Security Officer Entry Authorization

Allied Universal; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

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Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Officer Entry Authorization in Cape Canaveral, FL. You will monitor access, verify credentials, assist visitors, and document security activity while maintaining a professional presence.

The role involves night shifts and a focus on incident prevention across a retail/mall environment. Eligibility includes a High School Diploma, 1+ year of security experience, and the ability to pass background checks and a drug screen.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year security-related experience.
• Background check required by law.
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds preferred.
• CPR certification preferred.
• Guard card or license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, tenants, employees, and vendors while following site-specific access-control procedures.
• Monitor entry/exit points, verify IDs, manage sign-in, and direct authorized individuals.
• Respond calmly to alarms and incidents, escalating per site procedures.
• Conduct regular patrols of retail common areas, entrances, parking, and perimeter.
• Document incidents and observations per Allied Universal reporting requirements.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

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 Authorization in Cape Canaveral, FL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, and more. As an Access Control Officer at a dynamic retail and mall location, you will help create a welcoming environment by monitoring entry points, verifying access credentials, assisting visitors, and documenting security-related activity. You will maintain a professional presence, communicate clearly with team members and guests, and help deter incidents through attentive access management. Join Allied Universal, where agile, reliable, and innovative teams put people first and act with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $19.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Fri: 08:00 PM - 06:00 AM
• Sat: 06:00 PM - 06:00 AM
• Sun: 06:00 PM - 06:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors, tenants, employees, and vendors while carrying out site-specific access-control procedures, security-related policies, and emergency response activities.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify identification and access credentials, manage visitor sign-in processes, and direct authorized individuals throughout the location.
• Respond to access-control alarms, incidents, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, escalating concerns according to site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of retail common areas, entrances, parking areas, and the surrounding perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity.
• Document incidents, visitor activity, access-control concerns, and other security-related observations in accordance with Allied Universal and site reporting requirements.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least 1 year of security-related experience.
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds is preferred.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• CPR certification is preferred.
• A guard card or license 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.

Florida State Security Agency License No. B8500287

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.