Driving Security Officer

GardaWorld Security Services is Now Hiring a Surveillance Security Officer!

Ready to suit up as a Surveillance Security Guard?

What matters most about a role like this is your sharp eye, capturing every detail as you scan a series of screens. Tell us about your strong observation skills with attention to detail.

As a Security Officer – Surveillance, you will be the person spotting threats before they escalate in environments such as a security operations centers, call centers, parking gatehouses, etc.

• Role: Security Officer (Must be flexible to work across two sites)
• Sites: Theater Exhibit & Broadcast News Office Building
• Location: Washington, D.C

• Shift 1: Sunday, Monday, Thursday, Friday | 10:00 PM – 6:30 AM
• Shift 2: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday | 10:00 PM – 6:30 AM AND Saturday, Sunday | 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM
• Shift 3: Monday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday | 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM AND Wednesday | 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM

• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to pass a motor vehicle background check.
• Ability to walk and stand for 8+ hours while conducting patrols.
• Competitive hourly wage starting at $25.34/ Hr (DailyPay is available for GardaWorld employees!)
• A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, a 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions, paid time off (PTO) policy, paid holidays, disability coverage, and life insurance options (depending on how many hours worked and per contract)
• Career growth opportunities at GardaWorld
• Uniform provided at no cost

Responsibilities of Surveillance Security Guard

• Exceptional Customer Service and Front of House mindset
• Professionalism in appearance, conduct, and communication
• Effective oral and written communication skills (to include report writing)
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office
• Tech Savvy, comfortable learning intricate security and building systems
• Ability to multitask and prioritize
• Quick Learner
• Understand basic security principles
• Ability to remain calm and respond to incidents/elevated situations

• Maintain expert, up-to-date knowledge of all site-specific post orders, corporate policies, and security protocols through proactive and frequent operational reviews.

• Conduct active CCTV camera monitoring and remain fully prepared to execute precise, immediate protocols upon receiving any system alarms or security alerts.

• Execute strategic crowd control and monitoring measures during high-profile corporate events to ensure participant safety and orderly foot traffic.

• Maintain unwavering situational awareness and physical oversight of all facility entrances, exits, and perimeters while upholding strict uniform etiquette and a professional demeanor at all times.

Qualifications of Surveillance Security Guard

• You have a high school education or equivalent (GED)
• You’re able to ace (and pass) an extensive screening process
• You have Security, Military, and/or Law Enforcement experience of at least 2 years or more
• You have an active DC security license
• You are at least 21 years of age or older as required by applicable law or contractual requirements
• Must have experience utilizing Microsoft applications or Google applications, and Security Systems. Must have experience with Incident/ DAR reports

In the United States, GardaWorld Security remains the only guarding security company to be Certified by Great Place to Work. Apply today – this could be more than a job! 26% of our corporate employees started as frontline workers.

If you’re ambitious with an entrepreneurial spirit – someone who wants to be a GardaWorld Ambassador – a promising career awaits you!

GardaWorld Security is a global champion in sophisticated and tailored security solutions, employing and training highly skilled and dedicated professionals across the globe.

Not the job for you? Make sure to check out all our jobs! We also have concierge, surveillance, and even casual roles available.

It is the policy of GardaWorld Security Services to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability in accordance with applicable federal laws. In addition, GardaWorld Security Services complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to hiring, placement, assignment, promotion, termination, layoffs, recalls, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. It is also the policy of GardaWorld Security Services not to honor requests that employees be assigned on the basis of sex or any other classification protected by law, unless such request is based on a bona fide occupational qualification for that assignment.

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