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Security Officer Armed Perimeter Patrol

Ridgeland, South Carolina

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Security Officer Armed Perimeter Patrol

Ridgeland, South Carolina Position Type: Full Time Shift Type: Afternoon Req ID: 2026-1543491 Work Days Available: Thursday, Friday, Saturday Date posted: 03/01/2026
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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 Officer Armed Perimeter Patrol in Ridgeland, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal at a government location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, perform routine rounds, and maintain a visible presence that helps to discourage security-related incidents. You will support access points as needed, document observations, and communicate clearly with staff, visitors, and your team. Guided by our agile, reliable, and innovative approach, you will deliver through teamwork while always acting with integrity.


Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.25 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTime
Thur06:45 PM - 07:00 AM
Fri06:45 PM - 07:00 AM
Sat06:45 PM - 07:00 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 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 and staff by following site-specific security-related procedures, access control requirements, and/or emergency response activities at a government location.
  • Conduct regular and random foot and/or vehicle patrols of buildings, grounds, parking areas, and perimeter points to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or policy violations.
  • Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including de-escalation, requesting assistance, and coordinating with on-site personnel and/or public responders as directed.
  • Monitor entrances, controlled areas, and common spaces; verify identification and/or authorization when required; and document entries, exits, and unusual activity per post orders.
  • Complete timely reports such as incident logs, patrol reports, and shift activity summaries, and communicate relevant observations to Allied Universal supervision and/or site representatives.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Have 1+ years' armed security, law enforcement, and/or military experience.
  • Access control and/or badge experience 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.

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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