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Security Officer - Foot Patrol Officer

Cary, North Carolina

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Security Officer - Foot Patrol Officer

Cary, North Carolina Position Type: Full Time Shift Type: Morning Req ID: 2026-1529352 Pay Rate: USD $17.06/Hr. Work Days Available: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Date posted: 02/05/2026
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Allied Universal®, North America's leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve.


As a Security Officer - Foot Patrol Officer in Cary, NC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal as an unarmed patrol officer supporting a government education location. You will monitor and patrol assigned areas, complete routine rounds, and maintain a visible presence that helps to deter security-related incidents. You will communicate clearly with staff, visitors, and responders, document observations, and provide helpful customer service. Bring integrity and teamwork to a caring culture that is agile, reliable, and innovative.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $17.06 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon06:30 AM - 04:15 PMTue06:30 AM - 04:15 PMWed06:30 AM - 04:15 PMThur06:30 AM - 04:15 PMFri06:30 AM - 04:15 PM

Why Join Us:

  • Smart Tools: Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
  • Career Growth: Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
  • Financial and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
  • Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What You'll Do:

  • Provide customer service to site staff, students, visitors, and vendors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
  • Respond to incidents, alarms, and calls for assistance in a calm, problem-solving manner, and notify site leadership and/or public emergency services as needed.
  • Conduct regular and random patrols of buildings, parking areas, and the perimeter to help identify unusual activity, unsecured doors, and other concerns for follow-up.
  • Support access control by monitoring entrances, confirming authorization, and directing visitors to sign-in processes and designated areas per site policy.
  • Prepare clear written reports of incidents, patrol observations, and actions taken, and communicate relevant information to Allied Universal management and site contacts.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Be 21+ years of age.
  • Be able to ride a bike.
  • Customer service experience is preferred.
  • Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles.
  • Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.
  • Allied Universal will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws.
  • As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
  • Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
  • A valid driver's license will be required for driving positions only.

Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com

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If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.

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Career Path

Allied Universal offers many career paths to support your immediate and future success.

  • Regional President
  • Regional Vice President
  • General Manager
  • Branch Manager
  • Director of Operations
  • Client Manager
  • Operations Manager
  • Field Supervisor
  • Shift Supervisor
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  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Employee Discount Program

  • Tuition Discount Program

  • Training & Career Development Programs

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