Security Professional Armed

  • Allied Universal
  • Reston, Virginia
  • Full Time
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 - Armed Patrol Inspector in Reston, VA , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Healthcare, and more. Join Allied Universal as an armed patrol professional supporting a healthcare location. You will conduct routine foot patrols, maintain a visible presence to help discourage security-related incidents, and respond to security-related concerns with calm, clear communication. This role blends customer service with teamwork, integrity, and a caring culture that puts people first, while using agile, reliable, and innovative practices to support patients, visitors, and staff.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $20.90 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon10:00 AM - 09:00 PMTue10:00 AM - 09:00 PMWed10:00 AM - 09:00 PM

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.

What You'll Do:

  • Provide customer service to patients, staff, and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities within a healthcare location.
  • Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including calls for assistance, disturbances, and medical facility alarms and/or notifications.
  • Conduct regular and random patrols of corridors, common areas, parking areas, and the perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or property damage.
  • Monitor access points and assist with visitor direction, wayfinding, and adherence to location rules, documenting unusual activity per post orders.
  • Complete detailed reports of shift activity, incidents, and patrol observations, and communicate relevant information to onsite personnel and Allied Universal leadership.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Have at least 2 years of security-related experience.
  • Possess an armed guard card and/or license.
  • Be at least 21 years of age.
  • CPR and/or First Aid certification is preferred.
  • Ability to lift up to 20 pounds is preferred.
  • Be at least 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.
  • Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
  • 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.

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

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Job ID: 513569575
Originally Posted on: 3/13/2026

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