Security Officer - Access Control

Allied Universal; Lockport (IL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart tools

Career growth

Health benefits

Perks program

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer Entry Authorization in Lockport, IL to safeguard clients across tech/telecom sectors. You will monitor entry points, verify credentials, manage visitor access and respond to security concerns with a professional demeanor.

This full-time role emphasizes clear communication and a visible security presence, supporting a modern, collaborative workplace in a technology-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Background check as part of employment.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may apply per state/local laws.
• Valid driver’s license required for driving positions.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, contractors, and vendors at a technology-focused location.
• Monitor access points and verify credentials; manage visitor registration and badges.
• Respond to incidents and access concerns with calm, professional problem-solving.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of access points and perimeter areas to deter unauthorized entry.
• Document observations and access-related activity per site procedures.

Skills

Access control

Customer service

Patrols

Incident response

Communication

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 Entry Authorization in Lockport, IL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. As an Access Control Officer in a technology, media, and telecommunications location, you will help maintain a secure environment by monitoring entry points, verifying credentials, managing visitor access, and responding to security-related concerns. You will provide outstanding customer service and clear communication while supporting a visible presence that helps deter incidents. Join Allied Universal, where agile, reliable, and innovative teams put people first and act with integrity.

Position Type

Full Time

Pay Rate

$18.00 / Hour

Job Schedule

DayTimeMon02:00 PM - 10:00 PMTue02:00 PM - 10:00 PMSat02:00 PM - 10:00 PMSun02:00 PM - 10:00 PM

What You'll Do

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, contractors, and/or vendors at a technology-focused corporate location by carrying out site-specific procedures, access control policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials, manage visitor registration, issue and collect visitor badges, and maintain accurate access-related logs and records.
• Respond to incidents, access concerns, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, notifying appropriate personnel according to site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned access points, business areas, and perimeter locations to help to deter unauthorized entry and identify security-related concerns.
• Communicate professionally with site personnel and Allied Universal leadership while documenting observations, incidents, and access-related activity in accordance with established procedures.

Minimum Requirements

• 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.