DoD-Cleared Security Officer – Front Desk (Aerospace)

Allied Universal; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer - DoD Clearance Required in Carlsbad, CA. The role includes front-desk duties, access control, visitor management, and delivering exceptional customer service at an aerospace/defense location.

The position is full-time with a pay rate of $24.67 per hour. A DoD clearance and security-related experience are required, with background checks and drug screening as per policy.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of security-related experience.
• Active DoD Secret Clearance required.
• Guard card/license preferred.
• Access control and badge experience preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet.
• Age 18+ (armed) or 21+ (unarmed).
• Background check required by law.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and contractors per site policies.
• Greet visitors, verify IDs, manage access credentials, and log visitors.
• Answer calls, provide information, and relay arrivals to staff.
• Monitor front-desk activity and alarm systems; report issues.
• Respond calmly to incidents following emergency procedures.

Skills

Security experience

Customer service

Front desk procedures

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Access control systems

Job description

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer - DoD Clearance Required in Carlsbad, CA. The role includes front-desk duties, access control, visitor management, and delivering exceptional customer service at an aerospace/defense location.

The position is full-time with a pay rate of $24.67 per hour. A DoD clearance and security-related experience are required, with background checks and drug screening as per policy.