Security Officer - Telecom Perimeter Rounds
About The Position
As a Security Officer - Telecom Perimeter Rounds in Norfolk, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal at a leading tech, media, and telecom location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, complete routine rounds, and remain highly visible to help reduce security-related incidents. You will check doors, gates, and key access points, respond to calls for assistance, document observations, and communicate clearly with site teams and visitors. Bring agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity to every shift.
Requirements
- A guard card and/or applicable license is preferred.
- 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 personnel and visitors at a tech, media, and/or telecom location by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
- Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of interior and exterior areas, including office spaces, common areas, parking areas, and perimeter points, as required by post orders.
- Monitor and report unusual activity, access concerns, and/or policy violations; document observations in daily activity reports and incident reports per site requirements.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, assisting with de-escalation and coordinating notifications to site contacts and/or emergency services as directed.
- Control access points when assigned, including verifying identification, managing visitor check-in, and/or directing deliveries and service providers according to site procedures.
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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
