Surveillance Security Officer - SOC Specialist at GardaWorld Security Services U.S. Glen Allen, VA

Surveillance Security Officer – SOC Specialist

Location:

Glen Allen, VA.

Garda World Security Services is now hiring a Surveillance Security Officer!

As a Security Officer – Surveillance, you will be the person spotting threats before they escape escalation in environments such as security operations centers, call centers, parking gatehouses, and similar.

• Full‑time schedule; 3:00 PM‑11:00 PM and 11:00 PM‑7:00 AM shifts available.
• Competitive hourly wage of $21.00 (Daily Pay available for Garda World employees).
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance; 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching; paid time off (PTO); paid holidays; disability coverage; life insurance options.
• Career growth opportunities at Garda World.
• Uniform provided at no cost.

• Respond to incoming security concerns and track outcomes.
• Monitor a wide network of security alarms and cameras to identify and resolve threats.
• Synthesize large amounts of information quickly.
• Create comprehensive records of security‑related incidents.
• Coordinate routine and critical incident communications.
• Understand proper use of security related tools and procedures.
• Escalate to supervisors when appropriate.
• Implement security and access control procedures.

• At least 3 years of experience with customer service.
• At least 1 year of experience with Microsoft Office or Google Suite.
• Preferred qualifications:
• 3+ years of experience in the security field.
• 1+ year of experience with emergency communication operations.
• 1+ year of experience with situational awareness tools (ex: NC4, VCC).
• Ability to multitask and synthesize large amounts of information quickly.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with news reporting sources, social media channels, and other channels for real‑time monitoring of current events.
• Geopolitical awareness, knowledge of global events, and cultural sensitivity.

It is the policy of Garda World Security Services to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability in accordance with applicable federal laws. In addition, Garda World Security Services complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to hiring, placement, assignment, promotion, termination, layoffs, recalls, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

It is also the policy of Garda World Security Services not to honor requests that employees be assigned on the basis of sex or any other classification protected by law, unless such request is based on a bona fide occupational qualification for that assignment.