Unarmed Security Officer - Access Control & Growth

AUS; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools program access

Career growth opportunities

Benefits: medical, dental, vision, and

Perks Program discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking an Access Control Security Officer in Lynchburg, VA to safeguard clients across manufacturing and industrial sites. You will verify badges, screen visitors, respond to alarms, and monitor access to maintain a secure environment while delivering excellent customer service.

The role emphasizes professional communication, integrity, and teamwork, with a focus on safety and rapid incident response. Day shifts are available, and compensation is $21.63 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience with access control systems and badge verification.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Alarm panel experience preferred.
• Must be comfortable using a computer or tablet.
• Age 18+ for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and contractors at a manufacturing location.
• Monitor and control access to the facility, verify credentials and authorization, maintain logs.
• Respond to access-control alarms, incidents, and critical situations, escalate as needed.
• Conduct regular patrols of entry points, restricted areas, and perimeter.
• Complete accurate reports and communicate security information to management.

Skills

Customer service experience

Access control experience

Alarm panel experience

Computer/tablet proficiency

Age 18+ (21+ for armed)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Allied Universal is seeking an Access Control Security Officer in Lynchburg, VA to safeguard clients across manufacturing and industrial sites. You will verify badges, screen visitors, respond to alarms, and monitor access to maintain a secure environment while delivering excellent customer service.

The role emphasizes professional communication, integrity, and teamwork, with a focus on safety and rapid incident response. Day shifts are available, and compensation is $21.63 per hour.