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Armed School Security Officer
Job in
Alexandria, Fairfax County, Virginia, 22350, USA
Listed on 2026-08-03
Listing for:
PRÆLIO® Security & Risk Management
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-08-03
Job specializations:
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Security
Armed Security, Site Security, Security Officer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Join PRÆLIO as an Armed School Safety & Security Officer (Private School)
About UsPRÆLIO is a veteran-owned and operated security and operational risk management firm. We deliver programmatic, systems-driven solutions designed to protect vulnerable populations and commercial operations, specializing in end-to-end security services tailored for private schools and other at-risk institutions.
Position
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Armed School Safety & Security Officer
Type
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Full-time (academic schedule)
Qualifications:
- Must have been an active law-enforcement officer within the past 10 years
- Must have separated in good standing with your previous agency or department
- Possess LEOSA HR-218 Credentials (not mandatory, but preferred)
- able to obtain or possess current VA armed guard license with firearms endorsement
- Ability to pass a thorough FBI criminal background check
- Advanced small arms training and firearms proficiency
- Medical response training (first aid, CPR, stop the bleed)
- Experience with physical security measures (surveillance, access control, alarms)
- Strong threat identification and de-escalation skills
- Calm Under Pressure: Able to remain composed and effective in high-stress situations.
- Humility: Willing to listen, learn, and put the mission and team above personal recognition.
- Ego-Free & Mission-Focused: Driven by purpose, not personal accolades.
- Professional Boundaries: Maintains appropriate relationships and understands the importance of professional detachment.
- Discretion: Handles sensitive information with care and avoids gossip.
- Private: Values confidentiality and respects the privacy of others.
- Sound Judgment: Makes measured, ethical decisions-even under pressure.
- Maintain a visible, active security presence on school grounds
- Patrol and monitor access points, conduct security checks
- Respond promptly to incidents and emergencies
- Collaborate with school staff to develop and implement security protocols
- Provide security guidance and support to students and staff
- Maintain firearm proficiency and adhere to safety and legal standards
- Identify security vulnerabilities and recommend improvements
- Apply de-escalation techniques to manage conflicts
- Conduct regular security assessments and stay current on best practices and legislation
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