Cleared Armed Security Officer

Patriot Group International LLC.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Patriot Group International Inc. (PGI) is seeking a Cleared Armed Security Officer for a 12-hour Panama Schedule in the Phoenix, AZ area.

The role reports to the Site Manager and involves guarding data center facilities against threats while adhering to PGI and client policies. Requirements include TS/SCI clearance, high school diploma or GED, US citizenship, English fluency, and valid Arizona security credentials.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School diploma or GED.
• At least 1 year of security, law enforcement, or 2 years in the US Armed Forces.
• Must be 21+ years old and able to obtain AZ Security Guard License.
• Must pass drug screening and background checks.
• U.S. Citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and improve knowledge of post orders and conduct policies.
• Prevent unauthorized access by enforcing client and PGI policies and badges.
• Provide protection for personnel and property within the site area.
• Respond to incidents and alarms per post orders and procedures.
• Monitor cameras and electronic surveillance systems.
• Guide and direct individuals around the site.
• Control locks and access points and inspect areas.
• Perform testing of alarms, locks, and access controls.

Skills

English fluency

Security/military experience

Handgun proficiency

US citizenship

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Lenel access control system

Firearms training

Job description

Position Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Work Location: Phoenix, AZ

Clearance: TS/SCI

Shift: 12-HourPanama Schedule (Days/Nights)

Patriot Group International Inc. (PGI), voted #1 Best Place to Work by Virginia Business Magazine and the Best Companies Group, offers an unrivaled hybrid of specialized services by combining security and risk management disciplines with a special operations and intelligence perspective.

We are looking to hire a Cleared Armed Security Officer to join our team in the Phoenix, AZ area, where we provide data center security solutions that protect client applications and data from increasingly sophisticated threats and global attacks. This position reports to the PGI Site Manager.

The Cleared Armed Security Officer will be responsible for the following:

• The Cleared Armed Security Officer will develop, maintain, and continuously improve knowledge of written and oral post orders, policies, procedures, and standards of conduct.
• Prevent all unauthorized access by enforcing all Client and PGI policies, including implementing and enforcing badging policies, controlling physical locks and keys, and inspecting persons and equipment.
• Provide security protection for all Client and PGI personnel and property within the assigned area of responsibility.
• Report or respond to incidents, security, and safety concerns per established post orders, including responding to alarms.
• Monitor security cameras and other electronic surveillance systems.
• Guide, follow, and direct individuals throughout the Site.
• Assist in controlling physical and electronic locks and unlocking and locking doors and areas.
• The Cleared Armed Security Officer will perform testing and other inspection services related to access control, including routine inspections, and testing of alarms, locks, doors, monitoring systems, and other access control mechanisms.
• Prevent the theft of physical or intellectual property.
• Assist in promoting communication and awareness of data center security policies to client employees, vendors, contractors, and others.
• The Cleared Armed Security Officer will maintain standards of Armed Security Officer competency, conduct, appearance, and integrity, including compliance with PGI and the Client’s Code of Conduct and Uniform Policy
• Execute and deliver various reports assigned by the Site Manager
• Complete and maintain pre-assignment, client, State, and PGI sustainment training as directed.
• Assist in collateral duties, including but not limited to armory and security equipment maintenance tasks.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Must have a High School diploma or GED.
• A minimum of one (1) year of security, or one year of local, state, or federal law enforcement experience; or a minimum of two (2) years of honorable military service, active or reserve, in any branch of the US Armed Forces
• A minimum of 21 years of age
• Ability to complete Arizona Security Guard License, including the application process, fingerprints, and background investigation.
• Ability to complete a firearms training course in compliance with Arizona DPS Security Guard License and conduct regularly scheduled sustainment training.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must fluently speak, read, comprehend, and write in English.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening and periodic random drug screening throughout the duration of employment.
• U.S. Citizenship

Required Security Clearance

• Minimum of a US Government TS/SCI

Preferred Qualifications

• Current Arizona DPS Security Guard License
• Two (2) years of security, military, or law enforcement experience
• Demonstrated history of safe and successful security operations experience in highly secure facilities
• General working knowledge of the Lenel access control system
• Handgun weapons proficiency

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to bend at the waist, knees, and waist.
• Must have the physical ability to perform a variety of training functions.
• Ability to walk on uneven surfaces, walk long distances on a training facility, and operate equipment.
• Must be physically capable of standing a 12-hour post.

Patriot Group International Inc. is a global mission support service provider with expeditionary capabilities, providing services to select clients within the intelligence, defense, and private sectors. PGI is a veteran-owned and operated company with experience performing in over 50 countries, including austere and high-threat environments.

DISCLAIMER

Patriot Group International Inc. is proud to be an Affirmitve Action/Equal Opportunity Employer - Veteran, Disability . PGI provides equal employment opportunity for all persons in all facets of employment. PGI maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks.

http://patriotgroupinternational.com/