Armed Security Officer — Memphis | $26/hr, Benefits

Alliedbarton Security Services; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring an Armed Security Officer in Memphis, Tennessee. This full-time position offers starting pay of $26.00 per hour and a variety of shifts including morning, afternoon, evening, and overnight.

You will provide high‑quality security services, patrol the facility, enforce rules, and respond to alarms or emergencies. Requires 3+ years of security, military, or law enforcement experience or an Associate Degree in Criminal Justice; 21+ years old.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment
• Minimum of three (3) years of law enforcement, military, or private armed security experience
• Minimum of 21 years of age (or higher if required by the state)
• Excellent communication skills; able to articulate and write clear and concise incident or situation reports
• Able to complete all range qualifications and functions
• Associate's degree or higher In Criminal Justice, Business, or a related field

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality security services, safeguarding personnel, property, and information
• Conduct patrols within and around the facility on foot, bicycle, or vehicle to ensure the protection of people, assets, and sensitive or classified information
• Preserve order and enforces rules, regulations, and directives for the viability of the site
• Maintains proficiency in the use of all assigned protective equipment, restraint devices and weapons.
• Greet guests and employees, assisting where appropriate; escort visitors and contractors, secure ingress and egress points, secure classified information
• Follow site-specific performance manuals and post orders, reporting safety concerns, security breaches, and unusual circumstances via written and verbal communication; interact with client and/or other security personnel regarding order execution when appropriate
• Respond to and assessments security alarms or emergency alarms; act as a first responder in emergency situations and provide first aid as necessary

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Situational awareness

Teamwork

Education

Associate's Degree in Criminal Justice

Tools

DD214 Certification

Police Academy Certificate

60 College Credits

Job description

Allied Universal is hiring an Armed Security Officer in Memphis, Tennessee. This full-time position offers starting pay of $26.00 per hour and a variety of shifts including morning, afternoon, evening, and overnight.

You will provide high‑quality security services, patrol the facility, enforce rules, and respond to alarms or emergencies. Requires 3+ years of security, military, or law enforcement experience or an Associate Degree in Criminal Justice; 21+ years old.