
Security Officer -Security Operations Center Officer
West Chester, Pennsylvania
Security Officer -Security Operations Center Officer
West Chester, Pennsylvania Position: Type Full Time Shift Type: Afternoon, Evening Req ID: 2025-1403029 Work Days Available: Monday, Saturday - Sunday, Tuesday Date posted: 07/10/2025Allied 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. We offer comprehensive benefits for most full-time positions, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, a retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks, and more.
As a Security Operations Center Officer, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, Healthcare, Education, Government and more.
*Seeking FULL-TIME, Evening Security Officer in West Chester, PA*
Saturday and Sunday Midnight-Noon plus
Monday and Tuesday 4PM-Midnight
$23.00 An Hour Starting Pay!
- ATTENDANCE IS A MUST
Want to know what we offer?
- We offer attractive Weekly Pay
- Excellent Career Advancement Opportunities!
- Professional Development Training Provided at No Cost!
- Paid Orientation, Medical, Dental, Vision and 401k for Full-Time!
- Uniforms and Equipment Provided at No Cost!
RESUME REQUIRED FOR CONSIDERATION
Security Experience - 5+ Years (C113)
Access Control/Badge Experience (B201)
Alarm Panel Experience (B202)
Comfortable Using Computer or Tablet (B204)
CPR Certification (B205)
Customer Service Experience (B219)
Responsibilities:
- The Security Operations Center (SOC) Specialist supports the monitoring and response to internal and external security events with potential impact on senior leadership, staff, business assets, reputation, and facilities
- This role assists in conducting video patrols, monitoring security camera feeds, and investigating security alarms
- The Specialist contributes to the analysis of security incidents and the monitoring of open-source media for security-related events
- They provide support in executing security policies, maintaining physical security systems, and communicating significant matters to the management team
- Assigned shifts are subject to change to meet the operational needs of the SOC
- Assists in monitoring internal and external security events to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities
- Contributes to the analysis of security incidents, reviewing findings, and identifying patterns or trends
- Supports the monitoring of open-source media for security-related events and potential impacts
- Provides timely and accurate information to support the protection of people, assets/intellectual property, and facilities
- Follows security policies and procedures to ensure compliance and contribute to process improvement
- Assists in the monitoring and maintenance of physical security systems
- Documents and communicates relevant information to support decision-making processes
- Communicates effectively with peers, partners, customers, and employees
- Participates in the continuous improvement of SOC processes and procedures
- Maintains awareness of emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and industry best practices
- Position requires sitting, heavy phone usage, and screen exposure for extended periods of time
- Must be flexible with schedules and willing to work holidays, nights, weekends, and overtime
- Potentially high-stress environment with exposure to multiple aspects of emergency incidents
- Understand our Operating Principles; make them the guidelines for how you do your job
- Own the customer experience - think and act in ways that put our customers first, give them seamless digital options at every touchpoint, and make them promoters of our products and services
- Know your stuff - be enthusiastic learners, users and advocates of our game-changing technology, products and services, especially our digital tools and experiences
- Provide customer service to our clients by carrying out safety and security procedures, site-specific policies and when appropriate, emergency response activities
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem solving manner
- Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter. Working environments and conditions may vary by client site.
- Monitor closed circuit television systems and alarms.
- Monitor and operate facility computers systems regularly, as assigned.
- Handle security issues or emergency situations appropriately. Contact Emergency Services, such as EMT, Fire Dept., etc.
Minimum Requirements:
- Demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic environment and manage multiple tasks
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
- Basic knowledge of access control, video management, and intrusion detection systems
- Familiarity with incident management processes
- Analytical mindset with the ability to identify and escalate critical issues
- Attention to detail and accuracy in work
- Awareness of relevant regulations and compliance requirements
- Interest in threat intelligence platforms and tools
- Understanding of basic network security concepts and protocols
- Familiarity with physical security systems
- Generally, it requires at least 3 years of related experience to include, crisis management, physical security, and critical infrastructure protection, risk controls, and loss prevention.
- Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles
- Possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience
- 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
Perks and Benefits:
- Health insurance and 401k plans for full-time positions
- Schedules that fit with your personal life goals
- Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities
- Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more…
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 any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, 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
We do exciting and fulfilling work that protects people and assets, and that feels good
Rewards
From the time our Professional Security Guards are hired, generally, excluding some clients and unions, employees are eligible for health and welfare benefits 1st of month following 60 days of employment. For 401(k) eligibility employees are eligible after 6 months of service.
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Company-Paid Life Insurance
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