# Security Guard

**Company:** [Idme](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/idme)
**Location:** McLean, VA
**Role:** Security Engineering
**Salary:** $52k – $56k/yr
**Experience:** 2+ years
**Skills:** Access Control, patrol procedures, emergency response, conflict de-escalation, first aid, cpr, aed, self-defense, physical agility, dcjs certification, public trust clearance, security procedures
**Posted:** 2026-07-22

> Unarmed Security Guard responsible for patrolling facilities, controlling access, responding to emergencies, and ensuring safety at ID.me offices. Requires 2+ years security experience, DCJS certification (or equivalent), physical fitness, and ability to obtain Public Trust clearance.

## Job Description

## Responsibilities
- Patrol assigned areas to deter unauthorized entry, protect ID.me property, and perform entry control duties
- Monitor and secure all entry control points, ensuring each individual is properly validated upon entry
- Exercise sound judgment and discretion when handling emergencies and security violations
- Receive specialized training in methods and techniques for protecting secure areas
- Effectively manage and de-escalate conflicts
- Lift, carry, and move incapacitated individuals during emergency situations
- Control access to buildings and grounds in accordance with company policy
- Protect personnel and property in a professional and courteous manner
- Provide first aid, CPR, and emergency assistance as required
- Maintain full familiarity with building layouts, floor plans, manual fire alarm locations, fire extinguisher locations, Automated External Defibrillator (AED) locations, emergency routes, and evacuation assembly points
- Remain on post until properly relieved and communicate all relevant information to the relieving Security Officer
- Perform duties in both exterior and interior environments, including during inclement weather
- Perform other duties as assigned

## Qualifications
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in a security position (law enforcement or military experience accepted)
- High School Diploma or GED
- Valid U.S. Driver’s License
- Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently
- Ability to work 8 - 12-hour shifts
- DCJS certification as an unarmed security guard (01E) or prior law enforcement/military experience (DCJS certification required upon hire if not already held)

## Additional Qualifications (Post-Interview Selection)
- Pass a Physical Agility Test (PAT) assessing fitness and strength, including the ability to physically defend against an attacker
- Lift, carry, and move incapacitated individuals in emergency situations
- Successfully complete a self-defense training course
- Demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills for conflict management and de-escalation
- Exhibit excellent knowledge of public safety and security procedures
- Complete CPR/AED and First Aid certification
- Complete additional training or testing as required

## Desired Qualifications
- Training in self-defense or physical intervention techniques
- Prior experience working in restricted or secured areas
- Prior experience in data center or facility security

## Benefits
- Health Coverage: Company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision plans for employees and their families
- Parental Leave: Paid parental leave for new parents
- Paid Time Off: Generous PTO policies
- Retirement Plans: 401(k) with employer matching
- Life Insurance: Company-sponsored life insurance coverage
- Mental Health Resources: Access to mental health and wellness resources
- Additional Benefits: Commuter benefits, onsite office parking, continuing education stipends, and wellness programs

## Compensation
$25.00 – $27.00 per hour

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