Allied Universal is hiring: Security Officer - Media Lobby Desk in Vienna
Allied Universal, Vienna, VA, US
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 - Media Lobby Desk** in **Vienna, VA** , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. As a Front Desk Security Professional with Allied Universal at a leading tech location, you will be the first point of contact, providing a welcoming presence and exceptional customer service. You will help to deter security-related incidents by managing access control, monitoring visitor activity, and supporting a secure environment. Join a team that values agility, reliability, and integrity, where your contributions make a difference every day.
- *Position Type: Full Time**
- *Pay Rate: $25.00 / Hour**
- *Job Schedule:**
- *Day** **Time**
- **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.
- Provide excellent customer service to clients, visitors, and employees at the front desk by following security-related procedures and site-specific policies.
- Monitor entry and exit points, verifying identification and/or credentials as required for access to the location.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established protocols.
- Assist with visitor management, including registration and directing guests to appropriate areas within the location.
- Maintain accurate records of daily activities, incidents, and/or irregularities observed at the front desk.
- Communicate professionally with internal staff, guests, and/or emergency personnel as needed.
- Support emergency response activities and follow company and client protocols during incidents.
- At least 1 year of security-related experience is required.
- Applicants must be at least 21 years of age.
- Customer service experience is preferred.
- A guard card or license is preferred.
- Experience with access control and/or badge systems 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.
- *Job ID:** 2025-1492818
- *Location:** United States-Virginia-Vienna
- *Job Category:** Security Officer