Security Alarm Dispatcher-12:00pm to 8:30pm - Training Provided!

Interface Systems; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 2,500,000 - 3,561,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits on Day 1 of employment

3 weeks paid vacation

10 days paid sick time

Uncapped referral bonuses

Training provided

Job summary

Interface Systems in St. Louis, MO, seeks a Level 3 iSOC Coordinator to oversee real-time security operations, manage live audio/video interactions, verify alarms, and escalate or resolve incidents. You will de-escalate threats and coordinate with customers and responders in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires strong communication, rapid decision-making, documentation of interactions, and adherence to procedures within Interface’s 24/7 monitoring center.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent listening and problem-solving abilities.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced security environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform remote security checks and virtual tours of customer locations.
• Conduct virtual security escorts to safeguard customers during opening/closing hours.
• Communicate with customer locations using two-way audio/video surveillance technology.
• Take appropriate action including contacting emergency services when needed.
• Answer inbound calls to resolve or support security inquiries.
• Maintain accurate records in the automation system.
• Monitor, verify and respond to alarm signals and verify validity of events.
• Provide life-safety dispatch and communicate with emergency personnel.
• Assist in arming/disarming and resetting alarms.
• Manage live audio interactions during alarm events with two-way audio.
• Generate detailed reports on alarm responses and life-safety interventions.
• Complete required training and comply with company policies.

Skills

Excellent communication

Active listening

MS Office

Calm under pressure

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

As a Level 3 iSOC Coordinator, you will take on advanced responsibilities, managing real-time interactions and interventions during critical security events. Building on your expertise from previous levels, you will handle live audio communication with individuals at monitored sites, using two-way systems to prevent security breaches, manage incidents such as trespassing, and de-escalate potential threats. Your ability to think quickly and communicate with authority will be key to resolving incidents in real time.

Overview

As a Level 3 iSOC Coordinator, you will take on advanced responsibilities, managing real-time interactions and interventions during critical security events. Building on your expertise from previous levels, you will handle live audio communication with individuals at monitored sites, using two-way systems to prevent security breaches, manage incidents such as trespassing, and de-escalate potential threats. Your ability to think quickly and communicate with authority will be key to resolving incidents in real time. This role demands a high level of skill in alarm verification, video monitoring, and rapid decision-making, all while maintaining clear and direct communication with customers and emergency personnel. As a Level 3 Coordinator, you will not only respond to alarms but also provide solutions by directly addressing security violations. This position allows for greater responsibility and impact in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment, as you continue to grow within the iSOC team.

What's in it for you?

• Shift Hours: Position requires availability between 12:00pm to 8:30pm , based on labor demands
• Flexible Schedule: We offer 8–10 hour shifts which provides more flexible options on the number of days worked per week. (Your work hours will be scheduled between this time range. Could be 8 or 10 hour shifts.)
• Full benefits on Day 1 of employment to support you from the start
• 3 weeks paid vacation time and 10 days paid sick time
• Uncapped employee referral bonuses
• Customer focused, energetic and engaging work culture working as one team
• Training is provided!

Starting Pay Rate: $22.00 Per Hour (not including shift differential)

Location: On-site in office

Schedule & Availability Requirements: Interface Systems operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. This position requires employees to work a schedule that includes weekends and holidays. Candidates must be able to meet these scheduling requirements as part of their regular work schedule.

Shift Differential

• Standard Pay Rate: Applies to hours worked during the core daytime period (6:01am – 4:59pm) on regularly scheduled business days.
• Evening Differential: +$0.50 per hour for hours worked between 5:00pm and 9:00pm.
• Overnight Differential: +$1.00 per hour for hours worked between 9:01pm and 6:00am.
• Weekend Differential: +$1.00 per hour for any hours worked on Saturdays or Sundays (12:00am – 11:59pm).

Monthly Performance Bonus

Interface's Interactive Security Operations Center Coordinators are eligible for our Performance Monthly Bonus Award Program after 90 days of successful active employment. Interface awards its highest performing employees based on specific metrics and eligibility criteria, where employees can earn up to $1,000.00 bonus awards each month.

Monthly Attendance Bonus

Interface's Interactive Security Operations Center Coordinators are eligible for a Monthly Attendance Bonus Award after 90 days of successful active employment. Full time employees can earn up to $250.00 per month, based on attendance eligibility criteria, for up to $3,000.00 per year.

New iSOC Hire Bonus

All newly hired St. Louis iSOC employees will be eligible for a $500 hiring bonus.

The Bonus Will Be Paid In Two Installments

• $250 after successfully completing 90 days of employment.
• $250 after successfully completing 6 months of employment.

To receive each payment, employees must be actively employed on the applicable payout date.

Start Dates Available

Start your training program with our Day 1 Orientation Class which occurs bi-weekly.

Next Orientation Classes

• October 12th, 2026
• Please note favorable results on a pre-employment drug screening and background check are required.

Responsibilities

• Perform remote security checks/ virtual tours of customer locations, carefully observing all areas for potential security vulnerabilities, criminal and/ or unusual activities.
• Conduct virtual security escorts to safeguard customers during business opening, closing and/ or upon customer a request.
• Communicate with customer locations using state-of-the-art two-way audio/ video surveillance technology.
• Take appropriate action based on the severity or instruction provided, including customer contact and/ or requesting emergency services such as police, fire, or medial services.
• Answer inbound phone calls to assist with resolving, escalating, or supporting security and system-related inquiries from customers, employees, and vendors.
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation with the system of record (automation system)
• Monitor, verify and respond to alarm signals, placing outgoing telephone calls to verify validity of alarm signals.
• Perform video verification of alarms to confirm security breaches or emergency incidents.
• Notifies specified individuals via telephone of an alarm or event according to customer-specific instructions.
• Provide critical life safety support by ensuring clear, timely and accurate dispatch and alarm communication to emergency personnel.
• Provide basic alarm support such as arming, disarming, and assisting in resetting alarms/ signals.
• Manage live audio interactions in response to alarm events or customer requests, utilizing two-way audio systems to communicate directly with individuals at monitored sites.
• Use two-way audio to intervene during real-time incidents, projecting authority and maintaining clear communication.
• Handle situations such as loitering, trespassing, or other security violations, often requiring de-escalation or rapid decision-making.
• Document all interactions and ensure proper follow-up to ensure the resolution of incidents.
• Generate detailed reports on alarm responses and life safety interventions.
• Interface offered learning courses may be necessary when pursuing further certification(s) All iSOC employees must comply with policies as stated in the Interface Employee Handbook and Employee Safety Manual.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Two years of experience in customer service, call center, dispatch, or security roles is preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills ensuring all interactions are handled with professionalism and care.
• Strong active listening skills to understand customer needs and provide timely, accurate responses to requests.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to maintain a calm and positive demeanor in high pressure situations, demonstrating professionalism while working through urgent or critical situations.

Work Environment

iSOC Coordinators work in a state-of-the-art security monitoring operations center, equipped with the latest technology in video surveillance, two-way audio communication systems, and intuitive alarm monitoring software. Operators are trained to handle multiple security events simultaneously, making use of advanced monitoring tools, such as customized automation solutions, proprietary software integrations, and workstations designed for video monitoring efficiencies.

Interface Systems is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer - all qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual's age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Such action shall include, but not be limited to the following: Employment, upgrading, demotion, or transfer, recruitment, or recruitment advertising; layoff or termination; for rates of pay or other forms of compensation; and selection for training, including apprenticeship.

If you need assistance or an accommodation in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process due to a disability, please contact us at [e-mail]. Any information will be treated as confidential and only used for the purpose of determining an appropriate accommodation as part of the recruiting process.