Armed Security Officer

Armed Security Officer

Pay: $15.00–$20.00 per hour
Job Type: Part-Time / Contract
Schedule: Afternoon, Evening, & Overnight Shifts
Primary Availability Needed: Weekdays and Weekends
Service Area: Mississippi Gulf Coast

Position Overview

Defense Professionals Security Group is seeking experienced, professional Armed Security Officers to support client assignments throughout the Mississippi Gulf Coast.

Our Armed Security Officers serve in a variety of professional security environments and are responsible for protecting people, property, and client operations while maintaining a professional and service-oriented presence.

Internal DPSG Classification: Field Agent

This opportunity is ideal for experienced security professionals and individuals with prior law enforcement, military, corrections, or protective-services experience who are looking to continue developing within the security and protection industry.

Responsibilities

Armed Security Officers may be responsible for:

• Maintaining a visible and professional security presence at assigned client locations
• Conducting routine patrols and security checks
• Monitoring facilities, access points, and surrounding areas for suspicious or unsafe activity
• Responding appropriately to security incidents, disturbances, alarms, and emergencies
• Using communication and de-escalation skills to manage conflicts when appropriate
• Coordinating with supervisors, emergency services, and law enforcement when necessary
• Completing accurate and detailed incident and activity reports
• Enforcing client site rules, access-control procedures, and security protocols
• Providing professional assistance to clients, employees, guests, and visitors
• Maintaining readiness throughout the assigned shift

Qualifications

Required:

• At least 3 years of armed security or comparable professional experience
• Ability to legally perform armed security duties in Mississippi
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Ability to work evening and overnight assignments
• Ability to travel to client locations throughout the Mississippi Gulf Coast
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Professional appearance and conduct
• Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions during stressful situations

Preferred Experience:

• Prior law enforcement
• Military service
• Corrections
• Executive or close protection
• Armed private security
• Public safety or emergency response

CPR/First Aid certification is preferred. Additional requirements may apply based on client assignment.

Schedule

We are currently seeking applicants with strong Thursday through Sunday evening and overnight availability.

Assignments and hours may vary based on client needs and operational requirements. Additional shifts may become available.

Why Join Defense Professionals Security Group?

We are looking for security professionals who want more than simply standing a post. DPSG emphasizes professionalism, readiness, training, accountability, and continued development within the protection industry.

Team members may have opportunities to gain experience across multiple security environments and be considered for additional assignments and advancement based on performance, qualifications, training, and operational needs.

Benefits may include:

• Flexible scheduling
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Advancement opportunities
• Diverse security assignments

Our Standard

At Defense Professionals Security Group, professionalism and readiness are expected on every assignment. We are seeking dependable professionals who take pride in protecting others, representing the client well, and maintaining a high standard of conduct.

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply through Indeed.

Defense Professionals Security Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10.0 – 35.0 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

Application Question(s):

• Are you legally eligible and properly credentialed to perform armed security work in Mississippi?
• Do you have reliable transportation and the ability to report to client assignments throughout the Mississippi Gulf Coast?
• Are you willing to undergo the background screening and other pre-assignment requirements associated with this position?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• armed security : 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• First Aid Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road

Salary : $15 - $20