Security Officer - Armed Active Patrol Full Time

Allied Universal
Ashburn, VA

Job Description

Job Description

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 Armed Active Patrol in Ashburn, VA , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Patrol Officer in a government location, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and support a professional environment through strong communication and customer service. In this role, you will embody our values of agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity while making a meaningful impact each day.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.50 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon08:00 AM - 05:00 PMTue08:00 AM - 05:00 PMWed08:00 AM - 05:00 PMThur08:00 AM - 05:00 PMFri08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

What You'll Do:

  • Provide customer service to students, staff, visitors, and/or vendors by following site-specific procedures, access protocols, and emergency response activities at a government education location.
  • Respond to incidents, disturbances, medical events, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and notifying appropriate personnel as needed.
  • Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout buildings, parking areas, grounds, and perimeter locations to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or unusual behavior.
  • Monitor entrances, exits, and other designated areas, assisting with access control, visitor screening, and the reporting of security-related concerns, hazards, and/or suspicious activity.
  • Support public-facing operations by maintaining a professional presence, following post orders and use-of-force guidelines, and coordinating with site contacts and/or first responders when appropriate.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Baton certification is preferred.
  • CPR certification is preferred.
  • Handcuffing certification is preferred.
  • Pepper spray certification is preferred.
  • Be at least 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.
  • Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
  • 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

2026-1583626
Posted 2026-05-30

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