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Security Officer - Patrol and Alarm Response

Allied Universal
Allied Universal Salary
Austin, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 2/20/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/20/2026

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 - Patrol and Alarm Response in Austin, TX, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. As an unarmed Patrol Officer at a leading tech and telecommunications location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, conduct routine rounds, and stay visible to help to deter security-related incidents. You will support access control, respond to alarms and service requests, and communicate clearly while delivering a customer-focused experience. At Allied Universal, you will work with a team that is agile, reliable, and innovative, putting people first and acting with integrity.


Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $22.28 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTime
Mon04:30 PM - 12:30 AM
Tue04:30 PM - 12:30 AM
Wed04:30 PM - 12:30 AM
Thur04:30 PM - 12:30 AM

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.

What You'll Do:

  • Provide customer service to site personnel and visitors by following post orders, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response procedures as directed.
  • Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting actions and outcomes per policy.
  • Conduct regular and random patrols of offices, telecom equipment areas, parking areas, and the perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.
  • Control access at entrances and designated areas by verifying identification, managing visitor check-in, and directing individuals according to location procedures.
  • Complete shift reports and other required documentation, communicate noteworthy activity to site contacts and Allied Universal leadership, and escalate issues as needed.

Minimum Requirements:

  • CPR Certification is preferred and may be completed post hire.
  • Access Control/Badge Experience is preferred.
  • Comfortable Using Computer or Tablet is preferred.
  • Alarm Panel Experience is preferred.
  • Customer Service 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.

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.

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