Security Officer Armed Protective Patrol
Listed on 2026-10-03
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Security
Site Security, Security Officer, Armed Security, Unarmed Security
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 DescriptionAs a Security Officer Armed Protective Patrol in Boston, MA
, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Financial Institutions, and more. As an Armed Security Officer at a financial institution, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, and support a secure environment for employees, customers, and visitors. You will provide exceptional customer service and clear communication while responding to security-related concerns.
Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, innovative team, where caring, teamwork, and integrity guide every shift.
Position Type:
Full Time
Pay Rate: $25.00 / Hour
Job Schedule:
Day Time Mon
08:45 AM - 04:15 PM
Tue
08:45 AM - 04:15 PM
Wed
08:45 AM - 04:15 PM
Thur
08:45 AM - 04:15 PM
Fri
08:45 AM - 04:15 PM
What You’ll Do:
- Provide exceptional customer service to employees, visitors, and customers by carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, financial institution policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
- Respond to alarms, incidents, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, escalating concerns according to established procedures.
- Conduct regular and random armed patrols of the facility, access points, parking areas, and perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity and identify potential security-related concerns.
- Monitor access to restricted areas, verify visitor credentials, and maintain accurate logs, incident reports, and other required documentation.
- Maintain proficiency with assigned equipment and follow all applicable laws, licensing requirements, and Allied Universal policies for armed security-related duties.
Minimum Requirements:
- Possess a concealed carry weapons permit.
- Have at least 1 year of armed security-related, law enforcement, or military experience.
- 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.
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:
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