Overview
Founded in 1973, Inter-Con Security Systems, Inc. is a leading US-owned security company, providing integrated security solutions to government and commercial customers on four continents. Inter-Con remains under family ownership and control and operates as the industry leader in the field of customized, high-requirement security solutions. Inter-Con employs over 35,000 personnel world-wide, trained and managed by a team of professionals with unsurpassed military, law enforcement, and security experience. Inter-Con is Everywhere Security Matters.
Why Work at Inter-Con?
Passion: Inter-Con is a thriving company that is passionate about its products and people. Joining the Inter-Con family as an Armed Diplomatic Security Officer is an opportunity for growth and career advancement in an environment that truly cares for its employees. By joining the Inter-Con family, you’re working with the best to build a safer future.
People: Inter-Con is more than a company, it’s an alumni base. We believe in positioning the right people in the right place to help them achieve their long-term aspirations for career growth. We have transitioned thousands of officers into successful careers in law enforcement, government services, foreign affairs and many more. Your career success drives our success.
Benefits: Inter-Con offers excellent full-time and part-time benefits that include: flexible scheduling to accommodate lifestyle commitments, vacation, sick leave, medical, dental, sponsorship for Top Secret Clearance, comprehensive training, discounts on higher education and much more.
Partner with us to begin a journey that begins with a commitment and leads to a career of a lifetime. Stand out. Be proud. Be Inter-Con!
Employment Opportunity
Inter-Con is searching for motivated individuals to fill the exciting role of an Armed Diplomatic Security Officer. In this role, you’ll work as a galvanized member of an elite team of security operators protecting some of our nation’s most critical assets. You will be part of the comprehensive security solution to protect ours and visiting nations’ diplomats across multiple locations in the United States.
We offer a full range of benefits:
• Competitive pay starting at $36.73 an hour plus an additional $5.50 an hour for health benefits
• Medical, Dental, Vision Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Recognition and Reward Programs
• Training and Career Development
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Specific Requirements:
- Be a minimum of 21 years of age
- Must be a citizen of the United States
- Possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance
- Fluent in both the written and spoken English language
- Possess a valid United States driver's license
- Possess a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and have the knowledge, skill and abilities for employment under this contract, OR
- Possess an Associate’s degree in criminal justice or security related field from an accredited institution and worked at least one (1) year in the security field and have the knowledge, skill, and abilities for employment under this contract, OR
- Possess a minimum of three (3) years of military experience, with minimum E-4 rank and honorable discharge, OR
- Possess two (2) year of law enforcement, or armed commercial guard force experience providing armed protective services that require skills similar to those identified in the guard training courses OR
- Possess a minimum of five (5) years of current unarmed commercial guard force experience
Work Environment and Schedule
• Job operates in client sites which could be indoors or outdoors.
• Position requires prolonged standing and walking, in the performance of daily security activities.
• Open availability Nights, Weekends, Holidays and overtime as directed (overtime occurs).
• Work various shifts and Holidays as assigned.
• Must maintain flexibility regarding job assignments and locations.
• Time flexibility depending on the needs of the company.
Veterans
Inter-Con is passionate about hiring veterans. In fact, we’ve hired thousands of veterans over the years and plan to keep hiring as many as we can. If you are veteran in search of a rewarding career among a team that holds an affinity for those who served as well as values your success and growth within our organization, please take a moment to review our website for all our extensive opportunities.
Inter-Con Security Systems, Inc. is an affirmative action employer who provides equal employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans, and disabled individuals, as well as other protected groups.
Skills Required
- Minimum 21 years of age
- Must be a citizen of the United States
- Possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance
- Fluent in both written and spoken English
- Possess a valid United States driver's license
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution (qualifies)
- Associate's degree in criminal justice or security plus 1 year security experience (alternative qualification)
- Minimum 3 years military experience, minimum E-4 rank and honorable discharge (alternative qualification)
- 2 years law enforcement or armed commercial guard force experience providing armed protective services (alternative qualification)
- 5 years current unarmed commercial guard force experience (alternative qualification)
- Open availability nights, weekends, holidays and overtime as directed
- Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods as required by security duties
Inter-Con Security Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Inter-Con Security and has not been reviewed or approved by Inter-Con Security.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered competitive for many entry-level and select specialized roles, with hourly rates often described as decent or strong for the work. Daily pay access and overtime availability further enhance take-home earnings for those seeking additional hours.
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Healthcare Strength — Full-time roles include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and AD&D, with an HRA available when enrolled in major medical plans. The breadth of core health coverage is consistently part of the overall package.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) and employer-sponsored retirement plans are offered, with profit sharing or defined-contribution options referenced in some contexts. Retirement benefits are available companywide, with some variation by contract and post.
Inter-Con Security Insights
What We Do
EVERYWHERE SECURITY MATTERS. Inter-Con Security is a multinational private security company operating in North America, South America, and Africa. We provide a wide range of security services, including security guards, mobile patrols, emergency services, K9 security, executive protection, concierge services, off-duty officers, and more. We are proud to serve government agencies, Fortune 100 companies, private businesses, and individuals both domestically and internationally. At Inter-Con, our workforce of dedicated security professionals is the foundation of our business, and we treat our employees like family.
