Armed Security Specialist - On-Site & Investigations

Pinkerton; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

AD&D

Medical insurance

Health Savings Account

Flexible Savings Account

Dental

Vision

Disability insurance

401(K)

Paid time off

Job summary

Pinkerton in Columbus, OH is seeking an armed security professional to protect clients and events. The role emphasizes integrity, vigilance, and exceptional service while following Pinkerton licensing requirements.

The agent will handle client-site security, de-escalation, incident reporting, investigations, access control, CCTV, alarms, and crisis response, with travel as needed and strict adherence to safety protocols. An On-site, full-time posting with competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with law enforcement or military background.
• 5+ years of armed security experience; OPOTA license and CCW required.
• Completion of Pinkerton licensing process with potential license verification.

Responsibilities

• Represent Pinkerton’s values of integrity, vigilance, and excellence.
• Provide concierge-level security at client locations or events.
• Deescalate tense situations and write incident reports.
• Conduct investigations and prepare investigative reports.
• Oversee campus drop-offs/pickups and perimeter patrols.
• Deliver crisis response and emergency planning support.
• Transport clients to/from locations as assigned.
• Review CCTV, manage access control, respond to alarms.
• Identify equipment deficiencies and address issues.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Investigations

Access control

Problem solving

Cross-cultural

Verbal/written comms

MS Office

Military/Law enforcement exp

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Access control systems

CCTV

Alarm monitoring

Microsoft Office

Job description

Pinkerton in Columbus, OH is seeking an armed security professional to protect clients and events. The role emphasizes integrity, vigilance, and exceptional service while following Pinkerton licensing requirements.

The agent will handle client-site security, de-escalation, incident reporting, investigations, access control, CCTV, alarms, and crisis response, with travel as needed and strict adherence to safety protocols. An On-site, full-time posting with competitive hourly pay.