Security Officer Security Clearance Front Desk

Alliedbarton Security Services; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Universal in North Charleston, SC seeks a Security Officer (Front Desk) to welcome visitors, verify credentials, manage access and monitor entry activity at a technology/media location. The role emphasizes customer service and adherence to site procedures in a professional environment.

The position is full-time with a pay rate of $24.72/hour. Must have DoD Top Secret clearance, at least 1 year of armed security or law enforcement experience, a Law Enforcement Officer License, and a high

Qualifications

• Active DoD Top Secret Clearance required.
• Minimum 1 year armed security, law enforcement, and/or military experience.
• Minimum 1 year security-related experience.
• Law Enforcement Officer License required.
• 18+ for unarmed, 21+ for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service at a front desk following site-specific procedures and access protocols.
• Greet visitors, verify identification and authorization, issue visitor credentials, and maintain visitor/access records.
• Monitor lobby activity and security systems; escalate unusual activity according to site procedures.
• Respond to incidents and urgent situations in a calm, professional manner; contact appropriate site contacts or responders as needed.
• Direct guests, contractors, and deliveries to deter unauthorized access.

Skills

Customer service

Front desk

Access control

Security procedures

Education

High school diploma

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 Front Desk in North Charleston, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. As a Front Desk Security Professional supporting a technology, media, and telecommunications location, you will welcome visitors, manage access procedures, monitor entry activity, and provide exceptional customer service and communication. Your visible presence will help deter security-related incidents while supporting a professional environment. Join Allied Universal, where agile, reliable, innovative teams put people first and act with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $24.72 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon04:00 PM - 12:00 AMSat08:00 AM - 08:00 PMSun08:00 AM - 08:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service at a front desk within a technology, media, and telecommunications location by following site-specific procedures, access protocols, and security-related policies.
• Greet visitors, verify identification and authorization, issue visitor credentials, and maintain accurate visitor and access records.
• Monitor lobby activity, incoming communications, and security-related systems, escalating unusual activity or access concerns according to site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, visitor concerns, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, including contacting appropriate site contacts and/or emergency responders when needed.
• Support a professional reception environment by directing guests, contractors, and deliveries while helping to deter unauthorized access.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess an active DoD Top Secret Clearance.
• Have at least 1 year of armed security-related, law enforcement, and/or military experience.
• Have at least 1 year of security-related experience.
• Possess a Law Enforcement Officer License.
• 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.

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.