Security Officer Patrol Operations Specialist

Allied Universal

Reston, VA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Access Control, CPR Certification, Customer Support/Service, Documentation, Driver's License, Emergency Response, Facebook, Federal Laws and Regulations, Finance, Hospital, Incident Response, Leadership, LinkedIn, Operational Support, Operations, Problem Solving Skills, Protective Services, Retail, State Laws and Regulations, Tablet PC, Team Player
LOCATION
Reston, VA
POSTED
6 days ago

Security Officer Patrol Operations Specialist

Reston, Virginia Position Type: Full Time Shift Type: Overnight Req ID: 2026-1637040 Work Days Available: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Date posted: 07/20/2026

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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 Patrol Operations Specialist in Reston, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Financial Institutions, and more. Join Allied Universal at a premier financial institution location, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help discourage incidents, and deliver outstanding customer service and communication. In this unarmed patrol role, you will support daily operations with professionalism, teamwork, and integrity while contributing to a caring, reliable, and innovative culture that puts people first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $21.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon10:00 PM - 06:00 AMTue10:00 PM - 06:00 AMWed10:00 PM - 06:00 AMThur10:00 PM - 06:00 AMFri10:00 PM - 06:00 AM

What You'll Do:

  • Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and/or vendors by carrying out security-related procedures, location policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities in a professional manner.
  • Respond to incidents, alarms, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and communicating relevant details to site contacts and/or Allied Universal leadership.
  • Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the facility, office areas, entry points, and perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or identify unusual conditions.
  • Monitor access points and assist with visitor processing, badge verification, and/or directional support in accordance with location protocols common to a financial institution environment.
  • Prepare clear, accurate reports of daily activities, incidents, and/or maintenance concerns, and relay important information to help support ongoing security-related operations.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Comfortable using a computer and/or tablet preferred.
  • Customer service experience preferred.
  • Alarm panel experience preferred.
  • Access control and/or badge experience preferred.
  • CPR certification 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.

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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About the Company

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Allied Universal

Allied Universal provides unparalleled service, systems and solutions to the people and business of our communities, and is North America's leading security services provider. With over 140,000 employees, Allied Universal delivers high-quality, tailored solutions, which allows clients to focus on their core business. For more information: 866.825.5433 or www.AUS.com
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Security and Surveillance
FOUNDED
2016
WEBSITE
http://www.aus.com/Careers