Security Officer Security Clearance Access Control Operations

Alliedbarton Security Services; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial and Health Benefits

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer (Access Control Operations) in McLean, VA to oversee entry points, verify credentials, and monitor access at a high-profile aerospace and defense location. You will provide professional customer service and respond to security concerns with integrity.

The role requires an active DoD Secret Clearance, a high school diploma, and a flexible shift schedule. Pay is $25.24 per hour and includes full-time benefits and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret Clearance
• Background investigation required by federal, state and local laws
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Drug screen required
• Licensing requirements may apply; driver’s license needed for driving roles

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and contractors at an aerospace and defense location by carrying out site-specific access-control procedures, policies, and emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials and authorization, maintain visitor and contractor entry records, and direct individuals in accordance with site requirements.
• Respond to access-control incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating concerns through established reporting channels.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned access points, facilities, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized entry and identify security-related concerns.
• Document incidents, access-control activity, and unusual observations accurately and promptly in accordance with Allied Universal and site procedures.

Skills

Active DoD Secret Clearance

Background check required

High school diploma or equivalent

Drug screen required

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 Security Clearance Access Control Operations in Mc Lean, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Aero/Defense, and more. As an Access Control Officer supporting a high-profile aerospace and defense location, you will manage entry points, verify credentials, monitor access activity, and help maintain a secure environment for personnel and visitors. You will provide professional customer service, communicate clearly, and respond to security-related concerns with integrity. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, innovative team, where a caring culture, teamwork, and accountability come first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $25.24 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeTue06:00 AM - 04:00 PMWed06:00 AM - 04:00 PMThur06:00 AM - 04:00 PMFri06:00 AM - 04:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and contractors at an aerospace and defense location by carrying out site-specific access-control procedures, policies, and emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials and authorization, maintain visitor and contractor entry records, and direct individuals in accordance with site requirements.
• Respond to access-control incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating concerns through established reporting channels.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned access points, facilities, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized entry and identify security-related concerns.
• Document incidents, access-control activity, and unusual observations accurately and promptly in accordance with Allied Universal and site procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess an active DoD Secret Clearance.
• 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.

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Requisition ID

2026-1676214