Security Officer – Lobby Reception Security Clearance

Allied Universal; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Retirement Plan

Perks Program

Job summary

Allied Universal in McLean, VA is hiring a Part-Time Security Officer – Lobby Reception Security Clearance. You will be the first point of contact, managing access control, visitor processing, and logs while upholding security procedures.

The role requires an active DoD Secret Clearance, a high school diploma, and compliance with background checks and drug screening. Flexible part-time shifts and a focus on customer service are offered by Allied Universal.

Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret Clearance is required.
• Candidates must be 21+ years old.
• A background investigation will be conducted.
• A drug screen is required where permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may apply per state/local laws.
• A valid driver’s license is required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to personnel and visitors at the front desk following Allied Universal procedures.Control access by greeting, screening visitors, and issuing temporary badges.Monitor security systems and document unusual activity; notify site contacts as required.
• Respond to incidents calmly, with clear reporting and escalation per site procedures.
• Maintain accurate logs and incident documentation per site requirements.

Skills

Active DoD Secret Clearance

21+ years

High school diploma or equivalent

Background investigation

Drug screen

Licensing awareness

Driver's license (driving positions)

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

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 – Lobby Reception Security Clearance in Mc Lean, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Aero/Defense, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. As a Front Desk Officer at an aerospace and defense location, you will be the first point of contact for employees and visitors, supporting access control, ID checks, and visitor processing while maintaining clear logs and communications. You will help identify and report security-related concerns with professionalism and calm customer service. At Allied Universal, you will work with an agile, reliable, innovative team that puts people first and acts with integrity.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $25.24 / Hour

Job Schedule

DayTimeSat07:00 AM - 03:00 PMSun07:00 AM - 03:00 PM

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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What You’ll Do

• Provide customer service to personnel and visitors at the front desk by following Allied Universal security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Control access to the location by greeting and screening visitors, checking identification and/or credentials, issuing temporary badges when authorized, and directing individuals to the appropriate contact or check-in point.
• Monitor security-related systems and communications from the reception area, document unusual activity, and notify site contacts and/or public responders as required by post orders.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including reporting, escalation, and coordination with client representatives per site procedures.
• Maintain accurate security-related records such as visitor logs, delivery logs, key and badge accountability, and incident documentation in accordance with site requirements.

Minimum Requirements

• Have an Active DoD Secret Clearance.
• Be 21+ Years of Age.
• 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.

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.