Security Officer - Perimeter Patrol Clearance Required

Allied Universal
Arlington, VA

Overview

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.

Job Description


As a Security Officer - Perimeter Patrol Clearance Required in Arlington, VA , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Aero/Defense, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal at a leading aero and defense location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, complete routine rounds, and remain highly visible to help discourage security-related incidents. You will document observations, communicate clearly with site contacts and your team, and provide customer service that reflects our caring culture. Bring integrity, teamwork, and a reliable, agile approach to every shift.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $22.97 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeSat03:00 PM - 11:00 PMSun03:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Why Join Us:

  • Smart Tools: Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
  • Career Growth: Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
  • Financial Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
  • Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What You'll Do:

  • Provide customer service to clients, employees, contractors, and/or visitors by following Allied Universal procedures, site-specific policies, and approved emergency response activities at an aerospace and defense location.
  • Conduct regular and random foot and/or vehicle patrols of buildings, production areas, and perimeter points, looking for unusual activity and conditions that may help to deter unauthorized access and/or policy violations.
  • Monitor and/or control access at entrances and controlled areas by verifying identification, managing visitor check-in and badging per site requirements, and directing people to the appropriate destinations.
  • Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including dispatching notifications per post orders, coordinating with site contacts and/or public responders, and documenting actions taken.
  • Complete detailed daily activity logs and incident reports, monitor alarm panels and/or video systems when assigned, and communicate status updates to supervision and site representatives.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Have a minimum of 2 or more years of security-related experience.
  • Have an active DoD Secret clearance.
  • Have a state, county, or city issued security license preferred.
  • Have customer service experience preferred.
  • 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.

Closing

Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information:

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit:

Requisition ID

2026-1531069
Posted 2026-02-09

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