Posting Experienced Data Center Security Officer

Company : Allied Universal
Location : Sterling, VA, 20166
Posted Date : 1 October 2025
Job Details
Data Center Security Professional
Allied Universal, North America's leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve. We offer comprehensive benefits for most full-time positions, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, a retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks, and more.
Allied Universal is hiring a Data Center Security Professional. The Data Center Security Professional will conduct unarmed foot and/or vehicle patrol (interior and/or exterior), control access and egress, monitor closed caption televisions and alarm systems, compose reports, deter criminal activity and misconduct, and perform other duties as specified in post orders.
$27 / hr
Full Time: Tuesday - Saturday 2pm - 10pm
MUST HAVE AT LEAST 2+ YEARS OF DATA CENTER SECURITY / LAW ENFORCEMENT / CORRECTIONS / HIGH CRITICAL SECURITY (TSA, US Customs, Nuclear, Department of State)
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide professional level customer service to our clients by carrying out safety and security procedures, site-specific policies and, when appropriate, emergency response activities
- Efficiently handle emergency situations, providing safety and direction to clients and customers
- Answer and respond to events and situations received in person, via phone and/or radio
- Accurately document routine and unusual events occurring on or near the facilities (accomplished via shift reports, pass-downs logs, incident reports logs, or other established methods)
- Provide security support the data center during times of inclement weather or other infrastructure interruptions
- Conduct patrols around the business and perimeter on foot and with a vehicle
- Ensure people entering and exiting the office space correctly sign-in by assigning the appropriate badge and applying the approved compliance codes
- Mitigate unwanted intruders and see that visitors are always escorted
QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE):
- High school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience
- Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment
- Valid driver's license
- Possess, or be able to obtain, the Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification
- Minimum of two (2) years of physical security experience within the last five (5) years
- Advanced computer skills and proficiency; proficiency with Microsoft Office and/or Google Applications
- Ability to speak, read, and write the English language fluently
- Proficiently skilled in the use of technology such as a desktop computer and mobile applications to document activities and tasks
- Ability to prioritize workload based on urgency
- Ability to quickly and efficiently analyze high stress situations to determine the proper communication of events and to dispatch the proper teams to determine the best course of action to take
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NICE TO HAVE):
- Active Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) registration
- Military or law enforcement experience
BENEFITS:
- Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance
- Enrollment in our company's 401(k)plan, subject to eligibility requirements
- Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half, if worked
- 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments. Unused vacation is only paid out where required by law.
Allied Universal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com
If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.
Requisition ID: 2025-1397508
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