Cleared Armed Security Officers

About the role

Patriot Group International Inc. (PGI) is seeking a Cleared Armed Security Officer to join our team in the Columbia, MD area. We offer comprehensive force protection security solutions that protect and deter sophisticated threats and global attacks.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and continuously improve knowledge of written and oral post orders, policies, procedures and standards of conduct
• Prevent all unauthorized access by enforcing all Client and PGI policies including implementing and enforcing badging policies, controlling physical locks and keys, and inspecting persons and equipment
• Provide security protection for all Client and PGI personnel and property within the assigned area of responsibility
• Report or respond to incidents, security, and safety concerns in accordance with established post orders which include responding to alarms
• Monitor security camera and other electronic surveillance systems
• Guide, follow and direct individuals throughout the Site
• Aid in controlling physical and electronic locks and unlocking and locking doors and areas
• Maintain standards of Armed Security Officer competency, conduct, appearance, and integrity, including compliance with PGI and the Client’s Code of Conduct and Uniform Policy
• Execute and deliver various reports as assigned by the Site Manager
• Complete and maintain pre-assignment, client, State, and PGI sustainment training as directed
• Aid in collateral duties including but not limited to armory and security equipment maintenance tasks
• Perform testing and other inspection services related to access control including performing routine inspections and testing of alarms, locks, doors, monitoring systems and other access control mechanisms
• Prevent theft of physical or intellectual property
• Aid in promoting communication and awareness of data center security policies to client employees, vendors, contractors and others

Requirements

• A minimum of one (1) year of security, or one year of local, state, or federal law enforcement experience; or a minimum of two (2) years of honorable military service, active or reserve, in any branch of the US Armed Forces
• A minimum of 21 years of age
• Ability to complete a firearms training course in compliance with Maryland State Police Wear and Carry Permit requirements, and conduct regularly scheduled sustainment training
• Must have reliable transportation during all seasons
• Must fluently speak, read, comprehend, and write in English
• A minimum of a High School diploma or GED
• Must be able to complete Maryland State Police Security Guard Certification including the application process, fingerprints, and background investigation
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and periodic random drug screening

Qualifications

• Current Maryland State Police issued Security Guard Certification
• Current Maryland State Police issued Wear and Carry Permit
• Four (4) years of security, military, or law enforcement experience
• Demonstrated history of safe and successful security operations experience in highly secure facilities
• T/S/SCI clearance with polygraph is preferred

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to bend at the waist, knees, and waist
• Must have the physical ability to perform a variety of training functions
• Ability to walk on uneven surfaces, walking long distances on a training facility, and operate equipment
• Must be physically capable of standing a 12-hour post

Pay Range

The hourly pay range for this position is $40-$45 per hour.