Security Officer - Cleared Preferred

Allied Universal; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k

Paid training

Flexible schedules

Employee discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Officer – Cleared in Salt Lake City. The role requires DoD clearance eligibility, a high school diploma or 5 years of verifiable security experience, and strong communication skills.

You will protect personnel, property and sensitive information while performing patrols and responding to emergencies. Salary is $20.05 per hour with benefits including health insurance and 401k.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or 5 years verifiable security experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills essential.
• Effective customer service and professional demeanor required.
• Intermediate computer skills to operate client-site systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality security services, safeguarding people and property.
• Conduct patrols on foot, bicycle, or vehicle to protect assets and information.
• Greet guests and escort visitors to secured areas.
• Follow site manuals and report safety concerns to client and security team.
• Respond to alarms and act as first responder in emergencies.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Written and oral communication

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

5 years verifiable security experience

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.

$20.05 Per Hour

Mornings

Requirements

• 1 Year of Security Experience

Allied Universal® is hiring a Security Officer – Cleared (Clearance Eligible). At Allied Universal, a Cleared Security Officer is entrusted with sensitive information and given the responsibility to protect classified information and personnel. As a 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 assess 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
• Able to obtain 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
• 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