Security Officer Front Desk Security Clearance in Linthicum Heights, MD
Job title from Allied Universal: Security Officer Front Desk Security Clearance
Source: Allied Universal job site (securitycareers-aus.icims.com). This job is posted on the company's own site; we last checked it on Oct 20, 2026.
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License in Maryland
To work as a security guard in Maryland you need the Security Guard Certification, issued by the Maryland Department of State Police, Licensing Division.
Minimum age: 18.
How the pay compares
This job pays USD 18.96 an hour more than the typical USD 19.00 an hour for security guard jobs in Maryland (108 jobs that list the pay).
About Allied Universal here
Allied Universal has 8 more open security guard jobs in Linthicum Heights, MD.
Typical pay at Allied Universal in Maryland: USD 19.00 an hour (66 jobs that list the pay).
Job description from Allied Universal
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 Front Desk Security Clearance in Linthicum Heights, MD, 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 dynamic aerospace and defense location, you will serve as a welcoming, professional presence while supporting access control, visitor management, and security-related communications. You will help maintain a controlled environment through attentive monitoring, clear service, and timely reporting. Join Allied Universal, where agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, caring, and integrity guide how we support people and operations.
Position Type: Full Time
Pay Rate: $37.96 / Hour
Job Schedule:
DayTimeThur10:00 PM - 06:00 AMFri10:00 PM - 06:00 AMSat02:00 PM - 10:00 PMSun02:00 PM - 10:00 PMWhat You'll Do:
- Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and/or contractors at a front desk within an aerospace and defense location while carrying out security-related procedures and site-specific policies.
- Monitor access to the facility by verifying identification, managing visitor registration, issuing credentials as authorized, and directing guests in accordance with site requirements.
- Maintain accurate visitor, access, and/or incident records while handling sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.
- Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner; notify appropriate personnel and support emergency response activities as directed.
- Monitor front-desk activity and report suspicious behavior, access concerns, or security-related policy violations to appropriate personnel.
Minimum Requirements:
- Possess an active DoD TS-SCI clearance.
- Have at least 1 year of security-related experience.
- A state, county, or city-issued license for security-related work 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
2026-1707099Apply on the Allied Universal site
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