Cleared Security Officer for Government Site

AUS; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k plans

Ongoing paid training

Employee discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a Cleared Security Officer (Clearance Eligible) for a government site in California. This full-time role offers $25.42 hourly and requires a DoD-appropriate clearance or eligibility.

You will protect personnel, property, and information while following site-specific protocols and training programs. The position emphasizes patrols, guest escorts, incident reporting, and emergency response.

Qualifications

• Must have strong written and oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to obtain DoD position appropriate clearance; national security eligibility.
• Licensing requirements depend on state/local laws.
• Minimum of three years security experience on a DoD-cleared site or prior military experience.
• Intermediate computer skills to operate wireless technology at client sites.
• Preferred bachelor’s degree or higher in Criminal Justice, Business, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality security services, safeguarding personnel, property, and information with professionalism.
• Conduct patrols on foot, bicycle, or vehicle to protect people, assets, and sensitive information.
• Greet guests and employees; escort visitors and contractors to secure entry/exit points.
• Follow site-specific manuals and post orders; report safety concerns and incidents to client and security personnel.
• Respond to alarms and emergencies; act as first responder when needed.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree or higher in Criminal Justice / related field

Job description

Allied Universal is hiring a Cleared Security Officer (Clearance Eligible) for a government site in California. This full-time role offers $25.42 hourly and requires a DoD-appropriate clearance or eligibility.

You will protect personnel, property, and information while following site-specific protocols and training programs. The position emphasizes patrols, guest escorts, incident reporting, and emergency response.