Security Officer Armed Patrol Access Control
About the role
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 Armed Patrol Access Control in Alexandria, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a 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. As an Armed Security Officer supporting a government location, you will conduct routine patrols, monitor access points, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, and respond to security-related concerns. You will provide professional customer service and clear communication while supporting a welcoming environment. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable team, where integrity, innovation, and a people-first culture guide every shift.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to personnel and visitors at a government location by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities when appropriate.
- Monitor access points, verify credentials as authorized, and maintain awareness of activity at the location to help protect personnel, property, and information.
- Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner; notify appropriate site contacts and public service agencies as directed.
- Conduct regular and random armed patrols of assigned interior and exterior areas, access points, and perimeter; document observations and report irregular conditions.
- Maintain required firearms qualifications, complete assigned reports and activity logs, and follow Allied Universal and site-specific procedures for armed posts.
Requirements
- Possess an armed guard card or license.
- Have at least three years of security-related experience, law enforcement experience, military police experience, or military experience.
- Access control and badge experience is preferred.
- Be comfortable using a computer or tablet, preferred.
- 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.
Benefits
- 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.
Pay
$31.97 per hour
Schedule
Part‑Time. Saturday and Sunday, 5:00 PM – 5:00 AM.