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Security Officer Licensed Patrol

Allied Universal
United Statespart_timeVerifiedPosted 13 Jul 2026
💰 $46,000/yr

About the role


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 Licensed Patrol in Ashburn, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer in a commercial real estate location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, remain visible to help deter security-related incidents, support access control activities, and deliver outstanding customer service and communication. At Allied Universal, you will be part of a caring, agile, and reliable team that puts people first, values integrity, and brings innovative support to every shift.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $23.36 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeWed11:00 PM - 07:00 AMSat07:00 AM - 03:00 PMSun07:00 AM - 03:00 PM

What You'll Do:

  • Provide customer service to tenants, visitors, and/or staff by following site-specific procedures, access guidelines, and other security-related protocols at a commercial real estate location.
  • Respond to incidents, alarms, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, and communicate relevant details to property contacts and/or emergency responders as needed.
  • Conduct regular and random patrols throughout lobbies, parking areas, common areas, loading zones, and perimeter spaces to help to deter unwanted activity and report unusual conditions.
  • Monitor entry and exit activity, verify credentials when required, and document daily events, observations, and/or incidents in accordance with Allied Universal standards.
  • Support property operations by assisting with directions, answering questions, and reporting maintenance concerns, access issues, and/or policy violations to the appropriate personnel.

Minimum Requirements:

  • A guard card and/or license is preferred.
  • CPR certification is preferred.
  • A state, county, and/or city-issued security-related license is preferred.
  • Customer service experience is preferred.
  • Access control and/or badge experience 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.

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.


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.

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