Front Desk Security Officer – DoD Secret Clearance

Allied Universal; Linthicum (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Health Benefits

Retirement Plan

Job summary

Allied Universal, North America’s leading security and facility services company, is hiring a Security Officer Full Time Reception Driver with DoD Secret clearance for our Linthicum Heights, MD location. You will staff the front desk, verify IDs, manage access, monitor cameras, and respond calmly to incidents while representing a professional, customer-focused posture.

This full-time role offers a daytime schedule, competitive pay at $23.19 per hour, and benefits including health and retirement

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of security-related experience.
• Active DoD Secret Clearance is required.
• A valid driver’s license is required per Allied Universal policy.
• State/county/city security license is preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background investigation required by applicable laws.
• Criminal histories considered in accordance with applicable laws.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may be required prior to employment.
• Driver license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and contractors by carrying out security-related procedures and site-specific policies.
• Staff the front desk and manage visitor access by verifying identification and issuing credentials.
• Monitor access points, cameras, alarms, and other systems and report concerns.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations calmly and escalate as needed.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate professionally with site personnel and leadership.

Skills

Security experience

DoD security clearance

Customer service

Access control

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Security license preferred

Job description

Allied Universal, North America’s leading security and facility services company, is hiring a Security Officer Full Time Reception Driver with DoD Secret clearance for our Linthicum Heights, MD location. You will staff the front desk, verify IDs, manage access, monitor cameras, and respond calmly to incidents while representing a professional, customer-focused posture.

This full-time role offers a daytime schedule, competitive pay at $23.19 per hour, and benefits including health and retirement