Security Officer Armed Access Specialist

Allied Universal • Columbia, SC

4h • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer Armed Access Specialist in Columbia, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Access Control Officer in a dynamic manufacturing and industrial location, where you will monitor entry points, verify badges and credentials, conduct routine patrols, and support security-related operations with professionalism and care. In this visible role, you will deliver strong customer service, clear communication, and dependable teamwork while reflecting our values of agility, reliability, innovation, and integrity.

Requirements

• Have at least 1 year of armed security-related, law enforcement, and/or military experience.
• Possess an armed guard card and/or license.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• 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.
• Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
• 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

• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and/or contractors by following site-specific access control procedures and security-related policies at an industrial location.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify credentials and/or visitor logs, and help to deter unauthorized access to restricted areas.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including notifying appropriate personnel and documenting activity.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around production areas, warehouses, parking areas, and the perimeter to observe conditions and report unusual activity.
• Support emergency response activities when appropriate, communicate clearly with site contacts and/or first responders, and complete required reports with accuracy.

Benefits

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