Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Security Clearance Front Desk

Allied Universal; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Scheduling

Career Growth

Smart Tools

Medical, dental, vision

Life & AD&D, retirement plans

Paid holidays and vacation accrual

Job summary

Allied Universal in McLean, VA is seeking a Security Officer Enhanced Part Time with DoD Secret Clearance for a front desk role. The position offers flexible hours via anchor shifts and the option to earn more by picking up additional shifts through the scheduling platform.

You will provide customer service to employees and visitors, manage access control, greet guests, and respond calmly to incidents according to established procedures.

Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret Clearance
• Must be 18+ (unarmed) or 21+ (armed) years old
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Background check required by federal/state/local laws
• Drug screening required where permitted by law
• State/local licensing requirements may apply
• Valid driver's license required for driving positions

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service at a front desk in aerospace/defense environment with site procedures
• Greet visitors, verify IDs, issue visitor credentials, and maintain records
• Monitor entry points, handle calls, and provide directions professionally
• Respond to incidents and alarms following emergency procedures
• Document and report unusual activity to site contacts and leadership

Skills

Customer service

Front desk

Access control

Emergency response

Visitor management

Education

High School Diploma

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 Security Clearance Front Desk in Mc Lean, 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: $25.24 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeFri07:00 AM - 05:00 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 employees, visitors, and contractors at a front desk location within an aerospace and defense environment by carrying out site-specific procedures and access-control protocols.
• Greet visitors, verify identification and authorization, issue visitor credentials as directed, and maintain accurate visitor and contractor records.
• Monitor entry points, receive and route calls, and provide directions or information in a professional, courteous manner.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established emergency response procedures.
• Document and report unusual activity, access concerns, and security-related incidents to appropriate site contacts and Allied Universal leadership.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess an active DoD Secret Clearance.
• 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:

• 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.

Requisition ID

2026-1717553