Security Officer - Patrol Specialist

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.

As a Security Officer Patrol Specialist in Aurora, IL
, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, 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:  Join Allied Universal as an unarmed officer at a leading tech location, where you will conduct routine patrols, monitor assigned areas, and help support a secure environment through strong communication and customer service.

This role offers the chance to work with a team that values agility, reliability, innovation, and integrity while providing a visible presence and responding to security-related concerns.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $24.00 / Hour

Day Time:
Friday 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM
• Saturday 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM

• Provide customer service to visitors, staff, and/or vendors by carrying out site‑specific procedures, access protocols, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a technology‑focused location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and/or unusual activity in a calm, problem‑solving manner, documenting observations and reporting security‑related concerns to site contacts and Allied Universal leadership.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the location, including interior areas, exterior grounds, parking areas, and perimeter checkpoints, noting conditions that could impact operations.
• Monitor entry and exit activity, verify credentials and/or visitor information, and help to deter unauthorized access to restricted areas such as offices, equipment spaces, and other controlled locations.
• Support daily operations by following post orders, communicating with team members and site personnel, and completing required logs, reports, and other security‑related documentation.

• Have at least 1 year of security‑related experience.
• Proof of a high school diploma or GED is required by the client.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Alarm panel experience is preferred.
• Customer service experience 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.

• 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.

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: