Unarmed Security Officer - BPMI NY

Diversified Protection Corporation; City of Schenectady (NY); Hybrid; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Diversified Protection Corporation in Schenectady, NY seeks an Unarmed Security Officer to join our mission-critical BPMI security team. You will enforce access control, monitor alarms and cameras, protect classified matter, and respond to security incidents with professionalism and integrity in a high-security environment.

Requirements include U.S. citizenship, 21+ years old, High School Diploma or GED, NY State Security Guard License, and the ability to obtain a Final DOE Q clearance.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizen
• 21+ years of age
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• NY State Security Guard License
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q clearance
• Favorable DOE background investigation
• Medical standards compliance
• Proficiency with Windows and security system software

Responsibilities

• Enforce access control and verify personnel authorization
• Protect classified matter and ensure compliance with BPMI security procedures
• Conduct personnel and item inspections to prevent prohibited items
• Monitor alarms, cameras, and access control systems
• Respond to alarms, suspicious activity, and emergencies
• Inspect vaults, secure containers, and office areas
• Maintain logs, reports, and incident documentation
• Coordinate with fire, police, and emergency responders
• Support special security operations as directed

Job description

Unarmed Security Officer

Location

Schenectady, NY

Clearance

Final DOE Q

Pay Rate

$27.00 hourly

Position Overview

Join a mission-critical security team supporting BPMI operations. Security Officers protect personnel, facilities, and classified matter while enforcing strict access control and responding to security incidents. This role requires professionalism, integrity, and the ability to operate within a high-security environment.

Core Duties/Responsibilities

• Enforce access control and verify personnel authorization


• Protect classified matter and ensure compliance with BPMI security procedures


• Conduct personnel and item inspections to prevent prohibited items


• Monitor alarms, cameras, and access control systems


• Respond to alarms, suspicious activity, and emergency situations


• Inspect vaults, secure containers, and office areas for proper safeguarding


• Maintain logs, reports, and incident documentation


• Coordinate with fire, police, and emergency responders


• Support special security operations as directed

Required Qualifications

• U.S. citizen


• 21+ years of age


• High School Diploma or GED equivalent


• NY State Security Guard License


• Prior relevant experience preferred not required


• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q clearance


• Favorable DOE-compliant background investigation


• Ability to meet medical standards (initial + biennial)


• Proficiency with Windows, Microsoft Office, and security system application

Preferred Attributes

• Experience in cleared or high-security environments


• Strong situational awareness and decision-making skills


• Ability to remain calm under pressure


• Professional communication and report writing skills