Security Officer Armed Mornings

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 Armed Patrol in Roanoke, VA
, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Aero/Defense, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Security Officer in a dynamic aerospace and defense location, where you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter security‑related incidents, and support a professional environment through strong communication and customer service. This role offers the chance to work with a team that values agility, reliability, innovation, and integrity while putting people first every day.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $23.50 / Hour

Job Schedule: Day Time Mon 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM Tue 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM Wed 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM Thu 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and contractors by carrying out security‑related procedures, site‑specific policies, and/or appropriate emergency response activities at an aerospace and defense location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner, documenting observations and reporting unusual activity through appropriate channels.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout buildings, production areas, parking areas, and perimeter points, noting conditions that could impact operations or access control.
• Monitor entry and exit activity, verify credentials and/or authorizations, and help to deter unauthorized access to restricted or sensitive areas.
• Support site personnel during inspections, escorts, and special assignments involving controlled materials, high‑value assets, and/or after‑hours activity while following post orders and Allied Universal standards.

• Be at least 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.
• 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 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: