Security Officer TWIC Required

Allied Universal • Norfolk, VA

16h • 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 TWIC Access Specialist in Norfolk, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Aero/Defense, and more. Join Allied Universal at a dynamic aero and defense location where you will manage access control, monitor assigned areas, and support security-related operations through strong communication and customer service. In this role, you will help to deter incidents by remaining visible, conducting routine patrols, and assisting authorized entry procedures. Bring your agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity to a people-first culture.

Requirements

• Possess a Transportation Worker Identification Credential issued by the Transportation Security Administration.
• 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 by carrying out site-specific access control procedures, verifying credentials, screening visitors, and supporting security-related protocols at an aerospace and defense location.
• Monitor entry and exit points, maintain visitor and contractor logs, issue badges or passes as directed, and report unusual activity or policy concerns to site leadership.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following post orders and supporting emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the location and perimeter, observing for access control concerns, unauthorized entry attempts, and other security-related issues.
• Assist with enforcing site rules for restricted areas, deliveries, and vehicle access, while documenting daily activities, incidents, and security-related observations in required reports.

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