Armed Security Specialist — Flexible Hours & Growth

Allied Universal; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Flexible schedules

Ongoing paid training

Employee discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking an Armed Security Officer in Lake Charles, LA to protect clients across industries, including commercial real estate, healthcare, education, and government. The role requires armed credentials, 21+ age, and a valid driver’s license.

It offers full-time hours with a compensation of $18.00 per hour and opportunities for training and advancement. Responsibilities include customer service, following site policies, incident response, and regular patrols.

Qualifications

• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience.
• Background check required by policy and law.
• Drug screen required, as permitted by law.
• Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
• Licensing requirements may be required prior to employment.
• Valid driver’s license required for driving roles.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service by carrying out safety and security procedures and emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents calmly and solve problems.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter; vary by client site.

Skills

Customer service

Patrols

Calm under pressure

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Allied Universal is seeking an Armed Security Officer in Lake Charles, LA to protect clients across industries, including commercial real estate, healthcare, education, and government. The role requires armed credentials, 21+ age, and a valid driver’s license.

It offers full-time hours with a compensation of $18.00 per hour and opportunities for training and advancement. Responsibilities include customer service, following site policies, incident response, and regular patrols.