Security Officer Full Time Patrol Alarm Coordination

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.

About the role

As an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a dynamic technology location in Sterling, VA, you will monitor assigned areas, conduct routine patrols, support access control activities, and respond to alarms and other security-related concerns. Your visible presence will help deter incidents while you provide professional customer service and clear communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and, when appropriate, emergency response activities at a technology, media, and telecommunications location.
• Respond to incidents, access concerns, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner; notify appropriate personnel and document observations as required.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of the facility, exterior grounds, parking areas, data-center-adjacent spaces, and perimeter to help identify unusual activity or conditions.
• Monitor access points and visitor activity in accordance with site procedures, assisting with authorized entry processes and reporting unauthorized access attempts.
• Complete detailed activity reports, incident documentation, and shift communications in alignment with Allied Universal and site-specific requirements.

Requirements

• At least one year of security-related experience is required.
• Alarm panel experience is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Access control and/or badge experience is preferred.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.
• Subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• 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 exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Career Growth: Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Financial and Health Benefits: Retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Exclusive Perks: Discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

Pay

$23.18 / hour

Schedule

• Monday: 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM
• Tuesday: 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM
• Wednesday: 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM
• Thursday: 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM
• Sunday: 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM