Security Officer - Flex Patrol Deployment

About the role

Allied Universal® is seeking a Security Professional Branch Flex Officer to serve and safeguard clients across a wide range of industries, including healthcare, education, finance, retail, and more. The position is based in Reston, VA, and offers hands‑on experience, diverse work environments, and a pathway to long‑term career advancement within the security industry.

Pay

Pay Rate: $26.58 per hour

Schedule

You will work 30–40 hours per week. Shifts, days, locations, and assignments change regularly and are assigned through a combination of manager‑assigned shifts and the Earn More, Claim‑A‑Shift self‑scheduling program. Expect irregular shifts with little to no advance notice, including holidays, nights, and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Perform security patrols of designated areas on foot or in a vehicle.
• Watch for irregular or unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards.
• Sound alarms or call police or fire department in case of fire or presence of unauthorized persons.
• Warn violators of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles.
• Permit authorized persons to enter property and monitor entrances and exits.
• Observe departing personnel to protect against theft of company property and ensure authorized removal of property complies with client requirements.
• Investigate and prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities; maintain written logs as required by the post.
• Aid customers, employees, and visitors in a courteous and professional manner.
• Make emergency notifications as necessary pursuant to site Post Orders.

Basic Qualifications

• Must be available to work varying shifts, including holidays, nights, and weekends.
• Reliable transportation is required.
• Must be available for last‑minute shift scheduling and able to travel required distances.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Subject to a background investigation in accordance with all applicable laws.
• Subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may apply based on state or local regulations.
• A valid driver’s license is required for driving positions only.

Additional Considerations

• Ability to speak, read, and write in multiple languages (e.g., Spanish, Portuguese, French, Arabic) is a plus.
• Prior security, military, or law‑enforcement experience is desirable.