Security Officer - Clearance Required - Unarmed

Allied Universal; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 30,307 - 39,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k plans

Flexible schedules

Training programs

Employee discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer - Clearance Required - Unarmed in the United States. The role requires a DoD Secret clearance and pays $25.42 hourly on a full-time basis.

Responsibilities include patrolling, visitor control, and responding to alarms. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma (or 5 years verifiable experience) and DoD clearance, with strong communication and customer service skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or 5 years verified experience.
• DoD security clearance required.
• Licensing requirements may apply per state/local laws.
• 3+ years security experience on a DoD-cleared site or prior military service.
• Strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal skills.
• Customer service orientation and professional demeanor.
• Moderate computer skills for wireless client systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality security services, safeguarding personnel, property, and information with professionalism
• Conduct patrols within and around the facility on foot, bicycle, or vehicle to ensure protection of people and assets
• Greet guests and escort visitors and contractors to secure entry/exit points
• Follow site-specific manuals and post orders; report safety concerns or security incidents
• Respond to and assess security alarms or emergencies as needed
• Act as first responder in emergency situations

Skills

DoD clearance experience

Security experience

Communication skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree or higher (Criminal Justice, etc.)

Tools

DoD-cleared site operations

Job description

Company 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 Title

Security Officer - Clearance Required - Unarmed

Employment Details

DOD Secret Clearance Required

$25.42 Hourly

Full Time

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality security services, safeguarding personnel, property, and information with professionalism
• Conduct patrols within and around the facility on foot, bicycle, or vehicle to ensure the protection of people, assets, and sensitive or classified information
• Greet guests and employees and escort visitors and contractors to secure entry and exit points
• Follow site‑specific performance manuals and post orders; report safety concerns, security breaches, and unusual circumstances via written and oral communication to client and/or other security personnel
• Respond to and assess security alarms or emergency alarms
• Act as a first responder in emergency situations

Qualifications (Must Have)

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience
• Must possess a Department of Defense (DoD) position‑appropriate level security clearance
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment
• Must possess one or more of the following:
  • Minimum of three (3) years of security experience on a Department of Defense‑cleared site
  • Prior military experience
• Effective written and oral communication and interpersonal skills
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Intermediate computer skills to operate innovative, wireless technology at client‑specific sites

Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have)

• Prior law enforcement or armed security experience
• Associate’s degree or higher in Criminal Justice, Business, or a related field

Benefits

• Health insurance and 401k plans for full‑time positions
• Schedules that fit with your personal life goals
• Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities
• Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more.

Additional Information

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