As a **Armed Security Officer - Tactical** in **Mesa, AZ** , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Aero/Defense, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Security Officer at a dynamic aerospace and defense location, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and deliver outstanding customer service and communication. In this armed post, you will support a caring culture built on teamwork, acting with integrity while bringing an agile, reliable, and innovative approach to each shift.

**Position Type: Full Time**

**Pay Rate: $23.88 / Hour**

**Job Schedule:**

**Day** **Time**

Mon02:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Tue02:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Wed02:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Thur02:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Sun02:00 PM - 10:00 PM

**What You'll Do:**

+ Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and/or contractors by carrying out security-related procedures, location-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities in an aerospace and defense location.

+ Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and communicating with site contacts, supervisors, and/or local authorities as needed.

+ Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout buildings, restricted areas, and perimeter locations to help to deter unauthorized activity and report unusual conditions.

+ Monitor access points, verify credentials, and support the control of entry and exit for employees, visitors, deliveries, and/or vehicles in accordance with site protocols.

+ Maintain readiness and accountability for assigned armed post equipment, complete required reports, and follow Allied Universal standards for use of force, escalation, and incident response.

**Minimum Requirements:**

+ An armed guard card/license is required.

+ Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.

+ Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.

+ As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.

+ Allied Universal will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws.

+ As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.

+ Participate in industry-specific security training programs.

+ Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.

+ A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only.

**Why Join Us:**

+ **Smart Tools:** Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.

+ **Career Growth:** Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.

+ **Financial and Health Benefits:** Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.

+ **Exclusive Perks:** Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

**Job ID:** 2026-1601568

**Location:** United States-Arizona-Mesa

**Job Category:** Security Officer, Armed Security