Security Officer - Access Operations

Allied Universal • Front Royal, VA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve. As a Security Officer Access Operations in Front Royal, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal at a dynamic government location where you will manage access control, verify badges, monitor entry points, and support security-related operations with professionalism and care. In this role, you will remain visible to help deter incidents, assist visitors and staff, and deliver outstanding customer service. If you value teamwork, integrity, and a people-first culture, this opportunity offers a rewarding way to make an impact.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 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.
• Allied Universal will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws.
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be 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 will be required for driving positions only.

Nice To Haves

• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• CPR and First Aid experience is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and/or contractors by carrying out access control procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a government location.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify identification and/or credentials, and document visitor, vehicle, and delivery activity in accordance with post instructions.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, and communicate with supervisors, site contacts, and/or first responders as needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the location, restricted areas, and perimeter to help to deter unauthorized access and report unusual activity.
• Support security-related operations by maintaining accurate logs, preparing routine reports, and following established procedures for inspections, screening, and/or restricted access areas.

Benefits

• Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What This Job Offers

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