Security Officer - Bank Alarm Response

Allied Universal • Buffalo, NY

7d • $22 • 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. Job Description As a Security Officer - Bank Alarm Response in Buffalo, NY , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Financial Institutions, and more. As a Security Officer with Allied Universal at a financial institution, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, conduct routine rounds, and maintain a visible presence that may help to deter security-related incidents. You will greet employees and visitors, support access control and incident reporting, and communicate clearly with site contacts. Bring an agile, reliable, and innovative mindset to a caring team that puts people first and acts with integrity.

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.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities at a financial institution location.
• Monitor entrances, lobbies, and customer service areas to help to deter unauthorized access and/or suspicious activity.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout interior spaces and around the perimeter, adjusting to changing conditions at the location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner and escalate concerns to site leadership and/or emergency services as required.
• Complete access control tasks such as verifying identification, issuing visitor credentials, and directing deliveries to designated receiving areas.
• Observe and report unusual activity near ATMs, night depositories, and other high-traffic customer areas, following site-specific procedures for notifications.
• Operate and/or monitor security-related systems such as CCTV, intrusion alarms, and communication equipment, documenting observed activity per policy.
• Provide clear directions and assistance to customers and employees while maintaining a professional presence consistent with financial institution standards.
• Document shift activity, incidents, and patrol observations in daily logs and written reports, maintaining accurate and timely records.
• Work with Allied Universal leadership and site contacts to follow post orders, support client service needs, and communicate operational concerns.

Benefits

• Smart Tools: Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Career Growth: Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Financial and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Exclusive Perks: 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