Security Officer Armed Patrol Security Response in Atlanta, GA

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 Security Response in Atlanta, GA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Armed Security Officer supporting a government location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and respond professionally to evolving situations. You will provide exceptional customer service and clear communication while supporting a welcoming environment. Join Allied Universal, where agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, care, and integrity guide our work every day.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $22.72 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon07:00 AM - 05:30 PMTue07:00 AM - 05:30 PMWed01:30 PM - 05:30 PMThur11:30 AM - 05:30 PMFri11:00 AM - 05:30 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and contractors while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities at a government office location.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of interior areas, exterior grounds, parking areas, access points, and perimeter boundaries to help deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access control points, verify visitor credentials, and maintain accurate logs and reports of security-related activities and incidents.
• Respond to alarms, incidents, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner; coordinate with site contacts and public emergency services as appropriate.
• Carry and maintain authorized firearms and related equipment in accordance with applicable laws, Allied Universal requirements, and site-specific policies.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess at least 3 years of combined law enforcement, military, and/or security-related experience or a college degree.
• Possess CPO certification.
• Possess at least 5 years of security-related experience.
• A valid firearms permit is preferred.
• A guard card or license 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.

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

2026-1688769