Armed Security Officer

Overview

First Coast Security Solutions provides security services nationwide. We are seeking Armed Security Officers for protection of federally owned/leased facilities. This role you will play a critical part in maintaining a secure environment by observing, reporting, and responding to incidents as they arise. You will provide security and safety of client property, visitors, and personnel.

• Control access to client facilities by verifying admittance, screening visitors, and preventing unauthorized entry.
• Provide courteous, professional interactions that reflect positively on the client and security department.
• Communicate clearly, professionally, and openly with visitors, employees, and team members.
• Monitor entrances, exits, and overall facility activity, including vehicle inspections, gate operations, CCTV monitoring, and remote access systems.
• Patrol assigned areas on foot or in a vehicle to identify hazards, detect security violations, and ensure safe conditions.
• Respond to incidents such as fires, medical emergencies, disturbances, hazardous materials, inclement weather, and other situations following established procedures.
• Protect evidence and secure incident scenes as required, including setting up barriers and providing direction to others.
• Complete logs, reports, and documentation using proper grammar and accuracy.
• Report suspicious activities, safety concerns, or incidents to client representatives, supervisors, and public safety authorities as appropriate.
• Follow all safety rules, company policies, and site procedures, request clarification when unsure of policies.
• Other related duties may be assigned based on site needs.

• Must be a United States citizen.
• Must be able to provide a valid social security card and birth certificate.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Shall fluently speak, read, comprehend, and compose coherent written reports in English.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Monitor Security cameras.
• Must possess NY Security Guard Registration.
• Must possess an active NYS Armed Guard Certification.
• Must have a valid NY state pistol permit.
• Attention to detail including legible report writing.
• Must have good verbal and written communications.
• Ability to work as a group or independently to resolve, triage and provide precise information while working with minimum supervision.
• Must maintain all required licenses, permits and certifications.
• Must be able to respond to alarms and detect emergency situations visually, smell and hear.
• Ability to perform for long extended periods of time stand, sit, walk, climb stairs and/or drive.
• Must be able to pass physical agility test.
• Preferred not required:
  Successful completion of a federal/state certified law enforcement education and training or police officer's standard training course that may result in a law enforcement appointment or commission.
• Must have verifiable documentation of at least one experience level and at least one educational level or any reasonable combination listed below:

• Must have within the last five (5) years, three (3) years of verifiable security experience, completion of a Police Officer's Standard Training (POST), and/or three years a minimum of three (3) years of honorable service as a member of any U.S. Armed Forces component.

Minimum a High School Diploma or GED from an accredited learning institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

High School Diploma or GED

• New York State Armed Guard License
• New York State Driver's License
• New York State Pistol License

• Paid Holidays
• Weekly Pay
• 401K/403b Plan
• Short Term Disability
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Vacation
• Long Term Disability
• Vision Insurance
• Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance
• The following screenings are required:
• Drug Screen
• Criminal Background Check
• Motor Vehicle
• Education Verification
• Employment Verification

First Coast Security is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer (Minorities/Females/Disability/Veterans) committed to a diverse workforce. #service