Security Officer - Front Desk Clearance Required

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.

As a Security Officer - Front Desk Clearance Required in Manassas, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Aero/Defense, and more. Join Allied Universal at a leading aero and defense location as a Front Desk Officer, serving as the first point of contact for employees and visitors. You will manage access control, verify credentials, issue badges, monitor cameras and alarms, and document incidents with clear communication. Bring professionalism and customer service to support security-related operations, working with a team that is agile, reliable, innovative, and driven by integrity and a people-first culture.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $40.01 / Hour

Job Schedule:

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 visitors, employees, and/or contractors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at an aerospace and defense location.
• Staff the front desk, greet and screen visitors, confirm appointment details, and route guests to the appropriate contact while maintaining a professional presence.
• Manage access control at the reception area by issuing visitor credentials, maintaining visitor logs, verifying identification, and supporting badging and/or check-in processes.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including receiving calls for assistance, notifying site contacts, and documenting actions taken.
• Monitor alarms, cameras, and/or communication systems from the front desk, report irregular activity, and complete required reports and shift pass-downs to help to deter unauthorized access.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have 1 or more years of security-related experience.
• Have an active DoD Secret clearance.
• Be 21 or more years of age.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• A guard card and/or license 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.

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.

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