Security Officer

Job Description

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About the Company

Allied Universal® is recognized as North America’s leading security and facility services company. They are committed to offering rewarding careers that instill a sense of purpose in their employees. The company fosters a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace where employees are part of a team that contributes to a culture positively impacting communities and customers.

For most full-time positions, Allied Universal offers a comprehensive benefits package. This includes:
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• A retirement plan (401k)
• Employee assistance programs
• Company discounts and perks
• And more

Allied Universal is also an Equal Opportunity Employer, ensuring that all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on 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 characteristic protected by law.

Job Description

This is for a part-time, overnight Security Officer position at a Department of Defense-cleared facility located in Niskayuna, NY.

Compensation & Perks:
• $30/hour
• DailyPay available

Role Overview:
As a Security Officer – Cleared (Clearance Required – Unarmed), you will be entrusted with sensitive information and given the crucial responsibility to protect classified information and personnel. The role involves receiving specialized training in site-specific security protocols related to your clearance level, fostering skill development and professional growth.

Key Responsibilities:
• Provide high-quality security services with professionalism, safeguarding personnel, property, and information.
• Conduct patrols within and around the facility, utilizing foot, bicycle, or vehicle, to ensure the protection of people, assets, and sensitive/classified information.
• Greet guests and employees and escort visitors and contractors to secure entry and exit points.
• Adhere strictly to site-specific performance manuals and post orders.
• Report safety concerns, security breaches, and unusual circumstances through both written and oral communication to clients and/or other security personnel.
• Respond to and assess security or emergency alarms.
• Act as a first responder in emergency situations.

Required Qualifications (Must Have):
• Age: Must be at least 21 years old.
• Education/Experience: Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent, OR have 5 years of verifiable experience.
• Clearance: Must possess an active Department of Defense (DoD) position-appropriate level security clearance. (National security eligibility determinations consider a person’s stability, trustworthiness, reliability, discretion, character, honesty, and judgment).
• Experience (one or more of the following):
• Minimum of three (3) years of security experience on a Department of Defense-cleared site.
• Prior military experience.
• Skills:
• Effective written and oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Intermediate computer skills for operating innovative, wireless technology at client-specific sites.
• Licensing: Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.

Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have):
• Prior law enforcement or armed security experience.
• An Associate’s degree or higher in Criminal Justice, Business, or a related field.

Benefits (General for Allied Universal employees):
• Health insurance and 401k plans are offered for full-time positions (note: this specific role is part-time).
• Schedules designed to fit personal life goals.
• Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities.
• Employee discounts through their perks program for various restaurants, entertainment venues, and more.