Armed Security Officer - Experienced

About the role

Allied Universal® is hiring an Armed Security Officer to provide armed protective services for a high-profile customer in Conway, SC. The officer conducts armed patrols, access control, CCTV and alarm monitoring, incident reporting, and customer service, ensuring the safety of personnel, visitors, and property by deterring threats, enforcing procedures, and responding to emergencies with professionalism and strict adherence to security protocols.

Schedule and pay

• Full-time, morning shift: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• Workdays: Monday through Friday
• Starting base pay: $19.00 per hour
• Weekly and DailyPay options available

Requirements

• Minimum 21 years of age
• High school diploma, GED, or DD214 (honorable discharge) required; or associate’s degree/60 college credits; or police/corrections academy certificate; or graduate of law enforcement/military police training program
• Minimum 6 months armed security, law enforcement, or military experience (client requires +1 year security experience)
• Current driver’s license if driving company or customer vehicle
• Must possess or obtain: Basic Life Support CPR/AED and First Aid (AHA or ARC); federal and state firearms qualifications; National Weapons Detection Training Program (NWDTP) certification; OC, baton, and handcuffing certification; defensive tactics and de-escalation tactics certification
• Must meet one of the following: minimum 2 years armed security experience; minimum 2 years U.S. military service; minimum 1 year full-time armed civilian law enforcement experience
• Able to operate radio/telephone equipment and console monitors
• Effective oral and written communication skills in English
• Problem-solving, attention to detail, active listening, and conflict mediation skills
• Resume required

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality security services to protect people and property
• Build 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 site-specific directives, 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

Preferred qualifications

• Multilingual ability (e.g., Spanish, Portuguese, French, Arabic)
• DHS Homeland Security Federal Protective Service Clearance
• Associate’s degree or higher in Criminal Justice, Security Management, Business, or closely related field

Benefits

• Health insurance and eligibility for company retirement plans
• Flexible schedules to fit personal life goals
• Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities
• Employee discounts through perks program (restaurants, entertainment venues, etc.)
• State training for security license provided at no cost
• Uniforms and training at no cost

Requisition ID: 2026-1711943