Security Officer Armed Interstate

Allied Universal is seeking an Armed Security Officer to protect people, property, and assets for clients in the Administrative & Support & Waste Management industry. In this role, you will conduct access control, patrol interior and exterior areas, respond to alarms and incidents, and complete clear, accurate reports. You will enforce site safety and security procedures while delivering professional customer service to clients, visitors, and employees.

Allied Universal provides structured training, firearms qualification, and advancement opportunities into supervisory and specialized security roles across diverse client sites nationwide.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control access to client facilities
• Conduct interior and exterior patrols of assigned premises
• Respond to alarms, incidents, and emergencies following post orders
• Maintain detailed incident and daily activity reports
• Enforce site security, safety, and visitor procedures
• Operate security equipment such as CCTV and radios
• Provide professional customer service to clients and visitors
• Coordinate with law enforcement or emergency services when required
• Follow firearms safety, use-of-force, and de-escalation protocols
• Participate in ongoing training and certification requirements

Required Skills

• Access control and badging systems
• Patrol and surveillance techniques
• Incident reporting and documentation
• CCTV monitoring
• Radio communication procedures
• Firearms handling and safety
• De-escalation and conflict resolution
• Emergency response and evacuation procedures
• Knowledge of security post orders and site procedures
• Basic computer and report-writing skills