Security Officer - Cleared (Clearance Required - Armed)

AUS; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance and 401k plans

Schedules that fit personal life goals

Ongoing paid training programs

Employee discounts through perks

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring an Armed Cleared Security Officer in Manassas, VA. You will protect personnel, property, and classified information, perform patrols by foot, bicycle, or vehicle, and greet guests while escorting visitors to secure points.

You will follow site post orders, report incidents, and respond to alarms; you may act as a first responder in emergencies. Applicants must hold a DoD-appropriate clearance, meet age and licensing requirements, and have strong communication and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent or 5 years verifiable experience.
• Must hold DoD clearance (national security eligibility).
• Licensing requirements depend on state/local laws and may be required before employment.
• 3+ years security experience on a DoD-cleared site or prior military experience.
• 21+ years of age and strong written/oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• Intermediate computer skills to operate client site tech.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality security services safeguarding personnel, property, and information.
• Patrol the facility by foot, bicycle, or vehicle to protect people and assets.
• Greet guests and escort visitors and contractors to secure entry/exit points.
• Follow site post orders and report safety concerns or incidents to client/security staff.
• Respond to alarms and act as a first responder in emergencies.

Skills

Effective communication

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree or higher in Criminal Justice/Business

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.

Allied Universal® is hiring a Security Officer - Cleared (Clearance Required - Armed). At Allied Universal, an Armed Cleared Security Officer is entrusted with sensitive information and given the responsibility to protect classified information and personnel. As an Armed Cleared Security Officer, you'll receive specialized training in site-specific security protocols associated with your clearance level, allowing for skill development and professional growth in the security field.

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 escorts visitors and contractors to secure entry and exit points
• Follow site-specific performance manuals and post orders; reporting safety concerns, security breaches, and unusual circumstances via written and oral communication to client and/or other security personnel
• Respond to and assesses security alarms or emergency alarms
• Act as a first responder in emergency situations

QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE):

• High school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience
• Must possess a Department of Defense (DoD) position appropriate level security clearance (national security eligibility determinations take into account a person's stability, trustworthiness, reliability, discretion, character, honesty, and judgment)
• 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
• Minimum of 21 years of age (or higher if required by the state)
• 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…

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