Cleared Armed Security Officer - OH

divh2Cleared Armed Security Officer/h2pPatriot Group International (PGI) isnt just another company - were a veteran-owned global leader in mission support, protecting critical infrastructure and information for clients in the intelligence, defense, and private sectors.

Voted #1 Best Place to Work by Virginia Business Magazine and The Best Companies Group, PGI offers a team-driven environment where integrity, professionalism, and service excellence are the standard.

As one of the highest-paying security employers in the nation, ($86,000 - $97,000 plus an additional $1,500 Biannual Retention Bonus!). PGI also provides 100% employer-paid medical and life insurance for employees, ensuring our professionals are as protected as the missions they serve./ppPosition Overview: Were seeking a Cleared Armed Security Officer to join our elite team in Columbus, Ohio, providing world-class data center security solutions that safeguard client assets from global threats.

Youll serve as the first line of defense-protecting people, property, and sensitive information-while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and operational readiness.

This position reports to the PGI Site Manager./ppThe Cleared Armed Security Officer will be responsible for the following:/pulliDevelop, maintain, and continuously improve knowledge of written and oral post orders, policies, procedures, and standards of conduct./liliPrevent all unauthorized access by enforcing all Client and PGI policies, including implementing and enforcing badging policies, controlling physical locks and keys, and inspecting persons and equipment./liliProvide security protection for all Client and PGI personnel and property within the assigned area of responsibility./liliReport or respond to incidents, security, and safety concerns per established post orders, including responding to alarms./liliMonitor security cameras and other electronic surveillance systems./liliGuide, follow, and direct individuals throughout the Site./liliAssist in controlling physical and electronic locks and unlocking and locking doors and areas./liliPerform testing and other inspection services related to access control, including routine inspections, and testing of alarms, locks, doors, monitoring systems, and other access control mechanisms./liliPrevent the theft of physical or intellectual property./liliAssist in promoting communication and awareness of data center security policies to client employees, vendors, contractors, and others./liliMaintain standards of Armed Security Officer competency, conduct, appearance, and integrity, including compliance with PGI and the Clients Code of Conduct and Uniform Policy./liliExecute and deliver various reports assigned by the Site Manager./liliComplete and maintain pre-assignment, client, State, and PGI sustainment training as directed./liliAssist in collateral duties, including but not limited to armory and security equipment maintenance tasks./liliOther duties as assigned./li/ulpRequired Qualifications:/pulliMust have a High School diploma or GED./liliA minimum of one (1) year of security, or one year of local, state, or federal law enforcement experience; or a minimum of two (2) years of honorable military service, active or reserve, in any branch of the US Armed Forces/liliA minimum of 21 years of age/liliAbility to complete an Ohio Security Guard License, including the application process, fingerprints, and background investigation./liliAbility to complete a firearms training course in compliance with the Ohio Security Guard License and conduct regularly scheduled sustainment training./liliMust have reliable transportation./liliMust fluently speak, read, comprehend, and write in English./liliAbility to pass a pre-employment drug screening and periodic random drug screening./liliU.S.

Citizenship/li/ulpRequired Security Clearance:/pulliActive Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information/li/ulpPreferred Qualifications:/pulliCurrent Ohio Security Guard License/liliTwo (2) years of security, military, or law enforcement experience/liliDemonstrated history of safe and successful security operations experience in highly secure facilities/liliGeneral working knowledge of the Lenel access control system/liliHandgun weapons proficiency/li/ulpPhysical Requirements:/pulliMust be able to bend at the waist and knees./liliMust have the physical ability to perform a variety of training functions./liliAbility to walk on uneven surfaces, walk long distances, climb stairs./liliMust be physically capable of standing a 12-hour post./li/ulpWhy PGI?/ppVoted #1 Best Place to Work - recognized for our culture of excellence and respect.

Among the highest-paid security jobs in the U.S.

100% Employer-Paid Medical and Life Insurance for Employees - because we take care of those who protect others.

Veteran-Owned and Operated - with operations in 50+ countries and a proven record in austere environments./p/div