Security Officer Identity Verification

Allied Universal • Portsmouth, VA

4d • 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 Identity Verification in Portsmouth, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Aero/Defense, and more. As an Access Control Security Officer in an aerospace and defense location, you will help manage entry points, verify credentials, monitor access activity, and conduct routine patrols to help deter incidents. You will provide exceptional customer service and clear communication while supporting a secure environment. Join Allied Universal, where an agile, reliable, innovative team puts people first, delivers through teamwork, 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.

Nice To Haves

• CPR/First Aid is preferred.
• A Guard Card/License is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and contractors by carrying out access control procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities at an aerospace and defense location.
• Verify credentials, authorizations, and visitor documentation before permitting entry to restricted areas, in accordance with established procedures.
• Monitor access points, alarm systems, and visitor activity; maintain accurate logs and report unusual activity or access concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following site-specific escalation and reporting procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of access points, facilities, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized entry; working environments and conditions may vary by location.

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