Security Officer

HireQuotient; New York (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Alliance in New York City is seeking a Security Officer to join our Corporate Security Team to maintain a safe, welcoming environment for tenants, visitors, employees, and clients across premier Class-A properties.

The role blends professional security practices with exceptional customer service, including patrols, access control, CCTV monitoring, incident reporting, and collaboration with building management. NYS Security Guard License and 1 year of professional security experience required.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of security experience.
• Valid NY State Security Guard License valid for at least 3 months remaining.
• Minimum of 1 year of professional security experience.

Responsibilities

• Security Presence: conduct patrols of the building, lobby, common areas, loading dock, parking facilities, stairwells, and perimeter to maintain a visible security presence.
• Customer Service Excellence: greet and assist tenants, visitors, vendors, and guests with a courteous and welcoming demeanor.
• Access Control: verify credentials, issue visitor passes, and ensure visitors, contractors, and vendors comply with security procedures.
• Surveillance Operations: monitor CCTV, alarms, and access control systems to detect and respond to unusual activity.
• Security Reporting: prepare accurate reports documenting incidents, observations, patrol activities, and daily operations.
• Safety & Policy Enforcement: enforce building rules and safety procedures while remaining calm and service-oriented.
• Communication & Collaboration: coordinate with building management and staff to support daily operations.

Skills

Security

Customer service

Patrol skills

Access control

Job description

Alliance is hiring Security Officers. As a key member of the Corporate Security Team, the Security Officer is responsible for maintaining a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for tenants, visitors, employees, and clients. This role combines professional security practices with exceptional customer service to deliver a first-class experience at any one of our NYC premier Class-A commercial properties.

Responsibilities

Security Presence: Conduct regular patrols of the building, lobby, common areas, loading dock, parking facilities, stairwells, and perimeter to maintain a visible security presence and identify potential safety concerns.

Customer Service Excellence: Provide a professional, courteous, and welcoming presence at building entrances, lobbies, and reception areas while delivering exceptional customer service to tenants, visitors, vendors, and guests.

Access Control: Monitor building access, verify credentials, issue visitor passes, and ensure all visitors, contractors, and vendors comply with established security procedures.

Surveillance Operations: Monitor CCTV systems, access control platforms, alarms, and other security technology to detect and respond to unusual activity.

Security Reporting: Prepare accurate, detailed, and timely reports documenting incidents, observations, patrol activities, and daily operations using digital reporting systems.

Safety & Policy Enforcement: Enforce building rules, safety procedures, and security policies while maintaining a calm, respectful, and service-oriented approach.

Communication & Collaboration: Maintain effective communication with building management, tenants, property staff, and fellow security personnel to support daily operations and ensure a safe environment.

Requirements

• Experience: 1-2 year

Valid NY State Security Guard License (that won’t expire for 3 months)

Minimum of 1 year of professional security experience