Security Officer Access Operations

Security Officer Access Operations Job in Sterling, Virginia

Sterling, Virginia Position Type: Full Time Shift Type: Overnight Req ID: 2026-1638669 Work Days Available: Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday Date posted: 07/22/2026

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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 Access Operations in Sterling, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. Join Allied Universal at a dynamic technology location where you will manage access control, monitor entry activity, and support security-related operations with professionalism and care. In this role, you will help to deter unauthorized access, assist visitors and staff with clear communication, and contribute to a reliable, innovative team culture built on integrity, teamwork, and putting people first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $19.29 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon12:00 AM - 08:00 AMThur12:00 AM - 08:00 AMFri12:00 AM - 08:00 AMSat12:00 AM - 08:00 AMSun12:00 AM - 08:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and contractors by following site-specific procedures, access protocols, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify credentials and/or identification, and help to deter unauthorized access to the location.
• Register visitors, issue passes as directed, maintain accurate access logs, and communicate access-related information to site personnel.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating concerns according to post orders and Allied Universal guidelines.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of access points, lobbies, and perimeter areas within the location to identify unusual activity and report security-related concerns.

Minimum Requirements:

• 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.

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.

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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