Security Officer - Unarmed Patrol Badge Processing

Alliedbarton Security Services; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 56,550,000 - 76,509,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Retirement & Health Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal in Sterling, VA, is seeking a Security Officer (Unarmed Patrol) to safeguard clients across tech, media, and telecom environments. You will perform routine patrols, monitor areas, manage access, and deliver exceptional customer service in a fast-paced setting.

The role requires strong communication, professionalism, and integrity, with a schedule that includes nights and weekends. Join a team that values reliability, innovation, and a people-first culture.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of security-related experience is required.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• CPR and/or First Aid certification is preferred.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check and drug screen required by law.
• Licensing requirements depend on state/local laws; driver’s license for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, contractors, and vendors at a technology, media, and telecommunications location by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of the facility, data center areas, access points, parking areas, and perimeter to help identify unusual activity, hazards, and policy concerns.
• Monitor access control points, verify credentials as directed, maintain visitor and contractor entry records, and report access-related concerns in accordance with site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner; communicate observations to appropriate personnel and complete required documentation.
• Support a professional environment by providing directions, assisting with routine inquiries, maintaining awareness of assigned areas, and following Allied Universal and site-specific post orders.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Patrol operations

Communication skills

Computer/tablet use

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

Security Officer Unarmed Patrol Badge Processing in Sterling, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Unarmed Patrol Officer supporting a dynamic technology, media, and telecommunications location. You will conduct routine patrols, monitor assigned areas, help to deter incidents through a visible presence, support access control activities, and deliver exceptional customer service. Bring your communication skills, professionalism, and integrity to a team that is agile, reliable, innovative, and people-first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $23.18 / Hour

Job Schedule: Mon 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM Tue 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM Wed 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM Thur 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM Sun 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, contractors, and vendors at a technology, media, and telecommunications location by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of the facility, data center areas, access points, parking areas, and perimeter to help identify unusual activity, hazards, and policy concerns.
• Monitor access control points, verify credentials as directed, maintain visitor and contractor entry records, and report access-related concerns in accordance with site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner; communicate observations to appropriate personnel and complete required documentation.
• Support a professional environment by providing directions, assisting with routine inquiries, maintaining awareness of assigned areas, and following Allied Universal and site-specific post orders.

Minimum Requirements:

• At least 1 year of security-related experience is required.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• CPR and/or First Aid 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 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.

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.