DC Security Supervisor

Garda World Security; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Paid time off (PTO) and holidays

Disability coverage

Life insurance

Uniform provided

Job summary

GardaWorld Security Services in Washington, DC is seeking a Surveillance Security Officer to monitor CCTV and access control, respond to incidents, and maintain high levels of situational awareness across facility perimeters.

The role requires 4+ years in security/military/law enforcement, an active DC security license, and the ability to pass extensive screening. Competitive benefits accompany a full-time schedule with daytime hours.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent (GED).
• 4+ years of security, military, or law enforcement experience.
• Active DC security license.
• Must pass extensive screening including background check and drug screening.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Provide surveillance and monitoring across CCTV and access control.
• Maintain professional appearance, conduct, and communication.
• Write detailed incident reports promptly and accurately.
• Operate security systems and respond to alarms and emergencies.
• Ensure compliance with site orders, policies, and incident procedures.
• Maintain situational awareness of entrances, exits, and perimeters.

Skills

Screening process

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

4+ years security/military/law enforcement experience

Active DC security license

Job description

GardaWorld Security Services is Now Hiring a Surveillance Security Officer!

Ready to suit up as a Surveillance Security Guard?

What matters most about a role like this is your sharp eye, capturing every detail as you scan a series of screens. Tell us about your strong observation skills with attention to detail.

As a Security Officer – Surveillance, you will be the person spotting threats before they escalate in environments such as a security operations centers, call centers, parking gatehouses, etc.

• Site Location: Washington DC
• Scheduling is Mon-Fri 8am to 4pm. Full time. Must have 4 years of Security, Military, or Police management experience.
• Competitive hourly wage starting at $25.75/ Hr (DailyPay is available for GardaWorld employees!)
• A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, a 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions, paid time off (PTO) policy, paid holidays, disability coverage, and life insurance options (depending on how many hours worked and per contract)
• Career growth opportunities at GardaWorld
• Uniform provided at no cost

Responsibilities of Surveillance Security Guard

• Exceptional Customer Service and Front of House mindset
• Professionalism in appearance, conduct, and communication
• Effective oral and written communication skills (to include report writing)
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office
• Tech Savvy, comfortable learning intricate security and building systems
• Ability to multitask and prioritize
• Quick Learner
• Understand basic security principles
• Ability to remain calm and respond to incidents/elevated situations
• Maintain expert, up-to-date knowledge of all site-specific post orders, corporate policies, and security protocols through proactive and frequent operational reviews.
• Professionally navigate and utilize complex security operations systems, including digital ticketing platforms, designated email boxes, corporate messenger chats, and electronic incident reporting software.
• Author highly detailed, accurate, and legally robust incident reports immediately following any security anomalies, medical emergencies, or facility breaches.
• Manage high-volume access control and alarm monitoring systems, verify visitor identification, issue and print corporate badges, and strictly enforce building entry protocols to prevent tailgating.
• Conduct active CCTV camera monitoring and remain fully prepared to execute precise, immediate protocols upon receiving any system alarms or security alerts.
• Memorize and maintain a flawless understanding of response protocols for all system alerts, fire alarms, duress alarms, and emergency evacuation steps.
• Maintain seamless, professional radio and walkie-talkie communication, adhering to proper codes and clear transmission etiquette at all times.
• Execute strategic crowd control and monitoring measures during high-profile corporate events to ensure participant safety and orderly foot traffic.
• Maintain unwavering situational awareness and physical oversight of all facility entrances, exits, and perimeters while upholding strict uniform etiquette and a professional demeanor at all times.
• Successfully cross-train all officers across all security posts orders, posts, and desk roles, demonstrating total operational agility to seamlessly pivot between duties as required by the site.

Qualifications of Surveillance Security Guard

• You have a high school education or equivalent (GED)
• You’re able to ace (and pass) an extensive screening process including background check and drug screening
• You have Security, Military, and/or Law Enforcement experience of at least 4 years or more
• You have an active DC security license
• You are at least 21 years of age or older as required by applicable law or contractual requirements

In the United States, GardaWorld Security remains the only guarding security company to be Certified by Great Place to Work. 26% of our corporate employees started as frontline workers.

If you’re ambitious with an entrepreneurial spirit – someone who wants to be a GardaWorld Ambassador – a promising career awaits you!

GardaWorld Security is a global champion in sophisticated and tailored security solutions, employing and training highly skilled and dedicated professionals across the globe.

Not the job for you? Make sure to check out all our jobs! We also have concierge, surveillance, and even casual roles available.

It is the policy of GardaWorld Security Services to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability in accordance with applicable federal laws. In addition, GardaWorld Security Services complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to hiring, placement, assignment, promotion, termination, layoffs, recalls, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. It is also the policy of GardaWorld Security Services not to honor requests that employees be assigned on the basis of sex or any other classification protected by law, unless such request is based on a bona fide occupational qualification for that assignment.

License Number: 116404