Security Officer - Flex Armed Clearance Required

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.

As a Security Officer - Flex Armed Clearance Required in Arlington, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Aero/Defense, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Flex Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. Join Allied Universal at a leading aerospace and defense location as an armed patrol officer. You will conduct routine foot and vehicle-area patrols, remain highly visible to help to deter security-related incidents, and respond to alarms and calls for service with calm, clear communication. Bring agility, reliability, and integrity to every interaction while supporting a caring, team-focused culture that values innovation and strong customer service.

Position Type: Flex

Pay Rate: $27.45 / Hour

Job Schedule:

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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to personnel and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at an aerospace and defense location.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including coordinating notifications to site leadership and/or public emergency services as directed.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of buildings, production areas, parking areas, and perimeter points; working environments and conditions may vary by site.
• Control access at entry points and restricted areas by verifying credentials, inspecting vehicles and/or packages when authorized, and maintaining visitor and delivery logs per post orders.
• Complete detailed incident reports, shift activity logs, and patrol documentation, and communicate security-related observations to Allied Universal supervision and site contacts.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess an Armed Guard Card or license.
• Maintain an active DoD Secret clearance.
• Pepper Spray Certification is preferred and may be completed post hire.
• Handcuffing Certification is preferred and may be completed post hire.
• Be at least 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.
• Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
• 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.

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.

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.