Armed Security Officer Secret Clearance Required

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.

Location:

Palmdale, CA

Part-Time Security Officer – armed patrol professional. You will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence, and support site operations through strong customer service and communication.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $28.68 / Hour

• Mon: 11:00 AM - 05:00 PM
• Tue: 11:00 AM - 05:00 PM
• Wed: 11:00 AM - 05:00 PM
• Thu: 11:00 AM - 05:00 PM

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and employees by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities appropriate to an armed post at an aerospace and defense location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner, documenting observations and communicating with site contacts and/or first responders as needed.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout buildings, restricted areas, and perimeter locations to help identify unusual activity and/or policy violations.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials, and support visitor and vehicle screening processes in accordance with site protocols for sensitive operations.
• Support incident reporting, maintain accurate activity logs, and follow post orders related to weapons handling, patrol duties, and emergency procedures.

• Have at least 3 years of combined law enforcement, military, and/or security-related experience, or possess a college degree.
• An armed guard card and/or license is required.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• Have at least 5 years of security-related experience.
• 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.

• 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 Benefits:
  
  Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks:
  Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

Allied 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: