Security Officer - Entry Access

Allied Universal; Hanahan (SC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k plan

Paid training

Job summary

Allied Universal® in Hanahan, SC is seeking a Security Officer - Entry Access to protect client sites across Tech/Media/Telecom environments. You’ll conduct patrols, monitor entry points, verify credentials, and maintain logs while delivering professional customer service.

The role emphasizes calm incident response and strict adherence to site procedures. This full-time position requires a background check, a high school diploma, and a valid driver’s license for driving roles.

Qualifications

• At least one year of security-related experience is required.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Experience with access control and badges is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Licensing requirements are subject to state/local laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and/or contractors at a technology, media, and telecommunications location by carrying out site-specific procedures and security-related protocols.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of interior areas, exterior grounds, access points, parking areas, and the perimeter, helping to deter unauthorized activity and identifying unusual conditions.
• Monitor access to the location, verify credentials as required, maintain visitor logs, and report unauthorized entry attempts or access-control concerns.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following site-specific emergency response procedures and notifying appropriate personnel.
• Prepare clear, accurate reports of patrols, incidents, observations, and security-related activities in accordance with Allied Universal and site requirements.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Patrols

Technology literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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.

As a Security Officer - Entry Access in Hanahan, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a dynamic technology, media, and telecommunications location, you will conduct routine patrols, monitor access points, and maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents. You will support badge and access-control activities, communicate professionally with employees and visitors, and provide outstanding customer service. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, innovative team, where a caring culture, teamwork, and integrity guide every shift.

Position Type

Full Time

Pay Rate

$17.37 / Hour

Job Schedule

Thur: 12:00 AM - 08:00 AM
Sat: 08:00 PM - 08:00 AM
Sun: 08:00 PM - 08:00 AM

What You’ll Do

• Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and/or contractors at a technology, media, and telecommunications location by carrying out site-specific procedures and security-related protocols.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of interior areas, exterior grounds, access points, parking areas, and the perimeter, helping to deter unauthorized activity and identifying unusual conditions.
• Monitor access to the location, verify credentials as required, maintain visitor logs, and report unauthorized entry attempts or access-control concerns.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following site-specific emergency response procedures and notifying appropriate personnel.
• Prepare clear, accurate reports of patrols, incidents, observations, and security-related activities in accordance with Allied Universal and site requirements.

Minimum Requirements

• At least one year of security-related experience is required.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Experience with access control and badges is preferred.
• Customer service experience 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.

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.