Security Officer Clearance Eligible Job at Allied Universal®, Schenectady, NY

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  • Allied Universal®
  • Schenectady, NY

Job Description

Job Description

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. We offer comprehensive benefits for most full-time positions, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, a retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks, and more.

5+ years of guard experience required OR 2+ years of military, LEO, or corrections OR

Associate Degree in Criminal Justice OR Any bachelor degree or higher education

Part-Time Afternoon and Day shifts available

Pay Rate $25.00 per hour ($20.00 per hour training rate)

Allied Universal® is hiring a Security Officer - Cleared (Clearance Eligible). At Allied Universal, a Cleared Security Officer is entrusted with sensitive information and given the responsibility to protect classified information and personnel. As a Cleared Security Officer, you'll receive specialized training in site-specific security protocols associated with your clearance level, allowing for skill development and professional growth in the security field.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provide high quality security services, safeguarding personnel, property, and information with professionalism
  • Conduct patrols within and around the facility on foot, bicycle, or vehicle to ensure the protection of people, assets, and sensitive or classified information
  • Greet guests and employees and escorts visitors and contractors to secure entry and exit points
  • Follow site-specific performance manuals and post orders; reporting safety concerns, security breaches, and unusual circumstances via written and oral communication to client and/or other security personnel
  • Respond to and assesses security alarms or emergency alarms
  • Act as a first responder in emergency situations

QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE):

  • High school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience
  • Able to obtain a Department of Defense (DoD) position appropriate level security clearance (national security eligibility determinations take into account a person's stability, trustworthiness, reliability, discretion, character, honesty, and judgment)
  • Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment
  • Must possess one or more of the following:
    • Minimum of three (3) years of security experience on a Department of Defense-cleared site
    • Prior military experience
  • Effective written and oral communication and interpersonal skills
  • Exceptional customer service skills
  • Intermediate computer skills to operate innovative, wireless technology at client specific sites

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NICE TO HAVE):

  • Prior law enforcement or armed security experience
  • Associate's degree or higher In Criminal Justice, Business, or a related field

BENEFITS:

  • Health insurance and 401k plans for full-time positions
  • Schedules that fit with your personal life goals
  • Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities
  • Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more…

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:

If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit:

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Part time, For contractors, Work at office, Local area, Day shift, Afternoon shift,

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