Armed Security Response Team Agent (Part-Time)

Allied Universal • San Francisco, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Armed Security Response Team (SRT) Agent safeguards designated Allied Universal Enhanced Protection Services clients, personnel, facilities, and corporate assets in San Francisco, California. The role calls for an experienced security professional able to work effectively in a dynamic, high-profile corporate environment, using sound judgment, physical fitness, emotional intelligence, and strong communication skills. Agents provide a visible or low-profile security presence as appropriate, maintain situational awareness, identify emerging risks and deviations from established environmental baselines, and communicate relevant information to security stakeholders. They are expected to demonstrate professionalism, discretion, a polished appearance, and strong customer service when interacting with executives, employees, visitors, and client representatives.

The standard schedule consists of fixed eight-hour weekday shifts, with flexibility to work nights, weekends, holidays, and adjusted schedules or additional operational requirements based on client needs. The position reports directly to the SRT management team and works collaboratively with a cross-functional security team. It also involves supporting security program requirements, training and professional development, risk assessments, business continuity efforts, and coordination with law enforcement and emergency response agencies.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid U.S. driver's license and a clean driving record.
• Ability to obtain and maintain applicable California security guard and firearm permits, licenses, and credentials.
• At least five years of relevant experience in law enforcement, military service, or armed security operations.
• Knowledge of security operations, protective services, and professional enforcement practices.
• Proficiency with approved handguns and compliance with applicable firearms qualification requirements.
• Current First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications.
• Ability to maintain a high level of physical fitness and professional appearance.
• Ability to work a minimum of eight-hour shifts, including weekdays, nights, weekends, and holidays as operationally required.
• Ability to perform assigned mobile and static security responsibilities.
• Experience preparing incident reports, operational summaries, and after-action reports.
• Strong written, verbal, analytical, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Integrity, reliability, discretion, and trustworthiness.
• Ability to work independently and contribute effectively to a team-oriented security program.
• Ability to communicate effectively with corporate leadership, security management, client representatives, employees, and external stakeholders.
• Ability to demonstrate sound judgment, emotional intelligence, and professionalism in challenging interpersonal situations.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion with sensitive corporate and security-related information.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and operational requirements while maintaining professional standards.

Nice To Haves

• Additional medical training and current advanced medical certifications.
• Continuing education in security management, protective services, leadership, or related disciplines.
• Foreign language proficiency.
• Advanced training in conflict resolution and de-escalation.
• Crisis Intervention Training (CIT).
• Experience with community-oriented security practices and problem-solving approaches.
• Previous experience supporting corporate executives, high-profile clients, or complex security programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional armed security and protective services for designated personnel, properties, facilities, and corporate assets.
• Collaborate with the cross-functional security team and communicate effectively with program stakeholders.
• Report directly to the SRT management team and remain accountable for assigned responsibilities.
• Safeguard worksites and personnel, and protect sensitive, confidential, and proprietary information.
• Identify, assess, deter, and report potential risks, threats, and vulnerabilities.
• Maintain situational awareness and communicate relevant security observations and emerging concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Support implementation and continuous improvement of the established Statement of Work (SOW) and contractual security requirements.
• Participate in ongoing operational training, professional development, and program sustainment activities.
• Conduct threat, risk, and vulnerability assessments within the scope of assigned responsibilities.
• Operate company or assigned motor vehicles safely and in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Establish and maintain professional working relationships with local law enforcement and relevant emergency response agencies.
• Assist with security coordination and business continuity initiatives.
• Maintain accurate daily activity logs, operational records, incident reports, and after-action documentation.
• Demonstrate discretion, sound judgment, and exceptional customer service in all interactions.
• Provide guidance, coaching, and mentorship to unarmed security personnel regarding security standards, customer service, and operational procedures.
• Balance security responsibilities with a client-focused approach that supports business continuity and organizational objectives.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company-paid employee life insurance at no cost to the employee.
• Paid employee training and professional development opportunities.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Paid holidays and flexible paid time off (PTO).
• Domestic and international travel opportunities.
• Career advancement and potential relocation opportunities.
• Supportive company culture that values teamwork, professionalism, integrity, and work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED