Security Flex Guard

Allied Universal • Herndon, VA

21h • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time Security Officer – Enhanced Part Time Patrol Access Verification for an assigned corporate technology location in Herndon, Virginia. The position provides a designated weekly anchor shift with a six-month commitment, while allowing the employee to claim additional shifts through the company scheduling platform. Additional shifts may be at multiple sites, and hours can vary from part-time to as many as 40 hours per week. The pay rate is $21.63 per hour. The listed schedule is Saturday, 11:00 PM–7:00 AM.

The role provides security and customer service to employees, visitors, contractors, and delivery personnel. Duties include patrols, access verification, response to incidents and alarms, and preparation of activity reports. The position may support a path toward full-time work through additional shifts and paid training programs.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; armed roles require applicants to be at least 21.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Submit to a background investigation as a condition of employment, in accordance with applicable laws.
• Submit to a drug screen as a condition of employment, to the extent permitted by law.
• Meet applicable state and/or local licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.
• Have a valid driver’s license only if assigned to a driving position.

Nice To Haves

• Comfort using a computer or tablet.
• Customer service experience.
• Access control and badge experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, contractors, and delivery personnel while following security procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response practices.
• Conduct regular and random foot and/or vehicle patrols of office spaces, common areas, parking areas, entrances, and the exterior perimeter.
• Monitor access points and visitor activity, verify authorization according to site procedures, and report access-control concerns.
• Respond calmly to incidents, alarms, and critical situations; document observations and escalate matters according to site protocols.
• Complete detailed activity reports, communicate professionally with site contacts, and help maintain a welcoming environment while deterring unauthorized activity.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Basic life and AD&D insurance.
• Retirement plans.
• Disability insurance.
• Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half if worked.
• 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is paid out only where required by law.
• Employee discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and other locations through the perks program.
• Paid training programs and opportunities for career advancement.

What This Job Offers

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