Cleared Security Officer - Department of Defense - Greenlawn, Long Island

$43,680 - $47,674/Yr

Allied Universal - Huntingtn Sta, NY

Full-time

Huntingtn Sta, NY

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

Allied Universal is seeking a Cleared Security Officer for the Department of Defense located in Greenlawn, Long Island. This part-time position involves safeguarding personnel, property, and sensitive information while providing high-quality security services. The role requires active DoD Secret Clearance and involves interacting with the public and clients, ensuring a secure environment through various patrols and emergency response actions.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality security services, safeguarding personnel, property, and information with professionalism.
• Conduct patrols within and around the facility on foot, bicycle, or vehicle to ensure the protection of people, assets, and sensitive or classified information.
• Greet guests and employees and escort visitors and contractors to secure entry and exit points.
• Follow site-specific performance manuals and post orders; report safety concerns, security breaches, and unusual circumstances via written and oral communication to client and/or other security personnel.
• Respond to and assess security alarms or emergency alarms.
• Act as a first responder in emergency situations.

Requirements

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience.
• Must possess a Department of Defense (DoD) position appropriate level security clearance.
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
• Must possess one or more of the following: Minimum of three (3) years of security experience on a Department of Defense-cleared site or prior military experience.
• Effective written and oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Intermediate computer skills to operate innovative, wireless technology at client specific sites.

Nice-to-haves

• Prior law enforcement or armed security experience.
• Associate's degree or higher in Criminal Justice, Business, or a related field.

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…