Security Officer Access Authorization
Listed on 2026-10-14
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Security
Security Officer, Site 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 Full Time Access Authorization in Valhalla, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Utilities, and more. As an Access Control Security Officer at a utilities location, you will help manage entry points, verify access credentials, monitor activity, and support a welcoming, secure environment for employees and visitors. You will provide outstanding customer service, communicate clearly, and help deter incidents through a professional presence.
Join Allied Universal, where agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity guide our people-first culture.
Position Type:
Full Time
Pay Rate: $17.63 - $18.63 / Hour
Job Schedule:Day Time Wed
05:00 PM - 01:00 AMThur
05:00 PM - 01:00 AMSat
09:00 AM - 05:00 PMSun
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
What You'll Do:
- Provide customer service to employees, contractors, visitors, and/or vendors at a utility location by carrying out site-specific access-control procedures and security-related policies.
- Monitor and control access to facilities, restricted areas, and/or critical infrastructure by verifying credentials, maintaining visitor records, and directing authorized personnel in accordance with site requirements.
- Respond to access-control alarms, incidents, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established emergency response procedures and notifying appropriate personnel.
- Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned facilities, access points, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized entry and identify security-related concerns.
- Prepare accurate reports and maintain required access-control logs, incident documentation, and shift activity records.
Minimum Requirements:
- Possess a valid New York State Security Guard License.
- Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 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.
- 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.
Licensed by the New York State Department of State
ClosingAllied 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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