Security Officer with Active Clearance Reception Operations

Allied Universal; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart tools access

Career growth

Health benefits

Perks program discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Front Desk Security Officer in Salt Lake City, UT, supporting an aerospace/defense site. You will welcome visitors, verify credentials, manage access, and uphold professional standards to deter security incidents.

The role requires active DoD Secret Clearance, at least one year of security experience, and a high school diploma. Expect a 12-hour day/night schedule with comprehensive benefits and a strong, supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• At least one year of security-related experience.
• Active DoD Secret Clearance.
• Must be 18+ for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check required by law.
• Drug screen required.
• Licensing may be required by state/local laws.
• Valid driver’s license required for driving roles only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, contractors, and guests at a front desk location.
• Monitor access by verifying visitor credentials and signing in guests.
• Answer calls, provide information, receive deliveries, and maintain records.
• Respond to incidents and alarms following emergency procedures.
• Deter unauthorized access and maintain a professional reception area.

Skills

Security experience

DoD Secret Clearance

Customer service

Attention to detail

Communication skills

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 with Active Clearance Reception Operations in Salt Lake City, UT, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Aero/Defense, and more. As a Front Desk Security Officer supporting an aerospace and defense location, you will welcome visitors, manage access, verify credentials, and maintain a professional presence that helps deter security-related incidents. You will provide exceptional customer service and clear communication while supporting site procedures. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, and innovative team, where a caring culture, teamwork, and integrity put people first.

Position Type

Full Time

Pay Rate

$21.69 / 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, contractors, and guests at a front desk location within an aerospace and defense environment by carrying out site-specific security-related procedures and policies.
• Monitor access to the facility by verifying visitor credentials, following sign-in and badging processes, and directing guests to appropriate contacts or designated areas.
• Answer incoming calls, provide general information, receive deliveries, and maintain accurate visitor, contractor, and incident-related records.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established emergency response procedures and notifying appropriate personnel.
• Help to deter unauthorized access and support a professional, orderly reception area while maintaining awareness of activity at the entry point.

Minimum Requirements

• Possess at least one year of security-related experience.
• 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.