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SC Security Officer

Walden Security
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 11/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/6/2026
Walden Security is recruiting highly professional, prior law enforcement officers for the Court Security Officer (CSO) position. Applicants must have 3 years of verifiable experience with a recognized law enforcement agency. CSOs will provide armed security in Washington, DC.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Includes the following and other duties may be assigned:

Perform entrance control: Enforce the District's entry and identification system which includes operating security screening equipment to detect weapons, contraband, and prohibited items, checking items such as handbags, briefcases, computers, packages, baby carriages, wheelchairs, etc.

Perform roving patrol: Patrol facilities and grounds of the facility in accordance with applicable post orders.

Perform stationary post assignments: Stand guard at stationary posts which include (but are not limited to) monitoring closed-circuit television, duress alarm systems and other security equipment.

Perform escort duties: When directed, provide armed escort services for officials, personnel, and other designated individuals.

Perform garage parking and pedestrian control: Where applicable, direct traffic and control lights on properties, as described in the post orders and/or standard operating procedures.

Enforce law and order: Enforce federal law while in the performance of assigned duties. This includes (but is not limited to) detaining any person attempting to gain unauthorized access to Government property, or a court proceeding(s), or attempting to commit acts that imperil the safety and security of Government employees, property, and the public.

Prepare reports and records: Prepare various reports and records regarding contract performance issues, such as labor hours worked, accidents, fire, bomb threats, unusual incidents, or unlawful acts that occurred within the court facility area.

Requirements

Education and/or Experience: High school diploma or general education degree (GED). At least three (3) calendar years of verifiable experience as a certified law enforcement officer or its military equivalency (Master-at-Arms, CGPD, Security Forces Specialist, etc.); all three (3) years must have occurred within the last seven (7) years. The experience must have included general arrest authority.

Language Skills: Must have the ability to read, write, speak, and understand English. Must possess the ability to understand, explain, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, directives, and procedures.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Must have a valid driver's license from state of residency and a safe driving record for the past five years; must receive clearance from the Department of Justice. Must have completed or graduated from certified Federal, state, county, local or military law enforcement training academy and able to provide certification as proof.

Other Qualifications: Must be at least 21 years of age; Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.

Physical Demands: Must meet medical standards as specified by the client; the physical demands are based on the contract and must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Training: Requires additional specialized training.

  • EOE/AAP/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled
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Certification Requirements

Graduated from a Police Academy

Pay Rate

$48.72—$48.72 USD

We offer every employee — from executive managers to administrative support to security professionals — unique and generous benefits, as well as opportunities for career growth.

So if you're ready to embark on a meaningful career with one of the nation's most dynamic and fastest growing security companies, apply with Walden Security today.

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