Security Officer Armed Patrol Response

Security Officer Armed Patrol Response

Lake Charles, Louisiana Position Type: Full Time Shift Type: Morning Req ID: 2026-1596017 Work Days Available: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Date posted: 05/19/2026

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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 Armed Patrol Response in Lake Charles, LA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Patrol Officer at a dynamic technology, media, and telecommunications location, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help reduce security-related incidents, and deliver outstanding customer service and communication. Guided by a caring culture, teamwork, and integrity, you will support a professional environment while responding to incidents and assisting employees, visitors, and property needs.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $21.00 / Hour

Pre-Employment Requirements (Contractual)

Active Armed Guard Card/License (Texas only) (C122)

Armed Guard Card/License (C135)

3+ Years' Combined Law Enforcement/Corrections/Military OR 5+ Years Armed Security Experience (C158)

Job Schedule:

DayTimeWed07:00 AM - 05:00 PMThur07:00 AM - 05:00 PMFri07:00 AM - 05:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and/or contractors by carrying out site-specific procedures, access protocols, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a technology, media, and/or telecommunications location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and communicating with site contacts, supervisors, and/or public emergency responders as needed.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout buildings, offices, parking areas, and perimeter locations to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify unusual conditions.
• Monitor entrances, exits, and other sensitive areas while verifying credentials, controlling access, and reporting security-related concerns, policy violations, and/or maintenance issues.
• Carry authorized firearm and/or protective equipment in accordance with post orders and Allied Universal standards while maintaining professional presence and readiness for assigned duties.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• Have 3 or more years of combined law enforcement, corrections, and/or military experience, or 5 or more years of armed security-related experience.
• Possess a Texas Level III Armed Certification.
• Be at least 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.
• Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
• 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

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