Full-Time Security Officers - $15.50/hr

Job Description and Responsibilities

Become part of one of the largest and fastest-growing privately held security companies in the U.S! Since 1998,  Sunstates Security  has built a national reputation for delivering exceptional services while fostering high-quality work environments for our team. We are dedicated to hiring, developing, and retaining a professional workforce that reflects our commitment to excellence.

We believe in strategic reinvestment in our people by offering a benefits package that exceeds industry standards, pathways for career advancement, extensive internal training, and employee recognition programs. Our team members are provided with the tools, knowledge, and hands-on management support necessary for long-term success.

Our commitment to a superior workplace culture is reflected in our most recent national accolades. Sunstates Security is proud to be recognized as a  2026 Forbes Dream Employer , an honor based on independent employee feedback and workplace excellence. Additionally, we have been named a  2026 Training MVP   by Training Magazine, marking the third consecutive year we have accepted this prestigious recognition. We also continue to be celebrated for our steady growth and stability on the  Inc. 5000  list of America’s fastest-growing private companies.

At the heart of everything we do are our core values of honor, integrity, and trust. If you are searching for a rewarding career with a proactive security partner that protects some of the country’s leading organizations, we invite you to explore the possibilities at Sunstates Security. Join a successful, growing team where your talent is appreciated and have opportunities to advance your professional career.

HIRING IMMEDIATELY

Sunstates Security is hiring Full-Time Security Officers in the Glasgow, KY area. All days and shifts are available! These positions offer a pay rate of  $15.50/hr, with weekly pay.

Job Requirements

Requirements:

- Must have High School Diploma or equivalent
- Must have good communication skills.
- Good customer service skills and professional appearance.
- Maintain the safety and security of pharmaceutical distribution facilities by enforcing site policies, access control procedures, and operational security standards at all times.
- Monitor and control visitor, employee, contractor, and vendor access, ensuring all guests are properly verified, logged into the Lighthouse system, and escorted when required.
- Conduct routine interior and exterior patrols, inspections, and security rounds to identify suspicious activity, safety hazards, property damage, or security concerns.
- Respond to alarms, emergencies, gate malfunctions, camera outages, spills, and other incidents according to established site procedures and escalation protocols.
- Monitor CCTV systems, alarm panels, and security equipment while maintaining situational awareness and reporting issues promptly to supervisors and site management.
- Verify employee credentials, temporary worker identification, visitor authorizations, and contractor documentation before granting facility access.
- Process inbound and outbound truck traffic by inspecting documentation, verifying seals, recording load information, photographing required items, and maintaining accurate transportation records.
- Conduct exit inspections of employees, visitors, and vehicles as required to help prevent theft, product loss, and unauthorized removal of company property.
- Complete detailed and accurate reports in Lighthouse and other reporting systems, documenting incidents, inspections, alarms, patrols, visitor activity, and security-related events.
- Provide professional customer service while exercising sound judgment, maintaining confidentiality, protecting sensitive information, and communicating effectively with employees, visitors, law enforcement, and management.

A Security Officer may perform a multitude of duties as specified by the Post Orders and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). The Security Officer will read and become extremely knowledgeable of Post Orders and SOP and will be able to act quickly and efficiently according to such directives.

Benefits

Industry-leading employee benefits that include weekly pay, 401k savings plan with a company match, affordable medical, dental & vision benefits, employee referral bonuses, paid time off, premium holiday pay, tuition reimbursement, and more – available for qualified candidates!