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Job Description:
Vaxcom Services, a Parsons company, is looking for an amazingly talented Armed Security Officer to join our team of dedicated and talented security professionals.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Maintain professionalism, while ensuring the highest quality security services in the protection of personnel, property, and information.
- Control access to facility by monitoring surveillance equipment, inspecting vehicles, and ensuring all personnel have the proper identification and authorization.
- Preserve order and enforce rules, regulations, and directives as defined in post orders.
- Perform patrol duties via foot, bike, or vehicle.
- Respond to incidents of fire, medical emergency, bomb threat, elevator emergency, hazardous materials, inclement weather, and other incidents that may occur during day or night.
- Observe and report incidents or suspicious activity.
- Communicate effectively verbally and in written form.
- Respond to situations using the appropriate escalation of force up to and including armed response by following established Use of Force policy.
- Maintain proficiency and safety in the use of all assigned equipment, control devices, and weapon systems.
- Complete regularly scheduled training and (re-)certification requirements.
- * All training hours are compensated. Uniforms and equipment are provided.*
What Required Skills You'll Bring:
- Ability to obtain Top Secret/SCI clearance with CI polygraph.
- Minimum of 21 years of age (required to carry firearm).
- High school diploma or GED.
- Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
- Ability to pass basic physical fitness test (one mile run, crawl, push-ups, sit-ups).
- Ability to complete New Mexico Armed Guard Level 3 certification (paid during training).
- Ability to meet (and maintain) minimum standards with Glock 17 pistol and M4 style rifle.
- Meet one of the following preferred requirements: two years of service in the United States Armed Services (including Reserves or National Guard); three years of experience in physical security as a security officer (armed or unarmed); Associate degree or higher in security related field; successful completion of an accredited police academy; or any combination of two years’ experience in physical security and military service.
- Applicants not meeting the aforementioned criteria will be considered on a case-by-case basis with an emphasis on familiarity with security concepts, customer service, and expressed/observed ability to assimilate to the job duties.
Security Clearance Requirement:
An active Top Secret SCI w/Polygraph security clearance is required for this position.This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.
Skills Required
- Ability to obtain Top Secret/SCI clearance with CI polygraph
- Active Top Secret SCI w/Polygraph (required for position)
- Minimum of 21 years of age (required to carry firearm)
- High school diploma or GED
- Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record
- Ability to pass basic physical fitness test (one mile run, crawl, push-ups, sit-ups)
- Ability to complete New Mexico Armed Guard Level 3 certification (paid during training)
- Ability to meet and maintain minimum standards with Glock 17 pistol and M4 style rifle
- Two years of service in the United States Armed Services (including Reserves or National Guard)
- Three years of experience in physical security as a security officer (armed or unarmed)
- Associate degree or higher in security related field
- Successful completion of an accredited police academy
- Any combination of two years' experience in physical security and military service
Parsons Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs are framed as a major value driver, with an ESOP alongside a 401(k) match and additional stock-purchase options contributing meaningfully to total rewards. This structure is positioned as especially attractive for employees who value long-term wealth-building over immediate cash.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as broad and choice-rich, with multiple plan types (PPO, HDHP, and some HMO networks) plus dental, vision, EAP, and wellness resources. The availability of different plan designs and national-carrier coverage supports varied employee needs.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are portrayed as competitive, including PTO, holidays, flexible schedules such as a 9/80 option for eligible roles, and floating holidays in the U.S. Paid parental leave of 160 hours is also highlighted as a meaningful component of the overall package.
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What We Do
Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider with a focus on making the world safer, smarter, healthier, more sustainable, and more connected. Founded in 1944, Parsons primarily serves the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. Uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services, the corporation delivers state-of-the-art solutions to federal, regional, and local government agencies as well as to private industrial customers worldwide. Parsons has a reputation for inclusion and diversity and has been named to the Ethisphere Institute’s list of World’s Most Ethical Companies for 10 consecutive years. Parsons facilitates a culture of innovation by encouraging collaboration among its employees and providing opportunities for career growth. With offices around the globe, people of varied talents and backgrounds, and a wide range of exciting projects, the possibilities at Parsons are endless. For more about Parsons, visit www.parsons.com. Mission: Delivering innovative infrastructure, defense, and security solutions to enable a more sustainable, safer, smarter, and more connected world.
