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Security Professional - Armed Patrol Government Card

Alexandria, Virginia

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Security Professional - Armed Patrol Government Card

Alexandria, Virginia Position Type: Full Time Shift Type: Morning, Afternoon, Overnight Req ID: 2025-1463287 Work Days Available: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Date posted: 10/27/2025
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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 Professional - Armed Patrol Government Card in Alexandria, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal, you will monitor and patrol designated government locations, remaining highly visible to help deter security-related incidents. You will respond to situations, interact with the public, and provide exceptional customer service while upholding our core values of agility, reliability, and integrity. This role allows you to make a meaningful impact by contributing to a secure environment and working alongside a dedicated team that puts people first.


Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $24.42 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTime
Mon06:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Tue02:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Wed10:00 PM - 06:00 AM
Thur10:00 PM - 06:00 AM

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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
  • Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What You'll Do:

  • Carry out security-related procedures and site-specific policies in accordance with Allied Universal guidelines, providing excellent customer service to all visitors and staff.
  • Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established protocols for armed security personnel in a government location.
  • Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout the facility and surrounding perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activities and identify any irregularities.
  • Monitor the premises for unusual activity and report findings to the appropriate Allied Universal personnel and/or local authorities as needed.
  • Assist with emergency response activities when appropriate, maintaining communication with Allied Universal and/or client contacts.
  • Maintain detailed records of patrols, incidents, and any security-related events observed during the shift.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Must possess a valid armed guard card or license.
  • Experience with handcuffs, pepper spray, and/or baton is preferred.
  • Customer service experience is preferred.
  • Experience with access control and/or badge systems is preferred.
  • CPR and/or First Aid certification 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.

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.

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Career Path

Allied Universal offers many career paths to support your immediate and future success.

  • Regional President
  • Regional Vice President
  • General Manager
  • Branch Manager
  • Director of Operations
  • Client Manager
  • Operations Manager
  • Field Supervisor
  • Shift Supervisor
  • Security Professional
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Rewards

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Employee Discount Program

  • Tuition Discount Program

  • Training & Career Development Programs

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