Security Guard - Full Time Morning Shift - Allied Universal - Sterling, Virginia, United States

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 Patrol Associate in Sterling, VA , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a dynamic commercial real estate location, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, support a welcoming environment, and help to deter security-related incidents through a visible presence. You will deliver strong customer service, communicate clearly with tenants and visitors, and contribute to a team that values agility, reliability, innovation, and integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $23.36 / Hour

Job Schedule:

Day
Time

Mon
06:00 AM - 02:00 PM

Tue
06:00 AM - 02:00 PM

Wed
06:00 AM - 02:00 PM

Thur
06:00 AM - 02:00 PM

Fri
06:00 AM - 02:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to tenants, visitors, and/or staff by carrying out site-specific procedures, access protocols, and emergency response activities at a commercial real estate location.


• Respond to incidents, alarms, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and communicating with property management and/or emergency services as needed.


• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout buildings, parking areas, entrances, common areas, and perimeter locations to help identify unusual activity and/or security-related concerns.


• Monitor entry and exit points, verify credentials when required, and report maintenance issues, hazards, and/or suspicious behavior to the appropriate contacts.


• Support daily operations by completing incident reports, maintaining activity logs, and following Allied Universal post orders and client-facing service expectations.

Minimum Requirements:

• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.


• CPR and/or First Aid is preferred.


• The ability to lift up to 20 lbs is preferred.


• Customer service experience is preferred.


• A Guard Card or license is 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.

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 and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.


• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

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

2026-1568851