Security Officer – Access Control and DoD Clearance

Allied Universal; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Health Benefits

Discount Program

Job summary

Allied Universal, a leading security and facility services company, seeks a Security Officer – Access Control in Tucson, AZ. You will monitor alarms, patrol sites, and provide professional customer service while safeguarding clients in aerospace/defense settings.

Active DoD Secret Clearance is required. The role is full-time with a pay rate of $17.00 per hour. Opportunities for training, growth, and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum Requirements include an active DoD Secret Clearance.
• Comfort using computers or tablets is preferred.
• Alarm panel experience is preferred.
• Guard Card or license is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Must be 18+ for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Background check required by law.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Licensing may be required by state/local laws.
• Valid driver's license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service by following security procedures and site policies and assist with emergencies.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials, report unauthorized or unusual activity.
• Respond calmly to incidents and escalate concerns through proper channels.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned areas and document observations.
• Support protection of sensitive aerospace and defense operations through access-control and visitor management.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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 Officer – Access Control and DoD Clearance in Tucson, AZ, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Aero/Defense, and more. Join Allied Universal as a Security Officer supporting a dynamic aerospace and defense location. You will monitor alarm activity, conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, and deliver professional customer service and clear communication. Bring your active DoD Secret Clearance to a team that is agile, reliable, innovative, and committed to integrity, teamwork, and a caring culture that puts people first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $17.00 / Hour

Job Schedule

• Mon: 07:00 AM - 03:00 PM
• Tue: 07:00 AM - 03:00 PM
• Wed: 07:00 AM - 03:00 PM
• Thur: 07:00 AM - 03:00 PM
• Fri: 07:00 AM - 03:00 PM

What You’ll Do

• Provide customer service by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and, when appropriate, emergency response activities at an aerospace and defense location.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials as directed, and report unauthorized or unusual activity in accordance with site procedures.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating concerns through established communication channels.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned areas, facilities, and perimeter locations, documenting observations and security-related incidents.
• Support protection of sensitive aerospace and defense operations by following access-control, visitor-management, and reporting requirements.

Minimum Requirements

• Possess an active DoD Secret Clearance.
• Be comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Alarm panel experience is preferred.
• Possession of a Guard Card or license is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• 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.

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.