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Security Officer R & D Site - Clearance Eligible

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Allied Universal

Schenectady, NY (In Person)

$52,000 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 3 days ago (Updated 16 hours ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/10/2026

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Job Description

Allied Universal® is hiring a Security Officer - Cleared (Clearance Eligible). At Allied Universal, a Cleared Security Officer is entrusted with sensitive information and given the responsibility to protect classified information and personnel. As a Cleared Security Officer, you'll receive specialized training in site-specific security protocols associated with your clearance level, allowing for skill development and professional growth in the security field.
FT Overnight Shift:
Saturday - Wednesday 11pm-7am $25.00 / hour : $20.00 / training rate Must be able to obtain DoD Secret Clearance Must have a valid clean driving record Applicants must meet at least one of the following: 2+ years Military, Law Enforcement, or First Responder experience Associate Degree in Criminal Justice (or higher) 5+ years verifiable industrial security experience All qualifying experience must be within the last 10 years.
Additional requirements:
U.S. Citizen 21 years of age or older
RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide high quality security services, safeguarding personnel, property, and information with professionalism Conduct patrols within and around the facility on foot, bicycle, or vehicle to ensure the protection of people, assets, and sensitive or classified information Greet guests and employees and escorts visitors and contractors to secure entry and exit points Follow site-specific performance manuals and post orders; reporting safety concerns, security breaches, and unusual circumstances via written and oral communication to client and/or other security personnel Respond to and assesses security alarms or emergency alarms Act as a first responder in emergency situations
QUALIFICATIONS
(MUST HAVE): High school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience Able to obtain a Department of Defense (DoD) position appropriate level security clearance (national security eligibility determinations take into account a person's stability, trustworthiness, reliability, discretion, character, honesty, and judgment) Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment Must possess one or more of the following: Minimum of three (3) years of security experience on a Department of Defense-cleared site Prior military experience Effective written and oral communication and interpersonal skills Exceptional customer service skills Intermediate computer skills to operate innovative, wireless technology at client specific sites
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
(NICE TO HAVE): Prior law enforcement or armed security experience Associate's degree or higher In Criminal Justice, Business, or a related field
BENEFITS
Health insurance and 401k plans for full-time positions Schedules that fit with your personal life goals Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more…