Armed Security Guard

Allied Universal is seeking an Armed Security Guard for mobile driving patrols in Irvine, CA. In this role, you will conduct vehicle patrols, monitor client properties, respond to alarms and incidents, and enforce access control and safety procedures. You will complete detailed reports, communicate with clients and dispatch, and act as a visible security presence. Success in this position requires strong situational awareness, safe driving, weapon handling within policy, and adherence to company protocols, training, and professional customer service standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct armed vehicle patrols of client properties on assigned routes and schedules
• Monitor for suspicious activity, safety hazards, and policy violations, intervening per protocol
• Respond to alarms, incidents, and emergencies, coordinating with dispatch and local authorities as needed
• Control access to facilities, verify credentials, and secure doors, gates, and perimeters
• Complete clear, accurate incident and activity reports and daily logs
• Maintain safe weapons handling and comply with all armed security and use-of-force policies
• Operate company or client vehicles safely and within traffic laws and company standards
• Use radios, phones, and security technology (CCTV, alarms) to communicate and monitor sites
• Provide professional, courteous customer service to clients, visitors, and the public
• Participate in required training and drills to maintain certifications and readiness

Required Skills

• Armed security operations
• Defensive driving and mobile patrol
• Access control procedures
• Incident response
• Report writing and documentation
• CCTV and alarm monitoring
• Radio and dispatch communications
• De-escalation and conflict management
• Use-of-force and firearms safety
• Customer service in security settings