Surveillance Security Officer

Garda World Security; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid holidays

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Career growth

Uniform provided

Job summary

GardaWorld Security is hiring a Surveillance Lead Security Officer in Sylmar, California. The role focuses on monitoring security systems, detecting threats, and reporting incidents from a security operations setting.

The position is full-time on a 3rd shift (Thu–Sun, 11:00 PM–7:30 AM), offering $19.50 per hour, benefits including medical/dental/vision, 401(k) with match, paid holidays, disability coverage, and life insurance. Uniforms provided, opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Driver's license required.
• Strong report writing skills.
• Good eyesight and ability to maintain focus.
• Proficiency with technology required.
• Security, Military or Law Enforcement experience is a plus.
• State security license (BSIS Guard Card) and 32h BSIS trainings required or obtained during hiring.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security systems to detect suspicious activity.
• Document events and incidents with detailed reports.
• Respond quickly to incidents or potential threats.
• Conduct regular patrols to ensure premises safety.
• Control access to secure areas and verify visitor identities.
• Analyze security systems to identify vulnerabilities or malfunctions.
• Collaborate with law enforcement in emergencies.
• Ensure safety and protection of people and property.

Skills

Observation skills

Report writing

Technology proficiency

Driver's license

Authorized to work in US

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

GardaWorld Security Services is Now Hiring a Surveillance Lead Security Officer!

Ready to suit up as a Surveillance Lead Security Guard?

What matters most about a role like this is your sharp eye, capturing every detail as you scan a series of screens. Tell us about your strong observation skills with attention to detail.

As a Security Officer - Surveillance, you will be the person spotting threats before they escape in environments such as a security operations centers, call centers, parking gatehouses, etc.

What's in it for you:

• Site Location: Sylmar, California
• Set Schedule: Full-time, 3rd Shift, Thursday through Sunday 11:00PM - 7:30AM, 32 hours per week
• Competitive hourly wage of $19.50 / hour (DailyPay is available for GardaWorld employees!)
• A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, a 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions, paid holidays, disability coverage, and life insurance options
• Career growth opportunities at GardaWorld
• Uniform provided at no cost

Responsibilities of Surveillance Security Guard

• Monitor security systems to detect any suspicious activity
• Document observed events and incidents, writing detailed reports
• Respond quickly to incidents or potential threats
• Conduct regular patrols to ensure the safety of the premises
• Control access to secure areas and verify the identities of visitors
• Analyze security systems to identify potential vulnerabilities or malfunctions
• Collaborate with law enforcement in case of serious situations or emergencies
• Ensure the safety and protection of individuals and property

Qualifications of a Surveillance Security Guard

• Be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Be able to provide documentation of High School Diploma or GED
• You have a driver's license
• Strong report writing skills
• Good eyesight and excellent abilities to maintain focus
• Strong proficiency with technology
• If you have Security, Military, Law Enforcement experience - even better!
• You have a state security license (BSIS Guard Card) and additional 32hr BSIS security trainings (Additional security trainings can be obtained during the hiring process).

If you're ambitious with an entrepreneurial spirit - someone who wants to be a GardaWorld Ambassador - a promising career awaits you!

GardaWorld Security is a global champion in sophisticated and tailored security solutions, employing and training highly skilled and dedicated professionals across the globe.

Not the job for you? Make sure to check out all our jobs! We also have tactical, concierge, and even casual roles available.

It is the policy of GardaWorld Security Services to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability in accordance with applicable federal laws. In addition, GardaWorld Security Services complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to hiring, placement, assignment, promotion, termination, layoffs, recalls, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. It is also the policy of GardaWorld Security Services not to honor requests that employees be assigned on the basis of sex or any other classification protected by law, unless such request is based on a bona fide occupational qualification for that assignment.

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