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United Security, Inc. (USI)
Fairfield, Connecticut 06828 United States  View Map
Posted: Jun 17, 2026
  • Full Time
  • Public Safety
  • Summary

    United Security Inc. Job Posting

    We service our clients best when we serve our employees first

    United Security Inc. is one of the fastest growing security services companies in the USA. For over 31 years we work with clients from Boston to Miami and as far west as Iowa. The last 5years our revenue has grown by 140%! As a result of our incredible success, we are looking for talent to continue accelerating our growth. We are looking for talent that will promote and adhere to the core values (People, Integrity, Development and Community) of United Security, Inc. The ideal candidate for a role at USI regularly exhibits support, commitment, good judgment, potential for growth, and goodwill.

    If you appreciate having a team to support and challenge you to achieve your goals, come build your career at United Security!

    Job Skills / Requirements

    This is an Armed Security Officer position for locations in Fairfield and New Haven counties. Please see details below.

    Current Wage: $27.46 hour

    REQUIREMENTS: Minimum five years law enforcement, corrections or active military armed experience

    Must currently own a full-size Glock or Smith & Wesson in either 9mm or .40 caliber or Sig Sauer, Beretta, CZ-USA, etc. Must be full size (minimum 4.25" barrel length) and CT compliant magazine where it doesn't hold more than 10 rounds.

    Excellent Benefits Including:

    Wages

    • Guaranteed wage increases each year (2025–2028) tied to the Connecticut Standard Wage Act.
    • Minimum 4 hours' pay if called in or if a scheduled shift is cancelled without notice.
    • Overtime after 40 hours/week at time-and-a-half.
    • At least 1 day off per week.
    • No more than 16 hours in a 24-hour period (except extreme circumstances).
    • Paid 30-minute lunch where practicable; unpaid if fully relieved.
    • Right to sit at reasonable intervals on standing posts.

    Health Benefits

    • Full-time (=30 hrs/week avg over 90 days)
    • No waiting period for coverage.
    Education Requirements (All)

    High School Diploma

    Certification Requirements (All)

    CT Guard Card State Armed Carry Permit CT Blue Card

    Additional Information / Benefits

    Benefits include, but not limited to:

    • Competitive pay
    • Recognition and Reward Programs
    • Training and Career Development Opportunities
    • Medical, dental, Holidays, vacation and sick, and 401 (k) retirement plan for full time employees
    • Proud Partner of DailyPay: work today, get paid today!

    We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

    Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, 401K/403b Plan

    This job reports to the Manager

    This is a Part-Time position 1st Shift, 2nd Shift.

  • Job Description

    United Security Inc. Job Posting

    We service our clients best when we serve our employees first

    United Security Inc. is one of the fastest growing security services companies in the USA. For over 31 years we work with clients from Boston to Miami and as far west as Iowa. The last 5years our revenue has grown by 140%! As a result of our incredible success, we are looking for talent to continue accelerating our growth. We are looking for talent that will promote and adhere to the core values (People, Integrity, Development and Community) of United Security, Inc. The ideal candidate for a role at USI regularly exhibits support, commitment, good judgment, potential for growth, and goodwill.

    If you appreciate having a team to support and challenge you to achieve your goals, come build your career at United Security!

    Job Skills / Requirements

    This is an Armed Security Officer position for locations in Fairfield and New Haven counties. Please see details below.

    Current Wage: $27.46 hour

    REQUIREMENTS: Minimum five years law enforcement, corrections or active military armed experience

    Must currently own a full-size Glock or Smith & Wesson in either 9mm or .40 caliber or Sig Sauer, Beretta, CZ-USA, etc. Must be full size (minimum 4.25" barrel length) and CT compliant magazine where it doesn't hold more than 10 rounds.

    Excellent Benefits Including:

    Wages

    • Guaranteed wage increases each year (2025–2028) tied to the Connecticut Standard Wage Act.
    • Minimum 4 hours' pay if called in or if a scheduled shift is cancelled without notice.
    • Overtime after 40 hours/week at time-and-a-half.
    • At least 1 day off per week.
    • No more than 16 hours in a 24-hour period (except extreme circumstances).
    • Paid 30-minute lunch where practicable; unpaid if fully relieved.
    • Right to sit at reasonable intervals on standing posts.

    Health Benefits

    • Full-time (=30 hrs/week avg over 90 days)
    • No waiting period for coverage.
    Education Requirements (All)

    High School Diploma

    Certification Requirements (All)

    CT Guard Card State Armed Carry Permit CT Blue Card

    Additional Information / Benefits

    Benefits include, but not limited to:

    • Competitive pay
    • Recognition and Reward Programs
    • Training and Career Development Opportunities
    • Medical, dental, Holidays, vacation and sick, and 401 (k) retirement plan for full time employees
    • Proud Partner of DailyPay: work today, get paid today!

    We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

    Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, 401K/403b Plan

    This job reports to the Manager

    This is a Part-Time position 1st Shift, 2nd Shift.

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