Critical Security Officer - San Diego

Overview Founded in 1973, Inter‑Con Security Systems, Inc. is a leading US‑owned security company that provides integrated security solutions to government and commercial customers on four continents. With over 25,000 security personnel worldwide, Inter‑Con is known for customized, high‑requirement security solutions delivered by professionals with unparalleled military, law‑enforcement, and security experience.

Inter‑Con is searching for aspiring individuals to join our thriving team of Security Officers. As a member of a close team, you will help protect our clients’ most vital assets and support advanced security solutions.

• Competitive pay.
• Recognition and reward programs.
• Training and career development.
• Medical, dental, holidays, vacation, sick leave, and 401(k) retirement plan.
• Uniform and equipment provided.
• Additional benefits vary depending on position.

Security Guards must have at least three (3) years of security guard experience, including at least two (2) years protecting critical infrastructure, or equivalent experience.

• US Military: 2+ years in any branch with an honorable discharge.
• Police Officer: 2+ years with acceptable performance.
• Police or Corrections Academy graduate (POST certified): 1 year protecting critical infrastructure.
• Criminal Justice associate degree or higher: 1 year protecting critical infrastructure.
• Homeland Security degree: 1 year protecting critical infrastructure.

Security Guards must be physically fit to stand eight (8) hours at a single post, walk uneven terrain, lift twenty‑five (25) lbs., and possess basic log and report writing skills. Proficiency in English is required.

• Conduct yourself professionally.
• Conduct interior and exterior patrols within an office, industrial complex, or shopping center with medium/high volume of people.
• Perform perimeter patrols.
• Check all personnel entering facilities.
• Log all visitors, vehicles, and vendors.
• Issue visitor badges as required.
• Maintain security, visitor logs, and other records.
• Administer access control over vehicles entering garages or other parking structures.
• Operate handheld radio, cell phone, or other communication devices as needed.
• Control access of all entries by employees, vendors, contractors, visitors, etc.
• Maintain and carry the assigned company cell phone as required.
• Assist employees in orderly evacuation to muster points in event of fire or other emergency.
• Observe and report suspicious activity or situations and use communication skills and deductive reasoning to prioritize responsibilities.

• Speak, read, and write English.
• Minimum high school diploma or equivalency.
• High integrity and exemplary security skills and judgment.
• Above average computer skills.
• Valid California Guard Card.
• Pass a background check.
• Pass a 5‑panel drug test.
• Driver’s license / State .
• CPR certification (company can help obtain).

• Job operates in client sites, indoors or outdoors.
• Position requires prolonged standing and walking during daily security activities.
• Open availability nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as directed.
• Work various shifts and holidays as assigned.

Inter‑Con is passionate about hiring veterans. If you are a veteran searching for a rewarding career, visit  for more information.

Inter‑Con Security Systems, Inc. is an affirmative action employer that provides equal employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans, and disabled individuals, as well as other protected groups. License PPO# 6822.