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SECURITY OFFICER

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BGI Security, LLC is a trusted provider of professional security services, delivering reliable protection through highly trained personnel and proven operational protocols. We serve both commercial and federal clients, maintaining high standards and a mission-focused culture. Our team includes experienced professionals, military veterans, and former law enforcement officers who share our commitment to excellence, integrity, and service.

We take pride in fostering a supportive, team-oriented work environment while offering competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package. Our mission is to protect our clients’ people, property, and operations while providing meaningful and rewarding career opportunities for our employees. We are currently seeking qualified Unarmed Security Officers to join our team.

Position Summary

The Security Officer is responsible for maintaining a safe, secure, and professional environment at assigned sites. This role is primarily focused on access control, visitor management, credential verification, and monitoring site activity to ensure compliance with established security procedures. The Security Officer serves as a visible presence at site access points and plays a key role in protecting personnel, contractors, visitors, and property.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate professionalism, sound judgment, strong attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively with employees, contractors, visitors, and site leadership. This position requires a proactive approach to site security and a commitment to upholding company standards and client expectations.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Control and monitor site access points
  • Verify credentials, badges, and identification for employees, contractors, and visitors
  • Enforce badging, visitor, and escort requirements in accordance with site procedures
  • Manage visitor and vendor check-in and check-out processes
  • Monitor and document deliveries and ensure they are properly routed
  • Observe and report suspicious activity, unauthorized access attempts, or policy violations
  • Maintain accurate activity logs, incident documentation, and shift reports
  • Communicate clearly and professionally with supervisors, site leadership, employees, vendors, and visitors
  • Support emergency response procedures when required
  • Maintain a professional presence and demeanor at all times

Required Qualifications

  • Valid Arizona Guard Card, or the ability to obtain one
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Ability to work assigned shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as needed
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Basic computer proficiency, including experience with reporting systems, access control platforms, and electronic logs
  • Ability to stand, walk, and patrol for extended periods
  • Dependable, punctual, and detail-oriented
  • Ability to maintain a professional appearance and conduct at all times

Experience

  • Previous security experience, particularly in construction site security, access control, or gate security
  • Experience working with access control or badging systems
  • Experience managing visitors, vendors, or deliveries
  • Familiarity with large-scale or high-traffic job sites
  • Data center or critical infrastructure experience
  • Customer service or site coordination experience

Physical Requirements

  • Consistent attendance and punctuality
  • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
  • Ability to patrol indoor and outdoor areas throughout the shift
  • Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
  • Frequent bending, stooping, and crouching
  • Ability to work in varying weather and environmental conditions, depending on site needs
  • Ability to remain alert, attentive, and focused throughout the shift

Benefits

  • Pay: DOE ($19–$21/hour)

  • Medical plans (PPO or HDHP)

  • PTO plan and 6 paid holidays per year

  • 401(k) Safe Harbor program with up to 4% dollar-for-dollar match

  • Boot reimbursement for field employees

  • $1,500 annual personal development reimbursement for all employees

  • Veteran Support: Military Leave Program

How to Apply:

If you are interested in this position and meet the qualifications, please submit your resume, cover letter, and salary expectations via the ADP portal.

BGI Security is a proud veteran-owned company committed to hiring those who have sacrificed for our country. Bring your skills and forge a new path with the BGI family and continue the bonds of service with fellow veterans.

BGI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis , , , , , non-disqualifying physical or mental , , veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. BGI believes that and inclusion among out teammates is critical to our success as a global company and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.