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Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location Schenectady, NY
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Overview

Diversified Protection Corporation

Diversified Protection Corporation (DPC) is a trusted provider of integrated security solutions for private and public entities. We offer a full spectrum of services from training and risk assessments to armed security guards. As a company with two decades of experience, our clients include the Department of Homeland Security, Federal Protective Services (DHS/FPS); Department of Defense, Pentagon Force Protection Agency (DoD/PFPA), Department of the Army and Department of State, Bureau of Diplomatic Security (DoS/DS) National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Department of Energy (DOE).

Job Skills / Requirements

Unarmed Security Officer

Location: Schenectady, NY

Clearance: Final DOE Q

Pay Rate: $24.50 - $28.50 per hour - Based on Experience Level

Position Overview

Join a mission-critical security team supporting BPMI operations. Security Officers protect personnel, facilities, and classified matter while enforcing strict access control and responding to security incidents. This role requires professionalism, integrity, and the ability to operate within a high-security environment.

Core Duties/Responsibilities

  • Enforce access control and verify personnel authorization
  • Protect classified matter and ensure compliance with BPMI security procedures
  • Conduct personnel and item inspections to prevent prohibited items
  • Monitor alarms, cameras, and access control systems
  • Respond to alarms, suspicious activity, and emergency situations
  • Inspect vaults, secure containers, and office areas for proper safeguarding
  • Maintain logs, reports, and incident documentation
  • Coordinate with fire, police, and emergency responders
  • Support special security operations as directed

Required Qualifications

  • U.S. citizen
  • 21+ years of age
  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent
  • NY State Security Guard License
  • Prior relevant experience preferred not required
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q clearance
  • Favorable DOE-compliant background investigation
  • Ability to meet medical standards (initial + biennial)
  • Proficiency with Windows, Microsoft Office, and security system application

Preferred Attributes

  • Experience in cleared or high-security environments
  • Strong situational awareness and decision-making skills
  • Ability to remain calm under pressure
  • Professional communication and report writing skills
Education Requirements (All)

High School Diploma/GED

Certification Requirements (All)

DOE Q Clearance

Additional Information / Benefits

AAP/EEO Statement 

Diversified Protection Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, 401K/403b Plan

This job reports to the Site Supervisor

This is a Full and Part-Time position



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Posting ID: 1255324566 Posted: 2026-04-29 Job Title: Unarmed Security Officer