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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,
    - 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,
    - 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
    - M4-style rifle
• Certifications:
    - 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.

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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