Security Officer - Patrol Alarm Monitor

Allied Universal

3d • $22 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer - Patrol Alarm Monitor in Herndon, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. As an unarmed patrol officer at a fast-paced tech location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, complete routine rounds, and stay highly visible to help to deter security-related incidents. You will greet and assist employees and visitors, communicate clearly with site contacts, and respond to alarms and unusual activity. At Allied Universal, you will bring integrity and teamwork to a caring culture that values agility, reliability, and innovation.

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/Badge Experience - preferred.
• Comfortable Using Computer or Tablet - preferred.
• Customer Service Experience - preferred.
• Alarm Panel Experience - preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and vendors by carrying out Allied Universal security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a technology office location.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including de-escalation, incident documentation, and timely notification to site leadership and/or emergency services as needed.
• Conduct regular and random foot and/or vehicle patrols of office areas, corridors, parking areas, loading and delivery zones, and the exterior perimeter to help to deter unwanted activity and identify maintenance and/or access concerns.
• Monitor access points by observing entry and exit activity, verifying identification and/or authorization when directed, supporting visitor check-in processes, and assisting with after-hours access control procedures.
• Complete daily activity reports, incident reports, and patrol logs using site systems, and communicate relevant observations during shift handoff to support continuity of security-related operations.

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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What This Job Offers

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