Armed Security Officer – Federal Protective Service Hiring Event

Job overview

The Armed Security Officer role is onsite, with assignments throughout Northern Virginia and Washington, DC; the hiring event is in Reston, VA. Starting pay is $33 per hour after successful completion of the federal suitability process and required training; paid training is $25 per hour. Allied Universal’s Federal Protective Service team provides security services to protect people and property. The officer conducts armed patrols, monitors access and security systems, reports incidents, and responds to emergencies according to protocol. The hiring event offers on-the-spot interviews and information about suitability screening, training, and career opportunities.

What you'll do

• Provide armed protective services
• protect people and property
• build relationships with client employees and guests
• report safety concerns, breaches, and unusual circumstances
• handle security issues and emergencies according to protocol
• greet and assist visitors
• patrol facilities
• answer phones and monitor CCTV and alarms.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

armed security officer

federal protective service

armed patrol

access control

cctv monitoring

incident reporting

washington dc

northern virginia

allied universal

$33/hour starting pay

$25/hour paid training

fps suitability clearance

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health insurance
• retirement plans
• schedules intended to fit personal goals
• ongoing paid training and career growth opportunities
• employee discounts.

Why this role

Hiring event scheduled for October 22, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Candidates must be eligible for Federal Protective Service suitability clearance and have 2–3 years of recent military, law enforcement, or armed security experience.

About the employer

Allied Universal is hiring for this role. Industry: Security Guards and Patrol Services. Sector: 56.