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Armed Protective Security Officer

Constellis
Silver, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 4/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/25/2026
Position Summary 

  

Armed Protective Security Officers will staff armed posts and provide security for the personnel and property of, and visitors to, assigned US Government Property. May also work in a Control Center. 

  

  

Responsibilities 

  • Protect personnel and property in a professional manner. 
  • Meet and deal tactfully and politely with general public and visitors. 
  • Effectively and efficiently screen and process visitors. 
  • Identify, report, delay or detain persons who violate rules and regulations. 
  • Conduct internal and external roving foot patrols. 
  • Complete all reports and paperwork as required. 
  • Ability to maintain excellent detection rate on x ray machine. 
  • Detect and respond to alarms and emergencies. 
  • Secure entrances and exits during emergencies. 
  • Control keys and lock combinations. 
  • Communicate and remain accessible via two-way radio or company issued cellular phone. 
  • Understand and comply with all requirements defined within company documents to include Post and General Orders, plans, policies, procedures. 
  • Observe and report all offenses/incidents. 
  • Provide first aid, CPR, and assist during emergencies as necessary. 
  • Must be able to wear protective body armor as a part of the duty uniform. 
  • Maintain mandated training requirements in accordance with company guidance. 
  • Maintain physical fitness, agility requirements, and weapons qualifications. 
  • Ensure safety requirements compliance and safe work practices. 
  • Support safety programs Participate in Quality and Process Improvement programs. 
  • Perform other duties as assigned. 



Qualifications 

  • US Citizen with a valid social security card. 
  • Must possess a minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent. 
  • Possess at least one of the following experience/ education criteria: 
  • (1) minimum of three (3) years of armed guard experience within past five years. 
  • (2) Three (3) years of military or National Guard. 
  • (3) Successful completion of a state certified law enforcement education and training or police officer's standard training course. 
  • Must meet all medical and physical standards as outlined in the contract. 
  • Meet background screening and U.S. Government suitability requirements. 
  • Position may require the ability to acquire, and maintain, a security clearance. 
  • Successful completion of Protective Security Officer Training and certification. 
  • Pass and maintain medical and physical fitness standards. 
  • Duties require lifting more than 10 pounds, bending twisting, standing and some activities that involve standing for long periods of time. Requires conducting foot patrols and response to alarms in varied weather conditions. 90% of the work will require some sort of physical activity. Occasional travel is required and must be willing to work rotating shifts. 

  

 benefits 

  

Constellis offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects its commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace. 

  • Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance. 
  • Paid Time-Off Program & Company Paid Holidays. 
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan. 
  • Insurance: Basic Life & Supplemental Life. 
  • Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts. 
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability. 
  • Personal Development & Learning Opportunities. 
  • On-the-job Training, Skills Development & Certifications. 
  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach. 

  

WORKING CONDITIONS 

  

Work site is a 24/7 location based in a busy office environment and subject to frequent interruptions. 

  

Physical Requirements 

  

May be required to lift and carry awkward items weighing up to 25 lbs. Requires intermittent standing, walking, sitting, squatting, stretching and bending throughout the workday. 

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