Parsons

Armed Security Officer - (CO) (VAXCOM)

Parsons$32K — $148K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 21 years or older (required to carry a firearm)
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Valid driver's license with a satisfactory record
  • Eligible for Top Secret/SCI clearance with CI polygraph
  • Must pass a physical fitness test
  • Proficiency in Glock 17 and M4-style rifle
  • Completion of state-specific Armed Guard certification (training provided)

Responsibilities

  • Maintain a professional presence while providing security services
  • Control facility access through surveillance monitoring and identification checks
  • Enforce company rules and facility regulations
  • Conduct security patrols on foot, bike, or vehicle
  • Observe and report suspicious activities and incidents
  • Respond to various emergencies including fire and medical situations
  • Apply appropriate levels of force as per policy, including armed response

Benefits

  • Best-in-class medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Life insurance coverage
  • Support for employee wellbeing and overall health
Full Job Description
Job Description:

Vaxcom Services, a Parsons Company, is seeking highly motivated and professional Armed Security Officers to join our elite team dedicated to safeguarding personnel, property, and critical infrastructure. This position involves protecting controlled areas, enforcing security regulations, and responding effectively to emergency situations.

What You'll Be Doing:
  • Maintain a professional presence while delivering high-quality security services.
  • Control access to the facility by, monitoring surveillance equipment, inspecting vehicles and verifying identification and authorization.
  • Enforce post orders, company rules, and facility regulations.
  • Perform security patrols via foot, bike, or vehicle.
  • Observe and report all suspicious activities and incidents.
  • Respond to incidents including fire and medical emergencies, bomb threats, hazardous materials and elevator and weather-related emergencies.
  • Apply appropriate levels of force based on established Use of Force policy, including armed response if necessary.
  • Assist and direct visitors or personnel as needed.
  • Maintain weapons and equipment proficiency.
  • Complete mandatory training and recertification programs annually.


What Required Skills You'll Bring:
  • Minimum Age: 21 (required to carry a firearm).
  • Education: High school diploma or GED.
  • Driver's License: Valid with satisfactory driving record.
  • Security Clearance: Must be eligible for and able to maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance with CI polygraph.
  • Physical Fitness: Must pass a standard fitness test.
  • Weapons Proficiency: Ability to qualify and maintain proficiency with Glock 17 pistol and M4-style rifle
  • Completion of state-specific Armed Guard certification (training provided).
  • First Aid and CPR certification (or ability to obtain).


What Required Skills You'll Bring:
  • Two years of active-duty military service (Reserves or National Guard included).
  • Three years of experience in physical security (armed or unarmed).
  • Associate degree or higher in a security-related field.
  • Graduate of an accredited police academy.
  • Two years combined military and security experience.


Security Clearance Requirement:
An active Top Secret SCI w/Polygraph security clearance is required for this position.

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what's next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: $15.68 - $71.30

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, 401(k) and life insurance!

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

About Parsons

Parsons Corporation is a technology-driven engineering services firm with more than 70 years of experience in the engineering, construction, technical, and professional services industries. The corporation is a leader in many diversified markets with a focus on infrastructure, defense, security, and construction. Parsons delivers design/design-build, program/construction management, systems design/engineering, cyber/converged security, and other professional services packaged in innovative alternative delivery methods to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide. Parsons is a leader in many diversified markets with a focus on infrastructure, defense, security, and construction. Parsons delivers design/design-build, program/construction management, systems design/engineering, cyber/converged security, and other professional services packaged in innovative alternative delivery methods to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide.
Learn more about Parsons
Size
15,500 employees
Market Cap
$4.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$98.5 million
Founded
1944
5 Year Trend
+3.8%
Revenue
$3.9 billion
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