Night Unarmed Security Officer | Patrol & Access Control

Allied Universal; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart tools access

Career growth training

Retirement + health benefits

Perks program discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer (Full Time Unarmed Patrol) in Sterling, VA to protect people and property at a technology/data site. You will perform unarmed patrols, monitor access and respond to incidents, while delivering excellent customer service in a professional manner.

The role requires 1 year of security experience, basic access-control skills, and the ability to work night shifts. Allied Universal offers growth, benefits, and a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of security-related experience is required.
• Alarm panel experience is preferred.
• Possession of a guard card or license is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.
• Allied Universal will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws.
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
• A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service while following security procedures, site policies, and emergency response when needed.
• Respond to incidents, access concerns, and critical situations in a calm, professional manner, escalating according to site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of the facility, grounds, parking areas, and perimeter.
• Monitor access points and visitor activity, verify credentials, and maintain logs.
• Communicate professionally with employees, contractors, visitors, and emergency responders.

Skills

Security-related experience

Alarm panel experience

Access control and badge experience

Comfort using a computer or tablet

Age requirement (18+ unarmed / 21+ for

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer (Full Time Unarmed Patrol) in Sterling, VA to protect people and property at a technology/data site. You will perform unarmed patrols, monitor access and respond to incidents, while delivering excellent customer service in a professional manner.

The role requires 1 year of security experience, basic access-control skills, and the ability to work night shifts. Allied Universal offers growth, benefits, and a collaborative team environment.