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Armed Security Officer

Paragon Systems, Inc.
New Hill, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 8/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/2/2026

Position: ARMED SECURITY OFFICER

Location: New Hill, NC

WAGE: $20.00/HR

Paragon Armed Security Officers are responsible for controlling accessing, foot and/or vehicle patrols and preserving order at the client’s site. As an armed officer in the Energy Sector applicants must be 21 years of age or older and meet NRC background screening requirements for access.

Our work is demanding. We thrive in the midst of challenge. We are brave, organized and ready. We are rewarded for it with above market pay, comprehensive benefits and valuable training. We believe in the vital role that we play in society and the recognition we get from it fuels us.

By joining Paragon, you have the opportunity to work with our industry leading client, Duke Energy, a Fortune 150 company one of America’s largest energy holding companies. Over the past two years, 135 SCIS employees transitioned to employment with Duke resulting in higher pay rates and bonus incentives.

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Minimum Requirements/Qualifications

  • Reliable transportation
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Eligible to work in the U.S.
  • High School Diploma or G.E.D.
  • 21 years of age or older
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work rotating shift schedule day and night

Military, Law Enforcement background or previous Security experience is preferred, but not required. Willing to submit to background procedures including drug screen and background check.

Benefits

  • $20 per hour starting rate of pay. Average bi-weekly gross pay- $1,760.
  • Paid PTO time, paid double time on holidays, and paid night shift differential.
  • 12-hour rotating shifts with OT available to support 24/7 operation.
  • Built in overtime, paid at 1.5 times your hourly rate of pay.
  • Work 7 day shifts, and 7 night shifts out of every 28-day rotating cycle.
  • Premium medical insurance, dental, vision, 401k, PAI, and short-term disability.
  • Re-qualifications paid by company. Uniforms and all equipment provided by company.

“All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. “

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20

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