Security Officer - Alarm Event Dispatcher

Allied Universal • Sterling, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer Alarm Event Dispatcher in Sterling, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. As a Dispatch Security Professional supporting a dynamic technology, media, and telecommunications location, you will monitor alarm panels and communications systems, coordinate responses to security-related incidents, and maintain clear, timely documentation. You will serve as a trusted point of contact for personnel and visitors while helping to deter incidents through attentive monitoring and communication. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable team, where caring culture, innovation, teamwork, and integrity guide every shift.

Requirements

• Have at least 1 year of security-related experience.
• 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.
• 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

• Be comfortable using a computer or tablet, preferred.
• Possess a Guard Card or license, preferred.
• Have customer service experience, preferred.
• Have alarm panel experience, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate within a technology and data center environment.
• Monitor communications systems, cameras, alarms, and access-control activity; receive calls and dispatch personnel or resources in accordance with site procedures.
• Document incidents, service requests, visitor activity, and other security-related events accurately and promptly in required logs and reporting systems.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, coordinating notifications and communications with appropriate personnel and emergency responders.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter as assigned, reporting unusual conditions, access concerns, and maintenance-related issues.

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