Security Officer Desk Security Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

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.

Job Description

As a Security Officer Desk Security Associate in Herndon, VA , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, 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. Join Allied Universal at a dynamic tech and telecommunications location where you will serve as the first point of contact at the front desk, helping to monitor access, greet visitors, manage credentials, and support security-related communications. This role offers the chance to deliver outstanding customer service while contributing to a professional environment built on agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $22.50 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeSat07:00 AM - 03:00 PMSun07:00 AM - 03:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and employees at the front desk by following site-specific procedures and supporting access control and other security-related protocols.
• Monitor lobby and reception activity, verify credentials as required, and document visitor/vendor arrivals, deliveries, and other front desk interactions in accordance with location guidelines.
• Respond to incidents, questions, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating concerns to the appropriate contact when needed.
• Support emergency response activities by communicating instructions, maintaining awareness of front desk conditions, and reporting unusual or suspicious activity.
• Assist with telephone, badge, and administrative support duties connected to the front desk post while helping to deter unauthorized access and security-related concerns.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least 1 year of security-related experience.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• A state, county, and/or city-issued security license is preferred.
• Alarm panel experience is preferred.
• A guard card/license 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Why Join Us:

• 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.

Closing

Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information:

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit:

Requisition ID

2026-1619952