Security Officer Reception Desk Clearance Required

Allied Universal • Linthicum Heights, MD

18h • 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 Reception Desk Clearance Required in Linthicum Heights, MD, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Aero/Defense, 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. As a Front Desk Security Officer at a leading aerospace and defense location, you will welcome visitors, manage access, verify credentials, monitor security-related activity, and provide professional communication and customer service. Your visible presence will help to deter incidents while supporting a controlled environment. Join Allied Universal, where we are agile, reliable, innovative, caring, team-focused, and committed to acting with integrity.

Requirements

• Have at least 1 year of security-related experience.
• Possess an active DoD Secret Clearance.
• 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.
• 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

• A state, county, or city-issued security license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and contractors at a front desk within an aerospace and defense location while carrying out site-specific security-related procedures and policies.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials, manage visitor check-in and badge processes, and direct authorized personnel in accordance with established protocols.
• Maintain accurate visitor logs, access records, and other required documentation while handling sensitive information with discretion.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including initiating appropriate emergency response activities.
• Communicate professionally with site personnel, visitors, and Allied Universal leadership regarding security-related concerns, unusual activity, and service needs.

Benefits

• Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• 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