Security Officer Security Clearance Protection

Allied Universal; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 43,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

retirement plans

Disability insurance

Paid holidays

Vacation after 1 year

Employee perks program

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a full-time Security Officer in Saint Louis, MO. You will protect clients across industries, monitor areas, deter incidents, and deliver excellent customer service. The role requires a valid security license and an active clearance where applicable.

Schedule varies with business needs; minimum 30 hours/week. The position emphasizes flexibility, professional integrity, and community impact.

Qualifications

• At least one year of security-related experience.
• Active DoD Secret Clearance is required.
• State/city security license preferred; Guard Card/license preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service following site policies and emergency procedures.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations calmly and effectively.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the client site and perimeter.

Skills

Security experience

Active clearance

Guard card/license

High school diploma

Background check

Drug screen

Driver license (for driving positions)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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 Full Time Security Clearance Information Protection in Saint Louis, MO, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Aero/Defense, and more. Join Allied Universal as a Security Officer supporting a dynamic aerospace and defense location. You will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, conduct routine access-control activities, and provide exceptional customer service and communication. Bring your professionalism and integrity to a team that is agile, reliable, innovative, and committed to putting people first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $31.50 / Hour

Job Schedule:

This is a full-time position. You can expect to work a minimum of 30 hours per week. The schedule for this position has not been assigned yet. If you are selected to move forward, your schedule will be determined as you progress through the hiring, onboarding, and training process. Your manager will work with you to assign a schedule based on business needs before your start date.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related 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.

Minimum Requirements:

• At least one year of security-related experience is required.
• An active Department of Defense Secret Clearance is required.
• A state, county, or city-issued security-related license is preferred.
• A Guard Card or license is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet 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:

• Flexible Scheduling: Choose from a variety of open shifts that align with your availability and lifestyle.
• Career Growth: Clear path to full-time roles and ongoing advancement through paid training programs.
• Smart Tools: Access exclusive technology for real-time shift visibility and claiming.
• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, retirement plans, and disability insurance; seven holidays annually paid at time and a half, if worked; 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments (unused vacation is only paid out where required by law).
• Employee Perks: Enjoy discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and more 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.