Security Officer Access Control Systems Operator

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 Full Time Access Control Systems Operator in Portsmouth, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Access Control Officer at a government transportation location, you will help manage entry points, verify credentials, monitor access activity, and maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents. You will deliver exceptional customer service and clear communication while supporting a professional environment.

At Allied Universal, our agile, reliable, and innovative team puts people first, works together, and acts with integrity.

Position Type:
Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.00 / Hour

• Mon 01:30 PM - 09:30 PM
• Wed 05:00 AM - 12:00 PM
• Thur 05:00 AM - 12:00 PM
• Fri 01:30 PM - 09:30 PM
• Sat 01:30 PM - 09:30 PM

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, contractors, and/or vendors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific access-control policies, and emergency response activities at a government maritime transportation location.
• Monitor access points, verify identification and authorization credentials, maintain visitor and contractor entry records, and direct individuals according to established site procedures.
• Respond to access-control concerns, incidents, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, notifying appropriate site contacts and/or emergency personnel as directed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned facilities, access points, parking areas, and perimeter areas to identify unusual conditions and help to deter unauthorized access.
• Prepare accurate reports and maintain required logs related to visitor activity, access-control events, incidents, and/or patrol observations.

• Possess a Transportation Worker Identification Credential issued by the Transportation Security Administration.
• A guard card or license is preferred.
• 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.

• 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.

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: