Security Officer - North of Boston​/Merrimack Valley, MA

Securitas is currently hiring Security Officers for multiple client sites throughout the North of Boston / Merrimack Valley, MA area. Positions may be full‑time, part‑time, day, evening, overnight, weekday or weekend, depending on client needs.

• Access Control and Gate Duties: Monitor employee, visitor, contractor, and vehicle access, verify credentials, maintain visitor logs, and ensure proper entry procedures are followed.
• Patrols and Site Monitoring: Conduct routine foot and/or vehicle patrols of assigned areas, including entrances, gates, parking areas, warehouses, offices, and other parts of the property.
• Visitor, Contractor, and Vehicle Activity: Interact professionally with employees, visitors, vendors, contractors, and drivers; assist with directing authorized individuals and reporting unusual activity.
• Camera and Alarm Monitoring: Monitor CCTV, alarms, and other security systems; respond to alerts according to site procedures and elevate concerns when necessary.
• Incident Response: Respond to alarms, emergencies, safety concerns, and access issues calmly and professionally. Communicate clearly with site personnel, emergency responders, and Securitas management when appropriate.
• Reporting and Documentation: Maintain accurate daily activity logs, incident reports, access records, and other required documentation.
• Post Orders and Safety Procedures: Follow all site‑specific post orders, emergency procedures, safety policies, and client expectations.
• Professional Presence: Represent Securitas and the client with professionalism, courtesy, and confidence as often the first point of contact for visitors, contractors, drivers, and employees.

This position may be a strong fit for candidates with experience in security, customer service, military, law enforcement, corrections, warehouse, manufacturing, logistics, transportation, dispatch, retail, or other roles requiring reliability and attention to detail.

• Are dependable and punctual.
• Can stay alert throughout the full shift.
• Are comfortable working independently.
• Can follow written and verbal instructions.
• Communicate clearly and professionally.
• Are comfortable interacting with employees, visitors, contractors, and drivers.
• Can remain calm during emergencies or unexpected situations.
• Can complete accurate logs and reports.
• Are comfortable walking, standing, and patrolling as needed.
• Can work in changing weather conditions when required.
• Take pride in maintaining a safe and secure environment.

• Previous security experience is preferred, but not required.
• Experience in customer service, military, law enforcement, corrections, warehouse, manufacturing, logistics, transportation, dispatch, or gatehouse positions is a plus.
• Strong communication, observation, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to follow detailed post orders and site procedures.
• Ability to complete accurate reports and daily activity logs.
• Physical fitness to stand, walk, patrol, and respond to incidents throughout the shift.
• Professional, reliable, and able to meet site expectations.

• Medical insurance through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Dental insurance through Aetna
• Vision insurance through VSP
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Paid life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid uniforms
• Paid training upon hire and throughout career
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount programs
• Programs supporting healthy lifestyle and financial wellness
• Retirement plan
• Company‑paid life insurance
• Voluntary life and disability insurance
• Securitas Saves discount program
• Paid holidays
• Paid time away from work

Securitas’ core values are Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness. Integrity means being honest, professional, and trusted to safeguard people, property, and information. Vigilance means staying alert, aware, and ready to notice details that others may miss. Helpfulness means being ready to assist when needed and taking pride in supporting a safe environment.

Securitas is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic.