Security Officer Full Time Access Authorization

Alliedbarton Security Services; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer for full-time Access Authorization in Sterling, VA. You will manage entry points, verify credentials, monitor access activity, and support a welcoming environment for employees and visitors at a technology infrastructure location.

The role includes monitoring, reporting, and enforcing site policies with a focus on safety and service. Position is full-time with a daytime schedule and pays $19.29 per hour.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Subject to background investigation and drug screen as required by law.
• Licensing requirements may be required prior to employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, contractors, and delivery personnel while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities at a technology infrastructure location.
• Monitor access control points, verify credentials and visitor authorization, issue visitor badges, and maintain accurate access and incident logs.
• Respond to access-related incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating concerns according to site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of the facility, entry points, perimeter, and restricted areas to help identify unusual activity or conditions.
• Support the protection of sensitive technology infrastructure by following established visitor escort, delivery, and restricted-area access procedures.

Job description

Overview

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.

Job Description

As a Security Officer Full Time Access Authorization in Sterling, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. As an Access Control Officer in a dynamic technology, media, and telecommunications location, you will help manage entry points, verify credentials, monitor access activity, and support a welcoming environment for employees and visitors. Your visible presence, clear communication, and attention to detail help deter incidents while supporting security-related operations. Join Allied Universal, where agile, reliable, innovative teams put people first and act with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $19.29 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon05:00 AM - 05:00 PMTue05:00 AM - 05:00 PMWed05:00 AM - 05:00 PMThur05:00 AM - 05:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, contractors, and delivery personnel while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities at a technology infrastructure location.
• Monitor access control points, verify credentials and visitor authorization, issue visitor badges, and maintain accurate access and incident logs.
• Respond to access-related incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating concerns according to site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of the facility, entry points, perimeter, and restricted areas to help identify unusual activity or conditions.
• Support the protection of sensitive technology infrastructure by following established visitor escort, delivery, and restricted-area access procedures.

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.

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 relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com.