Security Officer - DoD Clearance Required

Allied Universal; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer - DoD Clearance Required in Carlsbad, CA. The role includes front-desk duties, access control, visitor management, and delivering exceptional customer service at an aerospace/defense location.

The position is full-time with a pay rate of $24.67 per hour. A DoD clearance and security-related experience are required, with background checks and drug screening as per policy.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of security-related experience.
• Active DoD Secret Clearance required.
• Guard card/license preferred.
• Access control and badge experience preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet.
• Age 18+ (armed) or 21+ (unarmed).
• Background check required by law.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and contractors per site policies.
• Greet visitors, verify IDs, manage access credentials, and log visitors.
• Answer calls, provide information, and relay arrivals to staff.
• Monitor front-desk activity and alarm systems; report issues.
• Respond calmly to incidents following emergency procedures.

Skills

Security experience

Customer service

Front desk procedures

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Access control systems

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.

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 - DoD Clearance Required in Carlsbad, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Aero/Defense, and more. As a Front Desk Security Professional at a dynamic aerospace and defense location, you will welcome visitors, manage access control and badging, monitor entry activity, and provide exceptional customer service. Your professionalism and communication skills will help support a secure, organized environment. Join Allied Universal, where our agile, reliable, innovative team puts people first, delivers through teamwork, and acts with integrity.

Position Type

Full Time

Pay Rate

$24.67 / Hour

Job Schedule

DayTimeMon09:30 PM - 05:30 AMTue09:30 PM - 05:30 AMFri05:30 AM - 01:30 PMSat05:30 AM - 01:30 PMSun05:30 AM - 01:30 PM

What You’ll Do

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and/or contractors by carrying out site-specific security-related procedures and front-desk policies at an aerospace and defense location.
• Greet visitors, verify identification and authorization, manage access credentials, and maintain visitor logs in accordance with site requirements.
• Answer and direct incoming calls, provide information and assistance, and communicate visitor arrivals or concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Monitor front-desk activity, access-control systems, and/or alarm notifications; report unusual conditions or policy concerns through established channels.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following site-specific emergency response procedures.

Minimum Requirements

• At least 6 months of security-related experience is required.
• An active DoD Secret Clearance is required.
• A guard card or license is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet 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.

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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.

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