Security Officer Security Clearance Reception Specialist

McLean, VAFull-time$34.96/hrPosted Jul 21, 2026

Overview

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.

Job Description

As a Security Officer Security Clearance Reception Specialist in McLean, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. Join Allied Universal as a Front Desk professional in a dynamic tech, media, and telecom location, where you will welcome visitors, manage access, support security-related procedures, and deliver exceptional customer service and communication. In this highly visible role, you will represent a caring, reliable team that puts people first, works with integrity, and brings an agile, innovative approach to daily operations.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $34.96 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon06:00 AM - 02:00 PMTue06:00 AM - 02:00 PMWed06:00 AM - 02:00 PMFri06:00 AM - 02:00 PM

What You'll Do:

  • Provide customer service by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or appropriate emergency response activities at a front desk location.
  • Monitor access to the location by greeting visitors, confirming identity and/or credentials, maintaining visitor logs, and communicating with site contacts regarding entry requests.
  • Respond to incidents, unusual activity, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating concerns according to site protocols.
  • Support a professional front desk presence by answering questions, directing foot traffic, observing lobby activity, and reporting maintenance, access, and/or security-related concerns to the appropriate personnel.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Possess an active DoD Secret Clearance.
  • Be at least 21 years of age.
  • CPR/First Aid is preferred.
  • Customer service experience is preferred.
  • A guard card and/or license 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 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.

Closing

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.

Requisition ID

2026-1637896

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