Armed Protective Security Officer - Washington DC

National Guard Employment Network
Washington, DC 20022 United States  View Map
Posted: Jun 03, 2026
  • Full Time
  • Public Safety
  • Summary

    Security Officer

    On behalf of VetJobs/MilitarySpouseJobs, thank you for your interest. This position is open to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard Members, Military Spouses and Caregivers of War Wounded. To be considered, please click the submit button and follow the instructions.

    POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for providing armed security at designated U.S. Government facilities, ensuring the safety of personnel, visitors, and property. May be assigned to duties within a Control Center. This is a union-represented position.

    PAY: $41.30/hr and $6.67 Health and Wellness

    RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Effectively and efficiently screen and process visitors.
    • Identify, report, delay or detain persons who violate rules and regulations.
    • Conduct internal and external roving foot patrols, traffic control.
    • Ability to maintain excellent detection rate on x ray machine.
    • Detect and respond to alarms and emergencies.
    • Communicate and remain accessible via two-way radio or company issued cellular phone.
    • Understand and comply with all requirements defined within company documents to include: Post and General Orders, plans, policies, procedures.
    • Provide first aid, CPR, and assist during emergencies as necessary.
    • Must be able to wear protective body armor as a part of the duty uniform.
    • Maintain training, physical fitness, agility requirements, and weapons qualifications.
    • Must have visual and audio acuity to operate motor vehicles or heavy equipment, machines such as fire equipment and apparatuses, firearms and clearing barrels.
    • May be subject to outdoor conditions including extreme temperatures and weather.
    • Subject to high noise levels.
    • Subject to hazards including a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals.
    • May be required to be fitted for and/or wear a respirator.
    • Must be able to stand for extended periods of time, often without breaks, and may be required to climb stairs or ladders and walk-up inclines and on uneven terrain.
    • Must meet all physical and psychological standards as required by the contract.
    • Work is typically based in a busy environment and subject to frequent interruptions. Work hours depend on current availability but can include day shift, swing shift and overnight shifts. Weekends and holidays will be required.
    • Must be able to pass rigorous physical agility test
  • Job Description

    Security Officer

    On behalf of VetJobs/MilitarySpouseJobs, thank you for your interest. This position is open to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard Members, Military Spouses and Caregivers of War Wounded. To be considered, please click the submit button and follow the instructions.

    POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for providing armed security at designated U.S. Government facilities, ensuring the safety of personnel, visitors, and property. May be assigned to duties within a Control Center. This is a union-represented position.

    PAY: $41.30/hr and $6.67 Health and Wellness

    RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Effectively and efficiently screen and process visitors.
    • Identify, report, delay or detain persons who violate rules and regulations.
    • Conduct internal and external roving foot patrols, traffic control.
    • Ability to maintain excellent detection rate on x ray machine.
    • Detect and respond to alarms and emergencies.
    • Communicate and remain accessible via two-way radio or company issued cellular phone.
    • Understand and comply with all requirements defined within company documents to include: Post and General Orders, plans, policies, procedures.
    • Provide first aid, CPR, and assist during emergencies as necessary.
    • Must be able to wear protective body armor as a part of the duty uniform.
    • Maintain training, physical fitness, agility requirements, and weapons qualifications.
    • Must have visual and audio acuity to operate motor vehicles or heavy equipment, machines such as fire equipment and apparatuses, firearms and clearing barrels.
    • May be subject to outdoor conditions including extreme temperatures and weather.
    • Subject to high noise levels.
    • Subject to hazards including a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals.
    • May be required to be fitted for and/or wear a respirator.
    • Must be able to stand for extended periods of time, often without breaks, and may be required to climb stairs or ladders and walk-up inclines and on uneven terrain.
    • Must meet all physical and psychological standards as required by the contract.
    • Work is typically based in a busy environment and subject to frequent interruptions. Work hours depend on current availability but can include day shift, swing shift and overnight shifts. Weekends and holidays will be required.
    • Must be able to pass rigorous physical agility test
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