Security Officer Full Time Armed Patrol

Security Officer Full Time Armed Patrol

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 Full Time Armed Patrol in Reston, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Healthcare, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Patrol Officer in a healthcare location, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, stay visible to help reduce incidents, and support a welcoming environment through strong customer service and communication. In this armed post, you will respond to security-related concerns with professionalism, teamwork, and integrity while representing a caring, reliable, and innovative approach each day.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $21.74 / Hour

Job Schedule:

Day Time Mon 08:30 AM - 03:00 PM

Tue 08:30 AM - 03:00 PM

Wed 08:30 AM - 03:00 PM

Thur 08:30 AM - 03:00 PM

Fri 08:30 AM - 03:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to staff, patients, and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities appropriate to a healthcare location.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including situations that may require an armed presence in accordance with post orders and applicable guidelines.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout buildings, parking areas, and perimeter locations, observing and reporting unusual activity and/or potential concerns.
• Monitor access points and help to deter unauthorized entry, directing visitors, contractors, and staff according to location protocols and reporting access-related issues.
• Document incidents, observations, and security-related activities in written reports, and communicate with supervisors, local authorities, and/or site contacts as needed.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least 2 years of security-related experience.
• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Possess a DCJS license for Virginia only.
• CPR and First Aid certification is 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.

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 and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

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:

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Requisition ID 2026-1624967