Armed Security Guard – Part-time | Springfield (LCOE-DW7HLN)

Responsibilities

• Conduct armed patrols, access control, CCTV and alarm monitoring, and incident reporting.
• Ensure the safety of customer personnel, visitors, and property by deterring threats, enforcing procedures, and responding to emergencies with professionalism and strict adherence to security protocols.
• Provide high-quality security services to protect people and property at the facility.
• Build, improve, and maintain effective relationships with client employees and guests.
• Report safety concerns, security breaches, and unusual circumstances verbally and in writing.
• Handle security issues and emergency situations according to protocol.
• Follow all directives relating to site-specific operations, including manuals and post orders.
• Greet and welcome visitors and employees; answer questions and assist as needed.
• Patrol the facility on foot or in a vehicle.
• Answer phones, monitor closed-circuit television systems, and alarms.
• Perform additional security-related duties as assigned.
• Support after-hours or weekend coverage as mission requires (overtime is compensated).

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in armed security or related field.
• US Citizenship is required.
• 2+ years in the military or armed security.
• Minimum 1 year full-time armed civilian law enforcement experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, if required.
• Valid Armed DCJS license.
• Basic Life Support CPR/AED and First Aid certification from the AHA or ARC.
• No criminal convictions and a valid driver’s license.
• 21 years of age or older.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Pass a background check and drug test.
• Reliable transportation.
• Complete training modules within the first month.
• Demonstrate a commitment to service, organization values, and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor at all times.
• Ability to remain calm, professional, and effective in high-stress situations.
• Effective oral and written communication skills; able to write informatively, clearly, and accurately.
• Must be able to move equipment weighing up to 40 pounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret Clearance.
• 3-5 years of armed security experience.

Local travel infrequent. Applicants must have an Active DoD Secret Clearance.

Benefits

At CSCI we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include:

• Health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits.
• Generous paid leave.
• Professional development and tuition assistance.
• Work-life balance programs.

Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category.

Pay

Compensation at CSCI is determined by various factors, including education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements.

Salary Range: $27 – $35 per hour (based on full-time status).