Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Armed Clearance Required Patrol

Allied Universal®; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Career growth

Smart tools

Benefits

Employee perks

Job summary

Allied Universal in Arlington, VA is seeking a Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Armed Clearance Required Patrol. This role offers reliable, fixed hours at an assigned site with opportunities to earn more by picking up extra shifts.

The position requires an armed guard card, active DoD Secret Clearance, and the ability to perform patrols, monitor access, respond to incidents, and follow site protocols. Flexible schedule, benefits, and pathways to full-time roles.

Qualifications

• Armed Guard Card or license required.
• Active DoD Secret Clearance required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check and drug screening as required by law and policy.
• Driving license may be required for driving positions.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and contractors at an aerospace/defense site.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, access-control concerns, and emergencies per site protocol.
• Conduct regular armed patrols of facilities, grounds, parking areas, and perimeter locations.
• Monitor access points and verify credentials and contractor entries.
• Document patrols, incidents, and observations in reports and communicate to site leadership.

Skills

Armed guard experience

DoD Secret Clearance

Customer service

Observation skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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.

Job Description

Life doesn’t always follow a fixed schedule. That’s why we created the Security Officer – Part Time Enhanced position: a flexible, dependable option for individuals looking to supplement their income, gain hands-on experience, or work toward a full-time career with the industry leader.

As a Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Armed Clearance Required Patrol in Arlington, VA, this role is designed to provide reliable, consistent hours at an assigned site with the flexibility for you to earn more by picking-up additional shifts when it works for you.

Pay Rate: $28.33 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeFri04:00 PM - 11:59 PM

How This Role Works:

• Fixed-Shift Commitment (“Anchor Shifts”): You will be hired for a designated site and weekly shift that serves as your reliable base schedule. This assignment requires a six (6) month commitment.
• Earn More, Claim-A-Shift Program: In addition to your fixed shift, you may pick-up extra shifts through our scheduling platform, allowing you to increase earnings and gain experience across multiple sites. Work part-time hours this week and full-time the next. It’s all up to you.

This role is ideal for candidates seeking part-time employment with flexibility, income stability, and opportunities to build-up to a full-time schedule of up to 40 hours per week; always with the option to scale back when needed.

Responsibilities:

• Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and contractors at an aerospace and defense location by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, access-control concerns, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established site protocols.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of facilities, grounds, parking areas, and perimeter locations to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.
• Monitor access points and verify credentials, visitor authorizations, and contractor entry requirements in accordance with site-specific procedures.
• Document patrol activities, incidents, observations, and irregularities in required reports and promptly communicate relevant information to site leadership and/or emergency responders.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess an Armed Guard Card or License.
• Possess an active DoD Secret Clearance.
• Handcuffing Certification is preferred.
• Pepper Spray Certification is preferred.
• Be at least 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.
• Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
• 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:

• Flexible Scheduling: Choose from a variety of open shifts that align with your availability and lifestyle.
• Career Growth: Clear path to full-time roles and ongoing advancement through paid training programs.
• Smart Tools: Access exclusive technology for real-time shift visibility and claiming.
• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, retirement plans, and disability insurance; seven holidays annually paid at time and a half, if worked; 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments (unused vacation is only paid out where required by law).
• Employee Perks: Enjoy discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and more through our perks program.

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.

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.