Security Officer Armed _DCJS Armed Required

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 Armed Patrol Driver Full Time in Sterling, VA , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Security Officer in a government location, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and support a professional environment through strong communication and customer service. This is an armed and driving post for a dependable professional who values teamwork, acts with integrity, and brings an agile, reliable approach to every shift.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $24.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon07:30 AM - 05:30 PMWed07:30 AM - 05:30 PMThur07:30 AM - 05:30 PMFri07:30 AM - 05:30 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors, staff, and members of the public by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities at a government location.
• Monitor entrances, screening areas, and restricted access points while following posted protocols and documenting unusual activity, policy concerns, and/or screening-related incidents.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, communicating with supervisors, public officials, and/or emergency personnel as needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout buildings, public areas, and perimeter locations to help to deter unauthorized activity and report maintenance, access control, and/or security-related concerns.
• Carry and maintain assigned armed post equipment in accordance with company policy, licensing requirements, and site guidelines while remaining prepared to respond to escalated situations.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least 2 years of security-related experience.
• A valid driver’s license is required in the state where the job is located.
• Possess an armed guard card and/or license.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• CPR and/or 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.

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:

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Requisition ID

2026-1638460