Armed Security Officer (NY)

Overview

Join one of the fastest-growing and largest privately held security companies in the U.S.!  Since 1998, Sunstates Security has established a reputation for providing excellent customer service and quality work environments for its team across the country. We're committed to hiring, developing, and retaining a diverse and exceptionally qualified workforce. 

We reinvest in our employees by offering a benefits package that exceeds industry standards, career growth opportunities, extensive internal training, employee incentive programs, team recognition, and more. Employees are provided with the tools and knowledge they need to be successful and hands-on management support. 

Recent national awards received by Sunstates include Outstanding Contract Security Company in 2022 & 2023 and INC’s America’s Fastest Growing Private Companies list.     

Sunstates Security’s mission and vision statement are at the heart of everything we do, focusing all efforts on honor, integrity, and trust. If you're searching for a career with challenging and rewarding opportunities, we invite you to explore the possibilities at Sunstates Security. As a proactive security partner for some of the country's leading companies and organizations, we provide careers for talented people to become part of a successful, growing company. 

Job Skills / Requirements

We are currently hiring for an Armed Security Officer position in the New York City location. Candidates must have NY Armed Registration. ***NOTE: ALL Candidates need to have a Unrestricted Carry License. This post does require previous Corrections or NYPD Law Enforcement experience is required. Qualified retired law enforcement officers must carry the photographic identification issued by the agency for which they were employed as well as the firearm certification for the firearm they intend to carry. Strong communication skills are a must. Candidate has to be able to stand for long periods of time. The starting rate of pay will be $37.50/hour.

A Security Officer must perform duties as specified by the Post Orders and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). The Security Officer will read and become extremely knowledgeable of Post Orders and SOP, and will be able to act quickly and efficiently according to such directives.

Education Requirements (All)

High School diploma or equivalent

Certification Requirements (All)

Drivers License
NY State Security Guard License

Additional Information / Benefits

The Sunstates customizable benefits package includes the following minimum components:

• Affordable Care Act compliant Medical Benefits Program
• Dental Insurance Program
• Free Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Bereavement Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Direct Deposit or Pay Cards
• Employee Incentives
• Referral Bonuses
• Employee of the Month Award
• Education Reimbursement
• Service Awards
• Employee Involvement Initiatives
• Management Mentoring and Support
• Career Advancement
• 401K program

Only candidates who meet our rigorous employment standards and who are excellent matches for open positions (as personally verified by Site Managers) are invited to join our security team. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and supporter of our military veterans!

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Short Term Disability, 401K/403b Plan, Educational Assistance