Security Officer - DOD Aero​/Defense Armed Guard

Security Officer - DOD Aero/Defense Armed Guard

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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 - Aero/Defense Armed Dispatch in Marietta, GA
, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Aero/Defense, and more. As a Dispatch Officer in an aero and defense location, you will play a key role in monitoring and coordinating security‑related activities, helping to deter incidents and support a secure environment. This armed and driving post requires you to communicate clearly, respond quickly, and provide outstanding customer service, all while embodying Allied Universal's values of integrity, teamwork, and a people‑first approach.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $27.03 / Hour

Job Schedule:
Day Time Wed 05:45 AM - 02:15 PM
Thu 05:45 AM - 02:45 PM
Sat 05:45 AM - 02:15 PM
Sun 05:45 AM - 02:15 PM

• 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.

• Monitor and coordinate communications at the dispatch center to support security‑related operations across the location.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner, following site‑specific protocols.
• Provide customer service by carrying out security‑related procedures and supporting site‑specific policies.
• Maintain accurate logs and records of all incoming and outgoing communications and incident reports.
• Assist in coordinating emergency response activities and/or notifying appropriate personnel as required.
• Collaborate with on‑site personnel to help deter potential risks and maintain a secure environment.
• Conduct regular checks of security‑related equipment and systems to confirm operational status.
• Relay important information and instructions to security‑related teams and location staff as needed.

• Have 3 or more years of combined law enforcement, military or security experience or possess a college degree.
• Possess an armed guard card or armed guard license as required.
• Provide proof of high school diploma or GED as required by the client.
• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• Handcuffing certification is preferred.
• 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.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

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