Security Officer Full Time Patrol Emergency Readiness

Allied Universal; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift access tools

Career growth

Benefits package

Perks program

Job summary

Allied Universal, a leading security and facility services provider, seeks a Security Officer for full-time patrol and emergency readiness in Fairfax, VA. You will safeguard clients across industries, monitor access points, conduct patrols, and ensure safety through professional reporting and calm response to incidents.

The position requires 2+ years in security, strong customer service, and preferred CPR/licensing.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of security-related experience.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• CPR certification preferred.
• Guard card or license preferred.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check required by law.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may apply.
• Valid driver’s license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, employees, visitors, and contractors by carrying out site-specific security procedures and emergency response activities.
• Monitor access points and verify credentials according to site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of the facility and perimeter; report maintenance concerns and policy violations.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional manner; follow escalation procedures.
• Prepare clear, accurate activity reports and communicate observations to site leadership.

Skills

Customer service

Security experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CPR 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 Patrol Emergency Readiness in Fairfax, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Aero/Defense, and more. As an Unarmed Security Officer supporting an aerospace and defense location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and provide exceptional customer service and communication. You will contribute to a professional environment through routine inspections, timely reporting, and teamwork. Join Allied Universal, where our agile, reliable, innovative, and caring culture puts people first and integrity guides every action.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $21.30 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Mon: 05:00 PM - 12:00 AM
• Tue: 05:00 PM - 12:00 AM
• Wed: 05:00 PM - 12:00 AM
• Thur: 05:00 PM - 12:00 AM
• Fri: 05:00 PM - 12:00 AM

What You'll Do

• Provide customer service to clients, employees, visitors, and contractors by carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, policies, and emergency response activities at an aerospace and defense billing operations location.
• Monitor access points and verify visitor, employee, and contractor credentials in accordance with site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of the facility, office areas, parking areas, and perimeter to help identify and report unusual activity, maintenance concerns, and policy violations.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established escalation and reporting procedures.
• Prepare clear, accurate activity reports and communicate observations to site leadership and Allied Universal management.

Minimum Requirements

• Have at least 2 years of security-related experience.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• CPR certification is preferred.
• A guard card or license 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.