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.

As a Security Officer Secret DoD Clearance Required in San Diego, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Aero/Defense, and more. As a Front Desk Security Professional at a leading aerospace and defense location, you will welcome visitors, manage access credentials, monitor entry activity, and respond to security-related concerns with professionalism. You will provide outstanding customer service and clear communication while supporting a controlled environment. Join Allied Universal, where an agile, reliable, and innovative team puts people first, delivers through teamwork, and acts with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $23.25 / Hour

Job Schedule:

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and contractors at a front desk within an aerospace and defense location by carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, policies, and emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Verify visitor identity, review access authorization, issue visitor credentials, and maintain accurate visitor and contractor records in accordance with site requirements.
• Monitor access points, alarms, cameras, and communications systems from the front desk, escalating unusual activity or access concerns according to established procedures.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, contacting appropriate personnel and documenting events as required.
• Help to deter unauthorized access by maintaining a professional presence, controlling entry, and providing directions and assistance to authorized individuals.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess an active DoD Secret clearance.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• A Guard Card/License is preferred.
• Alarm panel experience is preferred.
• Access control/badge 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.

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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.

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