Tactical Security Officer

GardaWorld; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid holidays

Disability coverage

Life insurance

Uniform provided

Job summary

GardaWorld Security Services of California, Inc. CA is hiring a Tactical Security Officer in San Jose, CA. The role focuses on environment reading, risk anticipation and appropriate action across retail stores, airports and detention centers.

Position emphasizes continuous patrolling, rapid threat response, and access control. Competitive pay, set night schedule, and comprehensive benefits are offered to support your security career.

Qualifications

• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• High School Diploma or GED
• One year of security experience
• First aid certification is an asset
• Ability to stand and walk for the entire shift
• BSIS Guard Card plus 32hr BSIS trainings (can be obtained during hiring)

Responsibilities

• Patrol sensitive areas to spot suspicious activity
• Verify identities and control access to secure areas
• React quickly to threats or incidents
• Check the proper functioning of alarms and cameras
• Document incidents and actions taken
• Respond to alarms and conduct on-site checks
• Collaborate with law enforcement during serious incidents
• Ensure the safety and protection of individuals and property

Skills

Security experience

Observation

First aid knowledge

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

BSIS Guard Card

BSIS 32hr training

Job description

GardaWorld Security Services is Now Hiring a Tactical Security Officer!

Ready to suit up as a Tactical Security Guard?

What matters most in a role like this is your ability to read the environment, anticipate risk, and act accordingly. Tell us about how your keen sense of observation is one of your greatest strengths.

As a Security Officer – Tactical, physical ability is essential as you will be moving around your entire shift, patrolling environments such as retail stores, airports, detention centers, etc.

What’s In It For You

• Site Location: San Jose, CA
• Set schedule:40 hours per week, Wednesday - Sunday, 11:00 pm - 7:00 am
• Competitive hourly wage of $24 / 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 Tactical Security Guard

• Patrol sensitive areas to spot any suspicious activity
• Verify identities and control access to secure areas
• React quickly to threats or incidents
• Check the proper functioning of alarms and cameras
• Document incidents and actions taken
• Respond to alarms and conduct on-site checks
• Collaborate with law enforcement during serious incidents
• Ensure the safety and protection of individuals and property

Qualifications Of Tactical Security Guard

• Be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Be able to provide documentation of High School Diploma or GED
• One year of Security Experience Required
• First aid certification is an asset
• Ability to stand and walk for the entire shift
• If you have Security, Military, Law Enforcement experience – even better!
• You have a state security license (BSIS Guard Card) and an additional 32hr. BSIS security trainings (Additional security training can be obtained during the hiring process)

In the United States, GardaWorld Security remains the only guarding security company to be Certified by Great Place to Work.

26% of our corporate employees started as frontline workers.

If you’re ambitious with an entrepreneurial spirit – someone who wants to be a GardaWorld Ambassador –

GardaWorld Security Services of California, Inc. CA

Private Patrol Number 16344

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