Armed Security Officer Clearance Eligible

Allied Universal•Palmdale, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Armed Security Officer Clearance Eligible in Palmdale, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Aero/Defense, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer at a leading aerospace and defense location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, and respond to security-related concerns with professionalism. This driving post combines customer service, clear communication, and sound judgment while supporting a secure environment. Join Allied Universal, where agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, caring, and integrity guide our work.

Requirements

Possess at least 3 years of combined law enforcement, military, and/or security-related experience, or a college degree.
Possess an Armed Guard Card or license.
A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
Possess at least 5 years of security-related experience.
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.
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.

Nice To Haves

Handcuffing Certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide customer service to personnel and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and, when appropriate, emergency response activities.
Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established escalation and reporting protocols.
Conduct regular and random armed patrols of office areas, billing operations spaces, entrances, parking areas, and the surrounding perimeter.
Monitor access points and visitor activity, verify credentials as authorized, and report suspicious activity or access-control concerns.
Maintain required armed post qualifications and handle authorized equipment in accordance with applicable laws, site policies, and Allied Universal procedures.