Security Officer Armed Patrol Site Security Full Time

Allied Universal•Portsmouth, VA

14d•Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a full-time Armed Security Officer for a manufacturing and industrial site in Portsmouth, Virginia. The officer will conduct routine and random armed patrols, maintain a visible security presence, help deter incidents, and support a welcoming environment through customer service and communication. The role involves responding to incidents, alarms, access-control concerns, and critical situations in accordance with site procedures; monitoring access points and verifying credentials; reporting unusual activity and hazardous conditions; and completing reports and activity logs. An armed guard card or license is required.

Requirements

Possess a current armed guard card or license.
Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Undergo a background investigation, in accordance with applicable laws.
Undergo a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
Meet any applicable state or local licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.

Responsibilities

Provide customer service by carrying out security procedures, site-specific policies, and appropriate emergency response activities at a manufacturing and industrial location.
Respond calmly to incidents, alarms, access-control concerns, and critical situations, following established site procedures.
Conduct regular and random armed patrols of buildings, production areas, parking areas, and the perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity.
Monitor access points and verify credentials and visitor authorization.
Report unusual activity or hazardous conditions to site leadership and Allied Universal supervision.
Complete required reports and maintain accurate activity logs.
Support coordination with emergency responders when needed.