Security Officer with Government Clearance

Allied Universal • Maryland Heights, MO

9d • 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 Security Clearance Protective Services in Saint Louis, MO, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Aero/Defense, and more. As a Security Officer supporting an aerospace and defense location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, and respond to security-related concerns. You will provide professional customer service, clear communication, and dependable support for personnel and visitors. Join Allied Universal, where agile, reliable, and innovative teams put people first and act with integrity.

Requirements

• At least one year of security-related experience is required.
• An active DoD Secret Clearance is required.
• 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

• Pepper spray certification is preferred.
• A state, county, or city-issued security license is preferred.
• Handcuffing certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate within an aerospace and defense location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established site protocols.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of facilities, access points, restricted areas, and perimeter locations to help identify and report unusual conditions.
• Monitor access control activities, verify credentials as required, and document visitor, contractor, and employee entry in accordance with site procedures.
• Prepare accurate reports and communicate observations, incidents, and potential security-related concerns to site leadership and Allied Universal supervision.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, retirement plans, and disability insurance
• seven holidays annually paid at time and a half, if worked
• 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments (unused vacation is only paid out where required by law)
• Discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and more through our perks program.

What This Job Offers

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