Armed Security Officer: Visible Protection & Rapid Response

Securitas US Business Unit; Bluffton (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Securitas is seeking an Armed Security Officer to protect employees, visitors, and property at a Bluffton, SC site. You will conduct patrols, monitor access points, and respond to incidents while maintaining a professional security presence.

The role requires state licensing, completion of firearms training, and strong observation, communication, and reporting skills. You will collaborate with supervisors and emergency responders, and contribute to a safe, customer-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Must meet all state requirements to work as an armed security officer.
• Must successfully complete required firearms training and maintain qualifications.
• Strong observation, communication, and report-writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a visible armed security presence to deter unauthorized activity, theft, vandalism, and other security concerns.
• Conduct routine foot and/or vehicle patrols of buildings, parking areas, entrances, and property perimeters.
• Monitor entrances and exits and verify employee, visitor, vendor, and contractor access as required.
• Respond to alarms, disturbances, suspicious activity, safety concerns, and emergency situations.
• Observe and report security violations, hazards, unusual activity, and potential threats.
• Follow established procedures for contacting supervisors, law enforcement, fire, or emergency medical services when necessary.
• Use verbal communication and de-escalation techniques to manage difficult or disruptive situations.
• Maintain radio or telephone communication with other security personnel and site management.
• Complete accurate daily activity reports, incident reports, patrol logs, and other required documentation.
• Assist employees, visitors, and contractors while providing professional customer service.
• Secure doors, gates, restricted areas, and other designated access points.
• Follow emergency procedures for evacuations, severe weather, fires, medical emergencies, and other incidents.
• Maintain control and accountability of assigned security equipment.
• Carry and maintain assigned firearm and equipment in accordance with company policy, training requirements, and applicable laws.
• Immediately report any security, safety, or equipment concerns to the appropriate supervisor.
• Perform additional security duties as required by site post orders.

Skills

Observation

Communication

Report-writing

Customer-service

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Securitas is seeking an Armed Security Officer to protect employees, visitors, and property at a Bluffton, SC site. You will conduct patrols, monitor access points, and respond to incidents while maintaining a professional security presence.

The role requires state licensing, completion of firearms training, and strong observation, communication, and reporting skills. You will collaborate with supervisors and emergency responders, and contribute to a safe, customer-focused environment.