Armed Security Officer

At First Coast Security Solutions, you’ll be part of a team supporting mission‑critical federal operations that truly make a difference. We foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and pride in doing the job right, while providing opportunities for growth and ownership. If you’re looking to contribute to something meaningful and take pride in your work, you’ll fit right in. We are committed to supporting our personnel with the training, resources, and leadership they need to succeed every day. First Coast Security Solutions is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, sex, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Job Skills / Requirements First Coast Security Solutions provides security services nationwide. We are seeking Armed Security Officers for protection of federally owned/leased facilities. This role you will play a critical part in maintaining a secure environment by observing, reporting, and responding to incidents as they arise. You will provide security and safety of client property, visitors, and personnel. Pay Transparency Training Pay: $17.75 /hour Final pay: $31.27/hour +$5.25 Health & Welfare (H&W) upon successful completion of the probationary period. Responsibilities Control access to client facilities by verifying admittance, screening visitors, and preventing unauthorized entry. Provide courteous, professional interactions that reflect positively on the client and security department. Communicate clearly, professionally, and openly with visitors, employees, and team members. Monitor entrances, exits, and overall facility activity, including vehicle inspections, gate operations, CCTV monitoring, and remote access systems. Patrol assigned areas on foot or in a vehicle to identify hazards, detect security violations, and ensure safe conditions. Respond to incidents such as fires, medical emergencies, disturbances, hazardous materials, inclement weather, and other situations following established procedures. Protect evidence and secure incident scenes as required, including setting up barriers and providing direction to others. Complete logs, reports, and documentation using proper grammar and accuracy. Report suspicious activities, safety concerns, or incidents to client representatives, supervisors, and public safety authorities as appropriate. Follow all safety rules, company policies, and site procedures, request clarification when unsure of policies. Other related duties may be assigned based on site needs. Qualifications Must be a United States citizen. Must be able to provide a valid social security card and birth certificate. Must be at least 21 years of age. Shall fluently speak, read, comprehend, and compose coherent written reports in English. Proficient with Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, and Excel. Monitor Security cameras. Must possess NY Security Guard Registration. Must possess an active NYS Armed Guard Certification. Must have a valid NY state pistol permit. Attention to detail including legible report writing. Must have good verbal and written communications. Ability to work as a group or independently to resolve, triage and provide precise information while working with minimum supervision. Must maintain all required licenses, permits and certifications. Must be able to respond to alarms and detect emergency situations visually, smell and hear. Ability to perform for long extended periods of time stand, sit, walk, climb stairs and/or drive. Must be able to pass physical agility test. Preferred not required: Successful completion of a federal/state certified law enforcement education and training or police officer's standard training course that may result in a law enforcement appointment or commission. Must have verifiable documentation of at least one experience level and at least one educational level or any reasonable combination listed below: Experience Must have within the last five (5) years, three (3) years of verifiable security experience, completion of a Police Officer’s Standard Training (POST), and/or three years a minimum of three (3) years of honorable service as a member of any U.S. Armed Forces component. Education Must meet one of the following education requirements from an accredited learning institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or as identified on a DD214. #J-18808-Ljbffr