Security Officer - Flex Data Center Patrol

Overview

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.

Position: Security Officer - Flex Data Center Patrol, Sterling, VA

As a Flex Part-Time Security Officer
, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. This is an unarmed patrol role at a fast-paced tech and media location. You will monitor and patrol assigned areas, complete routine rounds, stay visible to help deter security-related incidents, and respond to requests with calm, clear communication. You will document observations and support site teams with a customer-focused approach.

Pay Rate: $22.44 / Hour

Job Schedule: Flex

Location: Sterling, VA

• 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.

• Provide customer service to personnel and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies and, when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, and notify appropriate internal contacts and/or public emergency services as required.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout offices, common areas, parking areas and perimeter routes. Working environments and conditions may vary by location.
• Control access to the facility by verifying identification, checking credentials, managing visitor registration and issuing temporary badges in accordance with site procedures.
• Monitor alarm panels, access control systems and video surveillance to identify irregular activity, then take appropriate action following post orders.
• Help deter unauthorized entry and/or suspicious activity through high-visibility presence, professional engagement and consistent patrol patterns.
• Complete detailed incident reports, shift activity logs and other documentation with accurate times, actions taken and follow-up notifications.
• Support a technology-focused workplace by enforcing rules related to restricted areas, confidential work spaces and equipment rooms, and escalating concerns when policies are not being followed.
• Perform perimeter and interior checks of doors, gates and critical points, reporting maintenance concerns such as broken locks, lighting outages and other issues that could impact site operations.
• Communicate clearly with site management, employees and other Allied Universal team members to coordinate responses, share observations and maintain continuity across shifts.

• Client requires proof of high school diploma or GED.
• CPR certification is preferred and may be completed post hire.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Guard card and/or license is preferred.
• Being comfortable using a computer or tablet 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.

Equal Opportunity

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:

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