Security Officer- Full Time

GardaWorld; Front Royal (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement

PTO

Paid holidays

Disability coverage

Life insurance

Job summary

GardaWorld Security Services seeks a Surveillance Security Officer in Virginia. You will monitor screens, spot threats, verify access, and respond to incidents with a proactive mindset. The role emphasizes observation, reporting, and collaboration with law enforcement as needed.

Schedule runs 11:45am–8:15pm, Monday to Friday, with a starting hourly wage of $22.00. GardaWorld offers medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) with employer matching, PTO, holidays, disability coverage, life

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Pass an extensive screening process.
• 2+ years Security, Military, and/or Law Enforcement experience.
• Active Virginia DCJS security license.
• Age 21 or older as required by law or contract.
• Experience with Microsoft and Google applications and security systems; incident/DAR reporting experience.

Responsibilities

• Patrol sensitive areas to spot suspicious activity.
• Verify identities and control access to secure areas.
• React quickly to threats or incidents.
• Check the proper functioning of alarms and cameras.
• Document incidents and actions taken.
• Respond to alarms and conduct on-site checks.
• Collaborate with law enforcement during serious incidents.
• Ensure the safety and protection of individuals and property.
• Gatehouse and access control: manage entry logs and identity verification.
• Loading dock and asset monitoring to ensure secure loading/unloading.
• Perimeter and exterior patrols around lots and parking areas.
• CCTV and alarm monitoring from central desk to detect breaches.
• Asset protection audits and internal sweeps for compliance.

Skills

Sharp observation skills

Attention to detail

Strong surveillance experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google applications

Security systems

Incident reporting software

Job description

GardaWorld Security Services is Now Hiring a Surveillance Security Officer!

Ready to suit up as a Surveillance Security Guard?

What matters most about a role like this is your sharp eye, capturing every detail as you scan a series of screens. Tell us about your strong observation skills with attention to detail.

As a Security Officer – Surveillance, you will be the person spotting threats before they escalate in environments such as a security operations centers, call centers, parking gatehouses, etc.

• Schedule: 11:45am to 8:15pm Monday to Friday
• Competitive hourly wage starting at $22.00/ Hr (DailyPay is available for GardaWorld employees!)
• A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, a 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions, paid time off (PTO) policy, paid holidays, disability coverage, and life insurance options (depending on how many hours worked and per contract)
• Career growth opportunities at GardaWorld
• Uniform provided at no cost

Responsibilities of Surveillance Security Guard

• Patrol sensitive areas to spot any suspicious activity
• Verify identities and control access to secure areas
• React quickly to threats or incidents
• Check the proper functioning of alarms and cameras
• Document incidents and actions taken
• Respond to alarms and conduct on-site checks
• Collaborate with law enforcement during serious incidents
• Ensure the safety and protection of individuals and property
• Gatehouse and Access Control: Validate identification for all incoming personnel, employees, and visitors, and strictly manage the entry and exit logs of all transport vehicles at the perimeter gates.
• Loading Dock and Asset Monitoring: Oversee the active loading docks to ensure high-value IT equipment and data assets are securely loaded or unloaded without unauthorized access or tampering.
• Perimeter and Exterior Patrols: Conduct regular foot or vehicle patrols around the lot, including the trailer parking zones, employee parking lots, and exterior fence lines to deter trespassing.
• CCTV and Alarm Monitoring: Continuously monitor interior and exterior surveillance cameras, fire systems, and motion sensors from a central security desk to rapidly detect and respond to breaches.
• Asset Protection Audits: Perform internal sweeps of the warehouse to ensure that sensitive data storage cages, high-security zones, and facility doors remain locked and compliant with strict data protection protocols.

Qualifications of Surveillance Security Guard

• You have a high school education or equivalent (GED)
• You’re able to ace (and pass) an extensive screening process
• You have Security, Military, and/or Law Enforcement experience of at least 2 years or more
• You have an active Virginia DCJS security license
• You are at least 21 years of age or older as required by applicable law or contractual requirements
• Must have experience utilizing Microsoft applications or Google applications, and Security Systems. Must have experience with Incident/ DAR reports

In the United States, GardaWorld Security remains the only guarding security company to be Certified by Great Place to Work. 26% of our corporate employees started as frontline workers.

If you’re ambitious with an entrepreneurial spirit – someone who wants to be a GardaWorld Ambassador – a promising career awaits you!

GardaWorld Security is a global champion in sophisticated and tailored security solutions, employing and training highly skilled and dedicated professionals across the globe.

Not the job for you? Make sure to check out all our jobs! We also have concierge, surveillance, and even casual roles available.

It is the policy of GardaWorld Security Services to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability in accordance with applicable federal laws. In addition, GardaWorld Security Services complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to hiring, placement, assignment, promotion, termination, layoffs, recalls, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. It is also the policy of GardaWorld Security Services not to honor requests that employees be assigned on the basis of sex or any other classification protected by law, unless such request is based on a bona fide occupational qualification for that assignment

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