Security Officer Entry Authorization Specialist

Allied Universal; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer Entry Authorization Specialist in Doraville, GA. You will safeguard clients across industries, manage entry points, verify credentials, and support a welcoming environment for employees and visitors.

Position is Full Time with a pay rate of $15.42 per hour. Responsibilities include monitoring access, reporting security concerns, patrolling, and ensuring compliance with site policies.

Qualifications

• As a condition of employment, candidates will be subject to a background investigation.
• Must pass a drug screen where permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may be required by state/local laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service while enforcing site policies and safety procedures.
• Monitor and control access at entry points; verify credentials and direct personnel.
• Maintain visitor, contractor, and vehicle access records and report incidents.
• Respond to security incidents calmly and follow escalation procedures.
• Conduct regular patrols of access points, loading areas, and perimeters.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Observation patrols

Professional 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 Specialist in Doraville, GA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. As an Access Control Officer at a logistics and distribution location, you will help manage entry points, verify credentials, monitor visitor and vehicle activity, and report security-related concerns. Your visible presence and professional communication will help deter incidents while supporting a welcoming environment for employees, drivers, and visitors. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable team, where integrity, innovation, and a caring culture put people first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $15.42 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Mon: 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM
• Wed: 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM
• Thur: 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM
• Fri: 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a logistics and distribution location.
• Monitor and control access to the facility, including verifying credentials, screening visitors, and directing authorized personnel, drivers, and deliveries according to site procedures.
• Maintain accurate visitor, contractor, and vehicle access records and report unauthorized access attempts or irregular activity to site leadership and/or emergency responders.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established reporting and escalation procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of access points, loading areas, parking areas, and the perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.

Minimum Requirements:

• 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.

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.