Security Officer Entry Screening

Allied Universal; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 22,041 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial and Health Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer Entry Screening in Cape Canaveral, FL to safeguard clients across industries. You will provide access control, verify credentials, log visitors, and support a welcoming, safe environment at a retail/mall location.

The role requires at least 1 year of security experience, being 21+, with a high school diploma. Training, growth opportunities, and benefits accompany this full-time position, with a pay rate of $19.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• 1 year of security-related experience or more is preferred.
• Be at least 21 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to use a computer or tablet.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, tenants, employees, and contractors by implementing access control procedures and site policies.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials, maintain visitor logs, and direct guests per site procedures.
• Respond to incidents and security concerns in a calm, professional manner, escalating as needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of entrances, common areas, loading areas, parking facilities, and perimeter to identify unusual activity.
• Maintain a welcoming environment and communicate professionally with site personnel and visitors.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Patrol

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Computer literacy

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 Screening 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 in a retail and mall location, you will help create a welcoming environment by monitoring entry points, verifying access, and assisting visitors, tenants, and staff. You will maintain a visible presence, help deter security-related incidents, conduct routine patrols, and communicate professionally. Join Allied Universal, where agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, caring, and integrity guide our work.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $19.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Fri: 04:00 AM - 02:00 PM
• Sat: 06:00 AM - 06:00 PM
• Sun: 06:00 AM - 06:00 PM

What You’ll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors, tenants, employees, and/or contractors by carrying out access control procedures, site‑specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a retail and mall location.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials and visitor authorization, maintain visitor logs, and direct guests according to site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, access concerns, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem‑solving manner, escalating matters according to established protocols.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of entrances, common areas, loading areas, parking facilities, and the surrounding perimeter to help identify and report unusual activity or conditions.
• Assist with maintaining orderly access and a welcoming environment while communicating professionally with site personnel, customers, and members of the public.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least 1 year of security‑related experience.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• A Guard Card or license is preferred.
• Be comfortable using a computer or tablet.
• CPR certification 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.