Role Overview
Allied Universal is hiring a principal-level Security Officer FT. This is a full-time role in Arlington. posted 3 days ago. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
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 Visitor Management in Arlington, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries. Join Allied Universal as a Front Desk professional, where you will be the welcoming first point of contact at a dynamic location. In this stationary role, you will help support security-related operations by monitoring access, assisting visitors, observing activity, and sharing clear communication. Guided by a caring, agile, reliable, and innovative culture, you will deliver excellent service through teamwork and integrity every day.
Position Type: Full Time
Pay Rate: $21.01 / Hour
Job Schedule
DayTimeMon11:00 PM - 07:00 AMTue11:00 PM - 07:00 AMWed11:00 PM - 07:00 AMThur11:00 PM - 07:00 AMFri11:00 PM - 07:00 AM
What You'll Do
- Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and staff by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities when appropriate.
- Monitor front desk activity, manage visitor check-in and sign-in processes, and help to deter unauthorized access through access control and badge verification procedures.
- Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, and communicate relevant information to site contacts and/or emergency services as needed.
- Answer questions, provide directions, and support daily front desk operations while maintaining accurate logs, reports, and other required documentation.
Minimum Requirements
- A current guard card or license is preferred.
- Customer service experience is preferred.
- Comfort using a computer or tablet 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
2026-1615226
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Security Officer FT position at Allied Universal?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Allied Universal. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Security Officer FT position at Allied Universal located?
This position is based in Arlington. Allied Universal has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Security Officer FT at Allied Universal earn?
Allied Universal has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Security Officer FT role at Allied Universal posted?
This role was posted on June 17, 2026 (3 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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