Residential Security Agent - Night Shift

Global Guardian•McLean, VA

7d•$45 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

Global Guardian is hiring a Residential Security Agent to provide static residential protection and physical security for a client at a designated site in McLean, Virginia. The agent supports overall client coverage and the security team’s operations in a family environment. The role includes a night schedule from 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., availability seven days a week, and 24/7 client availability while on a task. The position is regular full-time and pays $45.00–$50.00 per hour. The agent performs site security and area patrols, helps maintain safety precautions for family members, responds to emergencies and provides first aid, de-escalates tense situations, communicates vulnerabilities and incidents, and assists with protection schedules, team assignments, and Command Post duties. The position requires operating and maintaining security, communications, and protective equipment, including a vehicle, and escalating equipment deficiencies or security gaps. The job involves exposure to stressful situations and sensitive information, rapid decision-making during unusual events or emergencies, and work with people of all ages. Physical demands may include extended periods of sitting, standing, and walking; climbing stairs; walking on inclines or uneven terrain; and occasional stressful physical activity. The work may require carrying authorized weapons and ammunition and using protective gear. Regular computer use, close and distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus are also required. The role is held to professional standards emphasizing moral conduct and client safety. The company may review publicly available online and social media content but does not request access to private accounts or passwords.

Requirements

At least 5 years of security experience, including at least 2 years of executive protection/RST experience.
Experience conducting protection missions in domestic environments.
High school diploma or GED.
DLCP Guard Permit (required).
DLCP Armed Card (required).
Ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the role, including extended sitting, standing, and walking; climbing stairs; traversing inclines and uneven terrain; and occasional stressful physical activity.
Ability to make rapid, effective decisions during unusual situations or emergencies.
Ability to work with multiple people of all ages and in a family environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated experience developing relationships on assignments.
Ability to maintain composure with authorities, executives, clients, staff, and the public under pressure.
Ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree.
Basic medical first aid training and AED training.
CPR certification.
Unarmed license through DCRA/DLCP registered through SOMB.
DCJS–VA (CCW).

Responsibilities

Provide static protection and other security-related duties for the client at a designated site.
Manage family members effectively to ensure safety and security precautions are maintained.
Respond to emergencies and perform appropriate medical first aid operations.
De-escalate tense situations or individuals during a mission.
Promptly communicate vulnerabilities or safety concerns.
Communicate with clients and management through incident reports and other administrative tools.
Conduct area patrols in and around the site and report suspicious activity.
Assist with protection schedules and team assignments.
Operate and maintain protective, operational, and communications equipment, including a vehicle.
Promptly identify and escalate deficiencies, failures, and security gaps.
Assist with intelligence and other duties within the Command Post.
Perform other duties as assigned.