Security Professional - Access Control Specialist

Allied Universal • Portsmouth, VA • 22h ago

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 - Access Control Specialist in Portsmouth, VA , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Aero/Defense, and more. As an Access Control Officer with Allied Universal, you will monitor and patrol assigned aero and defense locations, helping to deter security-related incidents and maintaining a secure environment. Your visible presence and routine patrols will support a sense of reassurance for all on-site, while you provide outstanding customer service and clear communication. Join a team that values agility, reliability, and innovation, where people come first and teamwork drives success. Your role will be essential in upholding integrity and delivering a superior security-related experience in a dynamic aerospace and defense setting.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.50 / Hour

Job Schedule:

Day Time

Mon02:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Tue02:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Fri02:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Sat02:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Sun02:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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:

Provide customer service to all visitors, employees, and contractors by following access control procedures and site-specific policies at the aerospace and defense location.

Monitor entry and exit points to help to deter unauthorized access and maintain accurate records of site ingress and egress.

Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established protocols relevant to the location.

Conduct regular and random patrols of both interior and exterior areas to help to deter security-related incidents and identify potential concerns.

Collaborate with team members and site personnel to address access control issues and support emergency response activities as needed.

Maintain detailed logs and reports of activities, observations, and any security-related incidents throughout the shift.

Communicate promptly with Allied Universal supervision and site management regarding any unusual activities or access control concerns.

Stay informed of and adhere to all site-specific policies, procedures, and regulations as they pertain to access control at this aerospace and defense location.

Minimum Requirements:

CPR and/or First Aid certification is preferred.

A valid 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.

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 .

Job ID: 2025-1470362

Location: United States-Virginia-Portsmouth Heights

Job Category: Security Officer

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