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Security Officer Clearance Required Full Time Weekdays
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A front desk security officer at a technology, media, and telecommunications site who welcomes visitors, manages access, monitors entry activity, and responds to security concerns while providing customer service.
About this role
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.
Job Description
As a Security Officer Front Desk Clearance Required Full Time in Charlottesville, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. As a Front Desk Security Professional at a technology, media, and telecommunications location, you will welcome visitors, manage access, monitor entry activity, and respond to security-related concerns with professionalism. You will provide exceptional customer service and clear communication while supporting a secure environment. At Allied Universal, you will contribute to an agile, reliable, and innovative team that puts people first, delivers through teamwork, and acts with integrity.
Position Type: Full Time
Pay Rate: $22.00 / Hour
Job Schedule:
DayTimeMon08:00 AM - 04:00 PMTue08:00 AM - 04:00 PMWed08:00 AM - 04:00 PMThur08:00 AM - 04:00 PMFri08:00 AM - 04:00 PMWhat You'll Do:
- Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and vendors at a technology-focused front desk by carrying out site-specific security-related procedures and access-control policies.
- Greet visitors, verify identification and authorization, issue visitor credentials, and maintain accurate visitor logs in accordance with established procedures.
- Monitor access points, visitor activity, alarms, and communications systems, reporting unusual activity or security-related concerns to appropriate personnel.
- Respond to incidents, emergency notifications, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner while following site-specific response protocols.
- Support the reception area by answering incoming calls, providing directions, and communicating professionally with employees, guests, and Allied Universal leadership.
Minimum Requirements:
- Possess an active DoD Top Secret Clearance.
- Alarm panel experience is preferred.
- Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
- CPR certification is preferred.
- Customer service experience 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.
Why Join Us:
- 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.
Closing
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: www.aus.com.
If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.
Requisition ID
2026-1693230Skills
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