Residential Security Specialist – Boca Raton, FL

Silent Professionals; Florida; On-site; USD 90,967 - 119,362; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Benefits Package

Reliable year-round work

Job summary

A private security firm is seeking a Residential Security Specialist in Boca Raton, FL, to ensure the safety of a client's residence. Candidates must have prior U.S. military experience, a valid Florida security license, and certifications in first aid and CPR. The role offers a daily salary of $570 along with full benefits and a predictable work schedule. Strong interpersonal skills and physical fitness are essential. This is a direct hire position that promises stable, year-round work.

Qualifications

• Must have prior U.S. military experience in relevant roles.
• Must hold a valid Florida Class D Unarmed Security Guard license.
• Demonstrate competency in the use of a firearm and pass a proficiency test.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the residence and surrounding grounds.
• Conduct routine patrols of the property.
• Respond to alarms or disturbances.
• Coordinate with local law enforcement if necessary.

Skills

Prior U.S. military experience

Excellent interpersonal skills

Physically fit

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

Competency in use of a firearm

Education

Valid Florida Class D Unarmed Security Guard license

Current First Aid certification

Current CPR/AED certification

Job description

Residential Security Specialist – Boca Raton, FL

Job Type: Employee (F/T) | Location: Boca Raton, FL | Salary: $570/day + Full Benefits Package

Job ID: 157613

Job Description

Location: Boca Raton, FL

Start date: Immediate

Pay: $570/day (12-hour shifts) + Full Benefits Package

Employment Type: Employee (W-2)

Schedule: 2 days on / 4 days off rotation

This is a direct hire position for long-term W-2 employment with a private UHNW client. The Residential Security Specialists maintain a safe and secure environment at the client’s private residence, working independently during assigned shifts with constant situational awareness of the residence, grounds, and surrounding area.

[Note: This position provides reliable, year-round work on a fixed rotation, offering greater predictability and stability.]

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monitor the residence and surrounding grounds using physical observation and camera systems.
• Conduct routine patrols of the property and immediate perimeter.
• Respond to alarms, disturbances, or suspicious activity.
• Coordinate with local law enforcement or emergency services when necessary.
• Maintain awareness of neighborhood activity and potential security concerns.
• Provide professional presence and deterrence appropriate to a private residential environment.
• Render first aid or emergency assistance if required.
• Maintain professional shift documentation and provide clear handover notes to the next agent to ensure continuity of security operations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have prior U.S. military experience. Relevant backgrounds include former Infantry (11B, 0311), USMC Embassy Guards (8156), Recon (0321, 0326), Scout Snipers (0317), or comparable combat arms backgrounds.
• Must hold at least a valid Florida Class D Unarmed Security Guard license at application and be willing to obtain a Florida Class G Firearms License prior to employment if competitive.
• Have some prior security experience in residential security or executive protection.
• Must have completed an advanced driving/vehicle dynamics course from a reputable school.
• Must reside within ~30 miles or ~1-hour drive of Boca Raton, FL or be willing to relocate at own expense.
• Demonstrate competency in use of a firearm and pass a firearms proficiency test.
• Current First Aid certification.
• Current CPR/AED certification.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Physically fit (military or military contracting standards) with clean, professional appearance.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior U.S. military SOF, particularly those with strong medical backgrounds (18D, 1T2X1).
• Prior U.S. military combat arms specialties with additional law enforcement or federal agency backgrounds.
• Any active professional medical licenses (e.g., EMT-P, P.A., R.N., M.D., etc.).
• Prior experience supporting UHNW Principals.
• Experience with executives in energy sector or professional sports sector.
• Experience conducting residential security assessments.
• Active maritime licenses (U.S.C.G. captain’s licenses, TWIC, U.S.C.G. maritime security certifications, STCW).
• Foreign language proficiency in Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, or Spanish.
• LEOSA (H.R. 218) qualified.