Security Guard Armed Patrol Driver

Allied Universal; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Guard Armed Patrol Driver in Reston, VA. You will perform armed patrols, monitor access points, verify credentials, and respond to incidents at a leading aerospace and defense location.

Join a dynamic team focused on safety, professional conduct, and reliable service for personnel and visitors in a challenging environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of law enforcement or security experience.
• Armed Guard Card/License required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• CPR/First Aid is preferred.
• Background check and drug screen will be performed.
• Must be at least 21 for armed roles.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to personnel and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, access-control protocols, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established reporting and escalation procedures.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of facilities, controlled-access areas, parking areas, and perimeter locations to deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor entry and exit activity, verify credentials and visitor authorization, and document observations, incidents, and irregular conditions.
• Support a professional environment at an aerospace and defense location by communicating clearly with site personnel, visitors, and responding agencies as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Emergency response

Patrols

Clear communication

Education

High school diploma

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.

As a Security Guard Armed Patrol Driver in Reston, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Aero/Defense, and more. As an Armed Security Officer at a leading aerospace and defense location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, and support a secure environment for personnel and assets. This driving post combines responsive customer service, clear communication, and professional security-related support. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, innovative team, where caring for people, teamwork, and integrity guide every shift.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $29.59 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Mon: 08:30 AM - 04:30 PM
• Tue: 08:30 AM - 04:30 PM
• Wed: 08:30 AM - 04:30 PM
• Thur: 08:30 AM - 04:30 PM
• Fri: 08:30 AM - 04:30 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to personnel and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, access-control protocols, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established reporting and escalation procedures.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of facilities, controlled-access areas, parking areas, and perimeter locations to help to deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor entry and exit activity, verify credentials and visitor authorization, and document observations, incidents, and irregular conditions.
• Support a professional environment at an aerospace and defense location by communicating clearly with site personnel, visitors, and responding agencies as needed.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess 1+ years of law enforcement experience OR 2+ years of Security Supervisor/Manager experience OR 3+ years of security-related experience.
• Possess an Armed Guard Card/License.
• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• CPR/First Aid is preferred.
• A Guard Card/License is preferred.
• Be at least 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.