Security Officer - Entry Screening

Alliedbarton Security Services; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading security services company is seeking a Security Officer for entry screening in Gaithersburg, MD. The role involves monitoring areas, providing customer service, and ensuring safety protocols. Ideal candidates have security experience and a commitment to service excellence.

Benefits

Health insurance

401k plans

Ongoing paid training programs

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of security experience required.
• Must possess a Maryland Security Professional Guard Card.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine patrols and monitor designated areas.
• Provide customer service and respond to incidents.

Skills

Customer service

Problem-solving

Agility

Reliability

Innovation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer

Tablet

Job description

Overview

Allied Universal, North America’s leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers that give you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, diverse, and inclusive workplace, you will be part of a team that fuels a culture that will reflect in our communities and customers we serve. We offer medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, retirement plans, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks, and more for most full-time positions!

Job Description

As a Security Officer - Entry Screening in Gaithersburg, MD, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries.

As a Screener, you will monitor and patrol designated areas, helping to deter security-related incidents while maintaining a visible presence. Your responsibilities include conducting routine patrols, interacting with visitors and staff, and providing excellent customer service. You will utilize technology such as computers or tablets as part of your daily tasks. Our team values agility, reliability, and innovation, and we foster a caring culture that puts people first, working together with integrity to create a welcoming environment at the location.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $20.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeThur11:00 PM - 07:00 AMFri11:00 PM - 07:00 AMSat11:00 PM - 07:00 AMSun11:00 PM - 07:00 AM

Responsibilities:

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter. Working environments and conditions may vary by location.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must have at least 2 years of security experience.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Maryland Security Professional Guard Card is preferred.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet 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, or 5 years of verifiable experience.
• 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.

Perks and 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...

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 any other basis protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com.

If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Diversity and Inclusion, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.

Requisition ID

2025-1378877