Badging Security- Open Availability

GardaWorld•Arlington, VA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

GardaWorld Security Services is looking for a Surveillance Security Officer to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for monitoring various screens to capture details and identify potential threats before they escalate. This position is ideal for individuals with strong observation skills and attention to detail. The role involves working in environments such as security operations centers, call centers, and parking gatehouses. The site is a multi-story high-profile building in Arlington, VA. Scheduling will be based on site needs and may include weekends, overnights, and holidays. The position is not guaranteed full-time hours.

Requirements

High school education or equivalent (GED)
Able to ace (and pass) an extensive screening process
Security, Military, and/or Law Enforcement experience of at least 2 years or more
Active Virginia DCJS security license
At least 21 years of age or older as required by applicable law or contractual requirements
Experience utilizing Microsoft applications or Google applications, and Security Systems.
Experience with Incident/ DAR reports

Nice To Haves

Strong observation skills with attention to detail

Responsibilities

Exceptional Customer Service and Front of House mindset
Professionalism in appearance, conduct, and communication
Effective oral and written communication skills (to include report writing)
Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office
Tech Savvy, comfortable learning intricate security and building systems
Ability to multitask and prioritize
Quick Learner
Understand basic security principles
Ability to remain calm and respond to incidents/elevated situations
Maintain expert, up-to-date knowledge of all site-specific post orders, corporate policies, and security protocols through proactive and frequent operational reviews.
Professionally navigate and utilize complex security operations systems, including digital ticketing platforms, designated email boxes, corporate messenger chats, and electronic incident reporting software.
Author highly detailed, accurate, and legally robust incident reports immediately following any security anomalies, medical emergencies, or facility breaches.
Manage high-volume access control and alarm monitoring systems, verify visitor identification, issue and print corporate badges, and strictly enforce building entry protocols to prevent tailgating.
Conduct active CCTV camera monitoring and remain fully prepared to execute precise, immediate protocols upon receiving any system alarms or security alerts.
Memorize and maintain a flawless understanding of response protocols for all system alerts, fire alarms, duress alarms, and emergency evacuation steps.
Maintain seamless, professional radio and walkie-talkie communication, adhering to proper codes and clear transmission etiquette at all times.
Collaborate directly with property management to streamline parking requests, coordinate facility logistics, and manage authorized access for tenants and guests.
Execute strategic crowd control and monitoring measures during high-profile corporate events to ensure participant safety and orderly foot traffic.
Maintain unwavering situational awareness and physical oversight of all facility entrances, exits, and perimeters while upholding strict uniform etiquette and a professional demeanor at all times.
Successfully cross-train across all security posts and desk roles, demonstrating total operational agility to seamlessly pivot between duties as required by the site.