Security Officer - Armed - Retired NYPD Corrections - Agency in New York, NY
Job title from Allied Universal: Security Officer - Armed - Retired NYPD Corrections - Agency
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 21, 2026.
License in New York
To work as a security guard in New York you need the Security Guard Registration (security guard registration card), issued by the New York State Department of State, Division of Licensing Services (security guard registration); training mandated by General Business Law Article 7-A with course approval by the Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS).
Armed posts also need: Armed security guard registration (armed guard registration card); the 47-hour firearms course requires a valid NYS pistol permit and a security guard registration to enroll.
How the pay compares
This job pays USD 14.20 an hour more than the typical USD 18.87 an hour for security guard jobs in New York, NY (269 jobs that list the pay).
This job pays USD 14.00 an hour more than the typical USD 19.07 an hour for security guard jobs in New York (759 jobs that list the pay).
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About Allied Universal here
Allied Universal has 285 more open security guard jobs in New York, NY.
Typical pay at Allied Universal in New York: USD 19.00 an hour (632 jobs that list the pay).
Job description from Allied Universal
Overview
Company 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 an Armed Security Officer you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, Healthcare, Education, Government and more.
Hourly Pay Rate: $33.07 / hour
Responsibilities:
- Provide customer service to our clients by carrying out safety and security procedures, site-specific policies and when appropriate, emergency response activities
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem solving manner
- Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter. Working environments and conditions may vary by client site.
Minimum Requirements:
- Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles
- Possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience
- 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/safety 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
Perks and Benefits:
- Health insurance and Eligible for our company's retirement plans
- Schedules that fit with your personal life goals
- Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities
- Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more…
Licensed by the New York State Department of State
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
2026-1707952Apply on the Allied Universal site
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