Security Officer - Full Time Unarmed Patrol Checkpoint Operations

Allied Universal; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Health Benefits

Job summary

Allied Universal in Herndon, VA is seeking a Security Officer (Full Time, Unarmed Patrol) to protect client sites and maintain a safe environment. You will perform routine patrols, monitor access points, assist visitors and employees, and support reporting and incident response with professionalism.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 18+ years old for unarmed roles, and background checks/drug screens as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Access control and badge experience preferred.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Ability to use a computer or tablet.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, contractors, and vendors per site procedures.
• Conduct regular unarmed patrols of offices, entrances, parking areas, and perimeter to identify and report concerns.
• Monitor access points and visitor activity per site procedures.
• Respond to incidents calmly, following escalation and reporting protocols.
• Prepare accurate activity and incident reports for site leadership.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Computer literacy

Observation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Badge access control

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 Unarmed Patrol Checkpoint Operations in Herndon, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. As an unarmed Patrol Officer at a dynamic technology location, you will conduct routine patrols, monitor assigned areas, and maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents. You will support access control, assist visitors and employees with professionalism, and use computer or tablet systems as needed. Join Allied Universal to deliver exceptional customer service through teamwork, integrity, reliability, and innovation.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $21.63 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon11:00 PM - 07:00 AMTue11:00 PM - 07:00 AMFri11:00 PM - 07:00 AMSat11:00 PM - 07:00 AMSun11:00 PM - 07:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, contractors, and/or vendors at a corporate technology location by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of office spaces, entrances, parking areas, loading zones, and the surrounding perimeter to help identify and report unusual activity or facility concerns.
• Monitor access points and visitor activity in accordance with site procedures, helping to maintain an orderly environment for personnel and guests.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established escalation and reporting protocols.
• Prepare clear, accurate activity and incident reports and communicate relevant observations to site leadership and Allied Universal management.

Minimum Requirements:

• Access control/badge experience is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet 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.

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.

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.

Requisition ID

2026-1747295