Security Officer Entry Access

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 Entry Access in Columbia, SC , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Access Control professional supporting a commercial real estate location. You will monitor entry points, verify credentials, manage badge access, and assist visitors and employees with professional, customer-focused service. Using computer or tablet systems, you will help maintain an orderly environment, report security-related concerns, and work collaboratively with site teams. Bring your reliability, integrity, and commitment to a caring culture that puts people first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $17.32 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeWed12:00 AM - 08:00 AMThur12:00 AM - 08:00 AMFri04:00 PM - 12:00 AMSat04:00 PM - 12:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to tenants, visitors, contractors, and property personnel by carrying out site-specific access control procedures, policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Monitor and manage access to commercial real estate locations by verifying credentials, maintaining visitor records, and directing authorized individuals in accordance with site requirements.
• Respond to access-related incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner; notify appropriate personnel and document activities according to site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of building entrances, common areas, parking facilities, and perimeter locations to help identify unauthorized access, unusual activity, and/or facility concerns.
• Maintain accurate access control logs, incident reports, and shift communications while providing professional support to Allied Universal leadership and site stakeholders.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least 1 year of security-related experience.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Comfortable use of a computer or tablet 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 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.

BENEFITS:

• Health insurance and 401k plans for full-time positions
• Schedules that fit with your personal life goals
• Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities
• Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more…

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

2026-1745027