Security Officer Part Time Perimeter Patrol Security Clearance

Allied Universal; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Part-Time Security Officer in Arlington, VA to protect personnel and property at a technology/telecom site. You will handle access control, incident response, and routine patrols, while maintaining detailed logs and compliance with site procedures.

We value a 3+ year security background or a college degree, an active DoD Secret Clearance, and relevant licenses. This role emphasizes flexibility, customer service, and adherence to safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years combined law enforcement, military, and/or security experience or a college degree.
• Active DoD Secret Clearance.
• Guard Card/License preferred.
• State/local security license preferred.
• CPR Certification preferred.
• 18+ for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Background check and drug screen required.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and contractors while following site policies and emergency procedures.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials, and report access concerns per site procedures.
• Respond to incidents and alarms in a calm, professional manner per escalation protocols.
• Conduct regular/unarmed patrols of the facility, grounds, parking areas, and perimeter.
• Complete accurate logs, incident reports, and shift handoffs per requirements.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Emergency response

Patrols

Education

College degree

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Guard Card/License

DoD Secret Clearance

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 Part Time Perimeter Patrol Security Clearance in Arlington, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, 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.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $26.92 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Sat 03:00 PM - 11:00 PM
• Sun 03:00 PM - 11:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and contractors at a technology, media, and telecommunications location while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Monitor access points, verify visitor and contractor credentials in accordance with site procedures, and report access concerns to the appropriate personnel.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established escalation and reporting protocols.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of the facility, grounds, parking areas, and perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.
• Complete accurate activity logs, incident reports, and shift handoff communications in accordance with Allied Universal and site requirements.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess 3+ years' combined law enforcement, military, and/or security-related experience or a college degree.
• Possess an active DoD Secret Clearance.
• A Guard Card/License is preferred.
• A state, county, or city-issued security-related license is preferred.
• CPR Certification 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 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.

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.