Security Officer Security Clearance Reception

Allied Universal; Cherry Hill Township (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer with DoD Secret Clearance at our Cherry Hill, NJ location. The role focuses on front desk duties, visitor management, and access control for an aerospace/defense site. You will greet visitors, verify credentials, monitor security systems, and respond to incidents with professionalism.

The position is a full-time, hourly role with night shift hours. A minimum of 2 years in security, active clearance, and high school diploma are required, with

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and vendors at a front desk within an aerospace and defense business location while carrying out site-specific security‑related procedures and policies.
• Greet visitors, verify identification and authorization, issue visitor credentials as directed, and maintain accurate visitor and access records.
• Monitor access points, cameras, alarms, and communication systems from a stationary post; report unusual activity or access concerns according to site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem‑solving manner, contacting appropriate site contacts and/or emergency responders as directed.
• Support a professional lobby environment by providing directions, answering routine inquiries, and helping to deter unauthorized access to restricted areas.

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 Reception Coordinator in Cherry Hill, NJ, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Aero/Defense, and more. As a Front Desk Officer at a leading aerospace and defense location, you will greet visitors, manage access, monitor security-related systems, and communicate professionally with employees and guests. Your visible presence will help support a secure environment while delivering outstanding customer service. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, and innovative team, where a caring culture, teamwork, and integrity guide everything we do.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $19.96 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon11:00 PM - 07:00 AMTue11:00 PM - 07:00 AMWed11:00 PM - 07:00 AMThur11:00 PM - 07:00 AMFri11:00 PM - 07:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and vendors at a front desk within an aerospace and defense business location while carrying out site-specific security‑related procedures and policies.
• Greet visitors, verify identification and authorization, issue visitor credentials as directed, and maintain accurate visitor and access records.
• Monitor access points, cameras, alarms, and communication systems from a stationary post; report unusual activity or access concerns according to site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem‑solving manner, contacting appropriate site contacts and/or emergency responders as directed.
• Support a professional lobby environment by providing directions, answering routine inquiries, and helping to deter unauthorized access to restricted areas.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess at least 2 years of security-related experience.
• Possess an active DoD Secret Clearance.
• CPR/First Aid certification is preferred.
• Comfortably use a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Alarm panel experience 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 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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