Security Guard - Secret Clearance required

Allied Universal; Virginia; On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial and Health Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer Full Time Security Clearance Lobby Host in McLean, VA. You will greet employees and visitors, manage access, monitor activity, and deliver excellent customer service.

The role requires an active DoD Secret clearance, a high school diploma, and compliance with background checks and drug screening. The position offers full-time hours and a daytime schedule with competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret clearance is required.
• At least 18 years old for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Background investigation will be conducted as per laws.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may apply by state/local laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, contractors, and vendors at a front desk location.
• Control access by verifying identification, credentials, and visitor authorization.
• Receive, document, and direct visitors, deliveries, and communications with accurate records.
• Monitor security systems, alarms, and communications equipment and report issues.
• Respond to incidents and emergencies in a calm, professional manner following procedures.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Front desk security

Emergency response

Security procedures

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Overview

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.

Job Description

As a Security Officer Full Time Security Clearance Lobby Host in Mc Lean, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Aero/Defense, and more. As a Front Desk Security Professional in an aerospace and defense location, you will greet employees and visitors, manage access procedures, monitor entry activity, and provide outstanding customer service and communication. You will support a professional, secure environment while reflecting Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, innovative, and caring culture through teamwork and integrity. An active DoD Secret Clearance is required.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $25.24 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon07:00 AM - 05:00 PMTue07:00 AM - 05:00 PMWed07:00 AM - 05:00 PMThur07:00 AM - 05:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, contractors, and/or vendors at a front desk within an aerospace and defense location by carrying out site-specific procedures and security-related policies.
• Control access by verifying identification, credentials, visitor authorization, and/or entry requirements in accordance with established site procedures.
• Receive, document, and direct visitors, deliveries, and communications while maintaining accurate access and visitor records.
• Monitor assigned security-related systems, alarms, and communications equipment, reporting irregularities or access concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following emergency response procedures and notifying appropriate contacts.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess an active DoD Secret clearance.
• 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.

Why Join Us:

• Smart Tools: Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Career Growth: Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Financial and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

Closing

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 difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.

Requisition ID

2026-1714536