Security Guard - Tech Site 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 Guard - Tech Site Clearance Required in North Charleston, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. As a Front Desk Security Professional with Allied Universal in a dynamic technology and media environment, you will play a crucial role in providing a welcoming presence while monitoring access and assisting visitors. This stationary post allows you to help to deter security-related incidents and support daily operations through exceptional customer service and clear communication. You will embody our agile, reliable, and innovative values, putting people first and working collaboratively with your team to create a secure and supportive atmosphere for everyone on site.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $24.72 / 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 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:

• Greet and assist visitors, employees, and contractors at the front desk, providing excellent customer service in a professional manner.
• Monitor access control to the location by verifying identification and credentials of individuals entering the premises.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following site-specific protocols.
• Maintain detailed and accurate logs of visitor activity, deliveries, and any security-related incidents at the front desk.
• Communicate and coordinate with Allied Universal management, site personnel, and local authorities as necessary during emergency response activities.
• Follow security-related procedures and site-specific policies to help to deter unauthorized access and/or suspicious activity at the location.
• Assist with security-related administrative tasks, such as issuing visitor badges and maintaining sign-in records.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must have 1 or more years of security-related, armed security, law enforcement, and/or military experience.
• Must possess an active Department of Defense Confidential, Secret, or Top Secret Clearance.
• Must have a valid law enforcement officer license.
• 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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