Security Guard - Aerospace and Defense

Allied Universal; Goleta (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer - Cleared to ensure the safety of sensitive information and personnel. This full-time position involves providing security services, conducting regular patrols, and responding to emergencies. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and a Department of Defense security clearance. Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Health insurance

401k plans

Paid training programs

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Must possess high school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of experience.
• Must have DoD security clearance.
• Three years of security experience on a DoD-cleared site or prior military experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality security services and conduct facility patrols.
• Respond to security alarms and assess any emergencies.
• Greet guests and escort visitors to secure entry points.

Skills

Effective written and oral communication

Interpersonal skills

Exceptional customer service

Intermediate computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree or higher in Criminal Justice

Job description

Allied Universal, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve. We offer comprehensive benefits for most full-time positions, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, a retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks, and more.

Join a Mission That Matters: Help Shape the Future of National Security

Are you ready to make a real impact? We’re looking for dependable, mission driven individuals to join a high profile security team supporting national defense initiatives. This is an excellent opportunity for military veterans looking to continue serving their country in a meaningful way.

Position Highlights:

• Full-Time Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM (No nights or weekends!)

• Pay Rate: $23.06 per hour

• Location: Goleta, CA

• Clearance Requirement: Must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance

Veterans Strongly Encouraged to Apply
We highly value your service and experience, this role is tailor-made for those who thrive in structured, purpose driven environments.

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Officer - Cleared (Clearance Required - Unarmed). At Allied Universal, a Cleared Security Officer is entrusted with sensitive information and given the responsibility to protect classified information and personnel. As a Cleared Security Officer, you'll receive specialized training in site-specific security protocols associated with your clearance level, allowing for skill development and professional growth in the security field.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide high quality security services, safeguarding personnel, property, and information with professionalism
• Conduct patrols within and around the facility on foot, bicycle, or vehicle to ensure the protection of people, assets, and sensitive or classified information
• Greet guests and employees and escorts visitors and contractors to secure entry and exit points
• Follow site-specific performance manuals and post orders; reporting safety concerns, security breaches, and unusual circumstances via written and oral communication to client and/or other security personnel
• Respond to and assesses security alarms or emergency alarms
• Act as a first responder in emergency situations

QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE):

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience
• Must possess a Department of Defense (DoD) position appropriate level security clearance (national security eligibility determinations take into account a person's stability, trustworthiness, reliability, discretion, character, honesty, and judgment)
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment
• Must possess one or more of the following:
• Minimum of three (3) years of security experience on a Department of Defense-cleared site
• Prior military experience
• Effective written and oral communication and interpersonal skills
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Intermediate computer skills to operate innovative, wireless technology at client specific sites

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NICE TO HAVE):

• Prior law enforcement or armed security experience
• Associate's degree or higher In Criminal Justice, Business, or a related field

BENEFITS:

• Health insurance and 401k plans for full-time positions
• Schedules that fit with your personal life goals
• Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities
• Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more…

Allied Universal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com

If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.

Allied Universal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com

If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.