About this role
Position Summary
We are seeking a professional and highly motivated Armed Security Officer to join our security team in Reno, Nevada . The Officer is responsible for protecting personnel, property, facilities, and sensitive information while maintaining a safe and secure environment. This role requires excellent judgment, strong observational skills, and the ability to respond effectively to emergencies while providing exceptional customer service.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Protect personnel, facilities, property, and sensitive information.
- Expectation for inspection readiness and compliance with government and company standards at all times.
- Conduct interior and exterior foot and vehicle patrols.
- Monitor CCTV, alarm, and access control systems.
- Control access by verifying identification and authorizing entry.
- Enforce p ost orders, SOPs, company policy, and government directives
- Respond to security incidents, alarms, emergencies, and medical situations.
- Investigate suspicious activity and document findings.
- Complete accurate daily activity logs and incident reports.
- Assist visitors and provide directions or general assistance.
- Secure buildings and restricted areas during opening and closing procedures.
- Coordinate with local law enforcement, fire, and emergency personnel when necessary.
- Deter theft, vandalism, trespassing, and unauthorized access.
- Maintain a professional appearance and provide excellent customer service at all times.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Minimum 2 years of armed security experience.
- Current or prior Military OR Law Enforcement experience is preferred.
- Current Nevada PILB credential is required.
- Current pistol/firearm qualification for armed security
- Valid Nevada Driver's License or ability to obtain one if required.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently.
- Proficient in report writing and basic computer applications.
- Ability to work independently and make sound decisions under pressure.
- Must be able to work days, nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior military service (Honorable Military Service preferred).
- Previous law enforcement experience.
- Experience working in government facilities.
- CPR, First Aid, or other emergency response certifications.
- Experience operating CCTV, access control, and alarm monitoring systems.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
- Ability to patrol indoor and outdoor areas in varying weather conditions.
- Lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to climb stairs, bend, kneel, and respond quickly during emergencies.
- Maintain physical fitness necessary to perform essential job functions.
Hiring is contingent upon the ability to pass applicable government suitability, credentialing, background investigation, medical, drug-screening, firearms, and training requirements.
Why Join Us?
Join a professional security team dedicated to protecting people, property, and critical assets. We offer ongoing training, opportunities for advancement, and a supportive work environment where integrity, professionalism, and safety are our highest priorities.
Our Mission:
To lead the way in caring for, compensating and offering careers to our people, who in turn provide unparalleled professional services to our clients.
Our Virtues:
People First : Treat people with dignity and respect and help them become who they are capable of becoming.
Servant Leadership: Continuously improve and bring out excellence in others by modeling it yourself.
Accountability: Stay loyal to what you said you would do long after the mood you said it in has changed.
Diligence: Proceed on the course you laid out knowing that all good things come with time, effort and creativity.
Integrity: Give people a reason to trust you knowing that a true measure of character is what you do without reward and how you treat those who can do nothing for you .