Security Officer Full Time Armed Patrol Clearance Required

Allied Universal; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; 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 Full Time Armed Patrol in Arlington, VA. The role requires an active DoD Secret Clearance, an Armed Guard Card/License, and compliance with site policies. You will patrol, monitor access, respond to incidents, and maintain detailed reports.

Eligible candidates are 21+ with a high school diploma or equivalent. A background check and drug screen are required, with opportunities for growth and access to our tools and benefits.

Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret Clearance required.
• Armed Guard Card or License required.
• 21+ years old for armed roles.
• Background investigation as per federal, state and local laws.
• Drug screen required as a condition of employment.
• Licensing requirements may be required by state/local laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and contractors per site policies and emergency procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms and critical situations calmly and professionally.
• Conduct regular armed patrols of facilities, access points, parking areas and perimeters.
• Monitor access control points and verify credentials and contractor entry requirements.
• Prepare incident reports, patrol logs, and daily activity documentation for supervision.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Patrol experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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 Armed Patrol Clearance Required in Arlington, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Aero/Defense, and more. As an Armed Security Officer supporting an aerospace and defense location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and respond professionally to site needs. You will use strong communication and customer service skills while supporting a caring, agile, reliable, and innovative team that acts with integrity. An active DoD Secret Clearance and armed guard card/license are required.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $28.33 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Mon: 02:00 PM - 10:00 PM
• Tue: 02:00 PM - 10:00 PM
• Fri: 11:59 PM - 08:00 AM
• Sat: 10:00 PM - 06:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and contractors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at an aerospace and defense location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established escalation and reporting procedures.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of assigned facilities, access points, parking areas, and perimeter locations to help deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access control points and verify credentials, visitor authorization and contractor entry requirements in accordance with site-specific procedures.
• Prepare accurate incident reports, patrol logs, and daily activity documentation, and communicate relevant observations to Allied Universal supervision and site contacts.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess an Armed Guard Card or License.
• Maintain an active DoD Secret Clearance.
• Handcuffing Certification is preferred.
• Pepper Spray Certification is preferred.
• Be at least 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.
• Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
• 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.

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