Armed Security Response Specialist

Financialjobbank; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Universal Enhanced Protection Services is seeking an Armed Security Response Team (SRT) Agent in Boston, MA to deliver professional protective security services for a designated client. The role demands strong risk assessment, rapid-response capability, and high discretion in a dynamic corporate environment.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent communication, leadership, and operational readiness, while maintaining a low-profile presence and coordinating with security

Qualifications

• Be a U.S. citizen.
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Have a valid U.S. driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Have a minimum of five years of relevant experience in law enforcement, the military, or armed security.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of security operations, threat assessment, and protective security practices.
• Demonstrate a high level of handgun proficiency and meet all applicable firearms qualification requirements.
• Hold current First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications.
• Be able to obtain and maintain all required California security registrations, permits, firearms credentials, and other applicable licenses.
• Maintain the physical fitness, professional appearance, and operational readiness necessary to perform assigned duties.
• Be available to work scheduled 8-hour shifts and accommodate nights, weekends, holidays, and schedule changes when required.
• Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication, analytical thinking, and report-writing skills.
• Possess working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrate integrity, sound judgment, discretion, reliability, and the ability to protect confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional armed protection for designated personnel, property, and client interests.
• Maintain situational awareness and identify potential security threats, risks, and vulnerabilities.
• Conduct ongoing security assessments and implement appropriate protective measures.
• Perform static and mobile security assignments, including rapid-response duties as directed.
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, client representatives, and security program stakeholders.
• Maintain regular communication with SRT management and provide timely operational updates.
• Safeguard sensitive information, personnel, facilities, and confidential client matters.
• Follow established procedures, contractual requirements, and the designated SOW.
• Participate in ongoing training, operational readiness activities, and professional development.
• Coordinate with local law enforcement and relevant emergency responders when appropriate.
• Operate motor vehicles safely and in compliance with applicable laws and organizational policies.
• Prepare accurate daily activity logs, incident reports, and after-action reports.
• Provide guidance, coaching, and mentoring to unarmed security personnel regarding professional security practices.
• Support a culture of de-escalation, conflict resolution, customer service, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Security operations

Threat assessment

Protective security

Communication

Teamwork

Situation awareness

Report writing

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Allied Universal Enhanced Protection Services is seeking an Armed Security Response Team (SRT) Agent in Boston, MA to deliver professional protective security services for a designated client. The role demands strong risk assessment, rapid-response capability, and high discretion in a dynamic corporate environment.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent communication, leadership, and operational readiness, while maintaining a low-profile presence and coordinating with security