Armed Site Security Specialist

AT-RISK International•Tampa Bay, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Site Security Specialist supports on-site security operations and serves as a key professional security asset to the client. This role is responsible for executing security measures, assessing threats, responding to incidents, and coordinating with internal teams, client leadership, and external partners. The position requires sound judgment, professionalism, emotional maturity, and the ability to remain calm and effective during high-stress or emergency situations. Specialists are expected to maintain a high standard of appearance, conduct, firearms proficiency, and operational readiness while delivering professional security services in a corporate environment.

Requirements

Valid state-issued Armed Security Guard License (where required by jurisdiction)
Valid Concealed Carry License/Permit
Legal authority to carry a firearm in the state of assignment
Current First Aid/CPR/AED certification
Ability to successfully complete company firearms qualification and ongoing proficiency requirements
Minimum of 5 years in corporate, operational security, military, or law enforcement environments
Experience with active assailant prevention and response programs
Demonstrated professionalism, sound judgment, and emotional maturity in dynamic or high-pressure environments
Ability to remain calm, composed, and effective during emergencies, incidents, or confrontational situations
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact professionally with executives, employees, clients, vendors, and law enforcement
Proficient in firearms handling, safe weapons manipulation, and defensive response principles
Strong attention to detail, situational awareness, and ability to identify and appropriately respond to security concerns
Self-motivated and capable of operating independently with minimal supervision
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, report writing, electronic documentation systems, and security technologies including CCTV and access control systems
Demonstrates accountability, reliability, and commitment to operational standards and client service
Candidates must be able to perform all essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Personnel must maintain professional appearance, fitness for duty, and the ability to safely and responsibly carry and deploy a firearm when required
Individuals must demonstrate the ability to exercise restraint, good judgment, and professionalism in all interactions and security-related responses

Nice To Haves

Supervisory or leadership exposure preferred
Bachelor’s degree preferred (not a substitute for experience)

Responsibilities

Respond to incidents as an armed responder during active assailant events, emergencies, and security-related incidents while conducting initial investigative triage and emergency response actions
Support evacuations, lockdowns, shelter-in-place operations, and other emergency procedures while maintaining calm, professionalism, and effective communication during high-stress situations
Maintain proficiency with assigned firearms, defensive tactics, emergency response procedures, and operational readiness standards in accordance with company policy
Serve as a liaison between the company, client, and security personnel while supporting service delivery objectives and maintaining professional client relationships
Review Daily Activity Logs, support surveillance detection efforts, and assist with investigations, reporting, and intelligence gathering
Support training delivery, security awareness initiatives, onboarding/offboarding processes, scheduling, equipment accountability, and site-specific security operations
Exercise sound judgment, professionalism, and situational awareness while interacting with employees, visitors, clients, law enforcement, and vendors
Perform additional job-related duties as assigned in support of the client and operational mission