Security Officer Full Time Access Control Systems Operator

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 Full Time Access Control Systems Operator in Portsmouth, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Access Control Officer at a government transportation location, you will help manage entry points, verify credentials, monitor access activity, and maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents. You will deliver exceptional customer service and clear communication while supporting a professional environment. At Allied Universal, our agile, reliable, and innovative team puts people first, works together, and acts with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon01:30 PM - 09:30 PMWed05:00 AM - 12:00 PMThur05:00 AM - 12:00 PMFri01:30 PM - 09:30 PMSat01:30 PM - 09:30 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, contractors, and/or vendors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific access-control policies, and emergency response activities at a government maritime transportation location.
• Monitor access points, verify identification and authorization credentials, maintain visitor and contractor entry records, and direct individuals according to established site procedures.
• Respond to access-control concerns, incidents, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, notifying appropriate site contacts and/or emergency personnel as directed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned facilities, access points, parking areas, and perimeter areas to identify unusual conditions and help to deter unauthorized access.
• Prepare accurate reports and maintain required logs related to visitor activity, access-control events, incidents, and/or patrol observations.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess a Transportation Worker Identification Credential issued by the Transportation Security Administration.
• A guard card 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.

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

2026-1666444