Armed Security Officer - Cleared

Allied Universal•Fort Worth, TX

8d•Onsite

About The Position

As an Armed Security Officer supporting an aerospace and defense location in Fort Worth, Texas, you will safeguard clients by monitoring and patrolling assigned areas, maintaining a visible security presence, and responding professionally to site needs. You will provide customer service and clear communication while upholding Allied Universal’s values of agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, caring, and integrity. This is a full-time position paying $30.47 per hour. The listed schedule includes overnight and daytime shifts on Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Applicants must have an active DoD Secret Clearance and, for Texas, a Level III Armed Certification. Employment is contingent on a background investigation and, where permitted by law, a drug screen. Industry-specific security training is required.

Requirements

At least 2 years of security-related experience.
At least 3 years of combined law enforcement, military, and/or security-related experience, or a college degree.
Active DoD Secret Clearance.
Level III Armed Certification in Texas.
At least 21 years of age for armed roles.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Applicants are subject to a background investigation in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Applicants are 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 is required for driving positions only.

Nice To Haves

Ability to lift more than 20 pounds.

Responsibilities

Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and contractors at an aerospace and defense location by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
Monitor access points, verify credentials and authorization, and maintain visitor and contractor entry records in accordance with site requirements.
Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations calmly and professionally; coordinate with site contacts and emergency responders as directed.
Conduct regular and random armed patrols of facilities, parking areas, restricted areas, and perimeter locations to help deter unauthorized activity and report unusual conditions.
Maintain required reports, incident documentation, and shift logs while complying with applicable armed-post procedures and Allied Universal requirements.
Participate in industry-specific security training programs.