Security Professional with Active DoD Clearance

Alliedbarton Security Services; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Health Benefits

Retirement Savings Plan

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Professional with Active DoD Clearance in Carlsbad, CA to safeguard clients across aerospace and defense sectors. You will manage front-desk operations, verify credentials, and maintain visitor and access records.

As part of a dynamic team, you will monitor alarms and security systems, respond calmly to incidents, and support a welcoming, professional environment while upholding site procedures and safety standards.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of security-related experience.
• Active DoD Secret clearance required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check and drug screening required.
• 18+ or 21+ depending on role.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and contractors at a front desk and manage site-specific access-control procedures.
• Greet visitors, verify identification and authorization, issue visitor credentials, and maintain visitor/access records.
• Monitor alarms and security systems, and report unusual activity to appropriate personnel.
• Respond to incidents calmly and follow established emergency response procedures.
• Coordinate with Allied Universal leadership and site representatives to maintain a professional front-desk environment.

Skills

Security experience

Customer service

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Alarm panel experience

CPR/First Aid certification

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 Professional with Active DoD Clearance in Carlsbad, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Aero/Defense, and more. As a Front Desk Security Professional at a leading aerospace and defense location, you will serve as a welcoming, professional presence while monitoring access, supporting visitor management, responding to security-related concerns, and communicating clearly with employees and guests. Your attention to detail and customer service will help maintain a controlled environment. Join Allied Universal's agile, reliable, innovative team, where caring, teamwork, and integrity guide every interaction.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $24.67 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon09:30 PM - 05:30 AMTue09:30 PM - 05:30 AMFri05:30 AM - 01:30 PMSat05:30 AM - 01:30 PMSun05:30 AM - 01:30 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and/or contractors by carrying out site-specific procedures and access-control protocols at a front desk within an aerospace and defense location.
• Greet visitors, verify identification and authorization, issue visitor credentials, and maintain accurate visitor and access records in accordance with site policies.
• Monitor incoming communications, alarms, and/or security-related systems, and promptly report unusual activity or concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Respond to incidents, access concerns, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established emergency response procedures.
• Support a professional front-desk environment by providing directions, answering routine inquiries, and coordinating with Allied Universal leadership and site representatives as needed.

Minimum Requirements:

• At least 6 months of security-related experience is required.
• An active Department of Defense Secret clearance is required.
• CPR and First Aid certification is preferred.
• Alarm panel experience 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:

• 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.

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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.