Security Officer Full Time Access Credential Support

Allied Universal; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial and Health Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal, North America’s leading security and facility services company, is seeking a Security Officer Full Time Access Credential Support in Portsmouth, VA. You will manage entry points, verify credentials, monitor access activity, and conduct routine patrols to deter security incidents, while delivering exceptional customer service.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a background check, and compliance with licensing and safety requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior security or access control experience preferred.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and contractors by carrying out access control procedures and site-specific policies.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify credentials and authorization, and maintain access-related records.
• Respond to access-related incidents calmly and follow escalation and reporting procedures.
• Conduct regular patrols of designated areas, access points, and the perimeter to deter unauthorized activity.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Access control

Patrol monitoring

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CPR/First Aid certification

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 Full Time Access Credential Support in Portsmouth, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Aero/Defense, and more. As an Access Control Officer supporting an aerospace and defense location, you will help manage entry points, verify credentials, monitor access activity, and conduct routine patrols to help deter security-related incidents. Provide exceptional customer service and clear communication while supporting a welcoming environment. Join Allied Universal, where an agile, reliable, and innovative team puts people first, works together, and acts with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.50 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Mon 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM
• Tue 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM
• Wed 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM
• Thur 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM
• Sun 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and contractors by carrying out access control procedures, site-specific policies, and, when appropriate, emergency response activities at an aerospace and defense location.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify credentials and authorization, process visitor and contractor access, and maintain accurate access-related records.
• Respond to access-related incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established escalation and reporting procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of designated areas, access points, and the perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity.

Minimum Requirements:

• A guard card or license is preferred.
• CPR and/or First Aid 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.

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.