Security Officer - Open Availability

Allied Universal; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k plans

Paid training programs

Employee discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Professional - Unarmed in Reston, Virginia. You will conduct unarmed foot and vehicle patrols in school and government environments, control access, monitor CCTV, and complete reports.

The role emphasizes safety, customer service, and adherence to site policies. Candidates must be 18+ for unarmed roles, have a high school diploma or 5 years experience, pass background checks and drug screens, and hold a valid driver’s license if required.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years verifiable experience
• Background check required in accordance with all laws
• Drug screen required where permitted by law
• Licensing requirements may be required
• Valid driver’s license required for driving positions only

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service while carrying out safety and security procedures and site policies
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter; scope varies by client site

Skills

Customer service

Patrol procedures

Incident response

Report writing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent / 5 years verifiable experience

Job description

Overview

Company 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

Allied Universal® is hiring a Security Professional - Unarmed. The Security Professional will conduct unarmed foot and/or vehicle patrol (interior and/or exterior) in a School and Government environment. Additional duties include control access and egress; monitor CCTV and alarm systems; compose reports; deter criminal activity and misconduct. Due to the safety sensitive nature of this role, qualified candidates must be able to submit to drug screening to the extent permissible by law.

In‑Person Hiring Event – Loudoun County Public Schools & Loudoun County Government Sites

We are hiring both Armed and Unarmed Security Officers!

Date: Friday, August 28, 2026

Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Location: 1881 Campus Commons Drive, Suite 105, Reston, VA

Pay: $18.50+/hour, depending on position

Schedule: Monday–Friday, with weekends off!

Please bring an updated resume and dress in business casual attire.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to our clients by carrying out safety and security procedures, site‑specific policies and when appropriate, emergency response activities
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter. Working environments and conditions may vary by client site.

Qualifications (must Have)

• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience
• 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

Benefits

• Health insurance and 401k plans for full‑time positions
• Schedules that fit with your personal life goals
• Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities
• Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more…

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