Maryland armed guard

Overview

Join our dynamic security team as a Maryland Armed Guard, where your vigilance and expertise will be essential in safeguarding assets, personnel, and property. This role offers an exciting opportunity to utilize your law enforcement background, surveillance skills, and emergency response capabilities in a fast-paced environment. As an armed security professional, you will be responsible for maintaining a secure environment through proactive patrols, access control, incident management, and effective communication with emergency responders. Your dedication to safety and compliance will help ensure a secure atmosphere for everyone on-site.

Duties

• Conduct regular patrols of the premises to monitor for suspicious activity and ensure physical security measures are upheld
• Manage access control systems to verify identities and authorize entry for authorized personnel, visitors, and vendors
• Operate surveillance equipment such as CCTV cameras to monitor activity and identify potential security threats
• Respond swiftly to incidents by writing detailed reports, managing conflicts through de-escalation techniques, and coordinating with law enforcement when necessary
• Perform background checks on new employees or visitors as part of security screening procedures
• Execute emergency response procedures including fire safety, AED operation, CPR, Taser deployment, and first aid to handle medical or security emergencies effectively
• Handle physical security tasks such as heavy lifting, manual handling of equipment or materials, and maintaining secure perimeters

Skills

• Proven experience in surveillance operations and physical security protocols
• Background in military service or law enforcement with knowledge of firearm handling and conflict management
• Strong understanding of incident report writing and compliance with security regulations
• Proficiency with access control systems, CCTV monitoring, and emergency response procedures
• Excellent customer service skills combined with conflict de-escalation abilities to manage tense situations professionally
• Ability to perform background checks accurately and efficiently as part of screening processes
• Physical fitness to perform patrolling duties, heavy lifting, manual handling tasks, and respond swiftly in emergencies
• Certifications in CPR, First Aid, AED operation, Taser use, and fire safety are highly desirable

This position is vital for maintaining a safe environment through vigilant observation, quick decision-making, and adherence to all security standards. If you are energetic, detail-oriented, and committed to protecting people and property while demonstrating exceptional professionalism—this is the role for you!

Pay: $22.00 - $23.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $23