9mm and AR-15)
• Age: Be at least 21 years of age or be an honorably discharged veteran
• Background: Must not have felony convictions and no convictions for domestic violence crime
• Proof of Legal Residency: Must be a U.S. citizen. Dual citizenship is prohibited
• Communication: Speak and be literate in English to the extent of writing, reading and understanding printed regulations, orders, instructions, etc

Licensure / Clearance

• Possess a valid current state-issued driver’s license
• Have current or able to acquire Class A Large Capacity License to Carry Firearms
• Have current or is able to obtain a DoD Clearance

Job Qualifications: Successfully meet all of the following

• Pass Drug Test
• Psychological Testing Requirement: CPI/ MMPI tests
• Medical Health Evaluation : Physical exam, Visual, Auditory
• Physical Abilities Test: 1.5 mile run in less than 17.30 min/ 19 push-ups in 2 min
• Be able to wear duty belt (20lbs), stand, walk, run, remain alert.

Training Academy (paid): Upon Hire, must be available to successfully complete mandatory 2-week training. Includes classroom, tactical, firearms range, OC/ Baton, CPR/ First Aid

Compensation & Benefit s

During Training Academy, you will be paid at a training rate.

Upon successfully completing all requirements of the position, you will be paid as an Armed Security Officer at:

Hourly Pay: $26.23 + Health & Welfare earnings per hour

• Comprehensive benefits options -medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability, supplemental life, Flexible Spending Accounts, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Employee Assistance Programs, Group Accident, + More!
• 401(k) retirement plan with contributions
• Paid Holidays, vacation and sick leave

Hana provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.