Facility Security Officer
Benefits:
● 401(k) with employer matching
● Company sponsored Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans
● Free uniforms
● Training & development
● Wellness resources
Introduction:
IronWatch Security is searching for qualified unarmed security guards to protect and secure restricted areas. This role is critical to maintaining the integrity of the facilities and ensuring a safe environment for staff and visitors. We are looking for vigilant, trustworthy, and customer-focused individuals who can manage access control, uphold company policies, and respond efficiently to emergency situations.
Responsibilities
● Patrol assigned areas to deter unauthorized entry, protect ID.me property, and
perform entry controller duties
● Monitor and secure all entry control points, ensuring each person is validated
upon entry
● Exercise judgment and use discretion in dealing with emergencies and security
violations encountered
● Receive specialized training in methods and techniques of protecting security
areas
● Effectively manage and de-escalate conflicts
● Lift, carry, and move incapacitated individuals in emergency situations
● Control access to building and grounds allowing access under company policy
● Protect personnel and property in a professional manner
● Provide first aid, CPR, and assist during emergencies as necessary
● Be fully familiar with building layout, floor plans, manual fire alarm locations, fire
extinguisher locations, Automated External Defibrillator (AED) locations,
emergency routes, and evacuation assembly points
● Remain on post until properly relieved and pass all information relevant to the
post to the relieving Security Officer
● Perform activities in exterior and interior work environments, sometimes in
inclement weather
● Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
● Ability to obtain and maintain a position of Public Trust which requires US
Citizenship
● Minimum of 2 years in a security position (law enforcement experience and
military experience accepted)
● High School Diploma or GED
● A valid US Driver's License
● Fluently read, write, speak and understand English
● Ability to perform shift work (8 or 12-hour shifts)
● DCJS certification as an unarmed security guard (01E) or law enforcement
/military experience (must get DCJS certification if hired)
Additional Qualifications (If selected post-interview)
● If selected, the candidate must pass a PAT (Physical Agility Test) that tests the
candidate's fitness and strength to handle the demands of the job, including the
ability to physically defend against an attacker.
● Ability to lift, carry, and move incapacitated individuals in emergency situations
● Ability to take and pass a self-defense training class
● Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively manage and
de-escalate conflicts
● Excellent knowledge of public safety and security procedures/protocols
● Ability to complete a CPR/AED & First Aid course
● Ability to complete additional training/testing as required
Desired Qualifications
● Training in self-defense or physical intervention techniques is highly desirable
● Prior experience working in restricted areas as security
● Prior experience in data center/facility Security
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package for employees, including:
● Health Coverage: Company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision plans for
employees and their families.
● Parental Leave: Paid parental leave to support new parents.
● Paid Time Off: Generous paid time off policies.
● Retirement Plans: 401(k) plans with employer matching contributions.
● Life Insurance: Company-sponsored life insurance coverage.
● Mental Health Resources: Access to various mental health resources.
● Additional benefits: include commuter benefits, onsite office parking, continuing
education stipends, and wellness programs.
Compensation: $25.00 - $27.00 per hour
Pay: $25.00 - $27.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
