Residential Armed Security Officer

Constellis
Herndon, Virginia 20171 United States  View Map
Posted: Jun 03, 2026
  • Full Time
  • Public Safety
  • Summary

    POSITION SUMMARY

    We are seeking a highly qualified Residential Armed Security Officers to join our team of dedicated professionals. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional judgment, integrity, and situational awareness while ensuring the safety and security of personnel, property, and visitors. This position requires extensive experience in armed security operations, superior communication skills, and the ability to respond effectively to high-pressure situations.

    PAY TRANSPARENCY:

    $44.50 per hour + $5.05 health and welfare

    RESPONSIBILITIES
    • Provide armed protection for personnel, facilities, and assets in accordance with company policies and client requirements.
    • Conduct roving patrols, access control, and perimeter security to prevent unauthorized entry, theft, vandalism, or safety hazards.
    • Monitor and respond to security systems, alarms, and surveillance equipment.
    • Screen and process all visitors, ensuring compliance with security procedures.
    • Identify, investigate, and report suspicious activity or safety concerns.
    • Maintain detailed and accurate incident and daily activity reports.
    • Coordinate and communicate effectively with law enforcement, emergency responders, and site leadership during incidents.
    • Apply de-escalation techniques and exercise sound judgment when responding to disturbances or threats.
    • Adhere to all use-of-force policies and maintain weapons in a safe and responsible manner.
    • Support a culture of safety, professionalism, and customer service at all times.
    QUALIFICATIONS
    • Be a citizen of the United States of America.
    • Be at least 21 years of age. While there is no maximum age limit for RSO positions, all applicants shall be able to withstand the physical demands of the job and be capable of responding to emergency situations.
    • Be a high school graduate or have a General Educational Development (GED), or equivalency.
    • Be able to read, write, and speak the English language fluently.
    • Possess a valid, unrestricted (except eyeglass wear) state driver's license.
    • Possess one of the following qualifications:
      • a minimum of three years of military experience, with an Honorable Discharge, or;
      • a minimum of one year of sworn law enforcement or armed contract security guard experience providing services similar to this contract requirement
    • Undergo a criminal background check processed by the Government.
    • Be free from conviction of any felony.
    • Be free from conviction of any misdemeanor crime of domestic violence in accordance with United States Code, Title 18 S.C. § 922(g)(9) (Lautenberg).
    • Be free from any convictions for Driving under the Influence in the past three years prior to application.
    • In the case of military service, any separation must have been under honorable conditions.
    • Successfully pass all physical fitness requirements.
    • Possess a solid work history without any significant infractions or discipline.
    • Meet or exceed all position requirements listed in the Statement of Work
    • The position may require extensive sitting, watching monitors, walking around the facility outside in rain, wind or other poor weather conditions and kneeling and stooping to look under or inside vehicles or containers.
    • While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to sit, talk or hear, stand, walk, use hands to handle, or operate objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
    • The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, and taste or smell. The employee occasionally lifts and/or moves anything from 10 to 165 pounds.
    • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus. Work in austere and uncomfortable conditions for prolonged periods, including periods of inclement weather, while performing walking, standing, searching, and surveillance or sitting duties essential to the performance of the security functions.


    BENEFITS

    Constellis offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects its commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

    Equal Opportunity Employer

    Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Vet
  • Job Description

    POSITION SUMMARY

    We are seeking a highly qualified Residential Armed Security Officers to join our team of dedicated professionals. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional judgment, integrity, and situational awareness while ensuring the safety and security of personnel, property, and visitors. This position requires extensive experience in armed security operations, superior communication skills, and the ability to respond effectively to high-pressure situations.

    PAY TRANSPARENCY:

    $44.50 per hour + $5.05 health and welfare

    RESPONSIBILITIES
    • Provide armed protection for personnel, facilities, and assets in accordance with company policies and client requirements.
    • Conduct roving patrols, access control, and perimeter security to prevent unauthorized entry, theft, vandalism, or safety hazards.
    • Monitor and respond to security systems, alarms, and surveillance equipment.
    • Screen and process all visitors, ensuring compliance with security procedures.
    • Identify, investigate, and report suspicious activity or safety concerns.
    • Maintain detailed and accurate incident and daily activity reports.
    • Coordinate and communicate effectively with law enforcement, emergency responders, and site leadership during incidents.
    • Apply de-escalation techniques and exercise sound judgment when responding to disturbances or threats.
    • Adhere to all use-of-force policies and maintain weapons in a safe and responsible manner.
    • Support a culture of safety, professionalism, and customer service at all times.
    QUALIFICATIONS
    • Be a citizen of the United States of America.
    • Be at least 21 years of age. While there is no maximum age limit for RSO positions, all applicants shall be able to withstand the physical demands of the job and be capable of responding to emergency situations.
    • Be a high school graduate or have a General Educational Development (GED), or equivalency.
    • Be able to read, write, and speak the English language fluently.
    • Possess a valid, unrestricted (except eyeglass wear) state driver's license.
    • Possess one of the following qualifications:
      • a minimum of three years of military experience, with an Honorable Discharge, or;
      • a minimum of one year of sworn law enforcement or armed contract security guard experience providing services similar to this contract requirement
    • Undergo a criminal background check processed by the Government.
    • Be free from conviction of any felony.
    • Be free from conviction of any misdemeanor crime of domestic violence in accordance with United States Code, Title 18 S.C. § 922(g)(9) (Lautenberg).
    • Be free from any convictions for Driving under the Influence in the past three years prior to application.
    • In the case of military service, any separation must have been under honorable conditions.
    • Successfully pass all physical fitness requirements.
    • Possess a solid work history without any significant infractions or discipline.
    • Meet or exceed all position requirements listed in the Statement of Work
    • The position may require extensive sitting, watching monitors, walking around the facility outside in rain, wind or other poor weather conditions and kneeling and stooping to look under or inside vehicles or containers.
    • While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to sit, talk or hear, stand, walk, use hands to handle, or operate objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
    • The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, and taste or smell. The employee occasionally lifts and/or moves anything from 10 to 165 pounds.
    • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus. Work in austere and uncomfortable conditions for prolonged periods, including periods of inclement weather, while performing walking, standing, searching, and surveillance or sitting duties essential to the performance of the security functions.


    BENEFITS

    Constellis offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects its commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

    Equal Opportunity Employer

    Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Vet
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