Protective Security Officer

First Coast Security (FCS), founded in 1999, is a leading security services provider offering customized solutions across commercial, residential, and government sites. We hire and develop high-quality Security Officers and maintain a culture built on service excellence, integrity, and employee satisfaction. FCS values long-term careers, recognizes strong performance, and promotes from within, giving you real opportunities to grow.

First Coast Security Solutions provides security services nationwide. We are seeking a Protective Security Officers (PSOs) for locations throughout New York State. PSOs may patrol assigned sites on foot or vehicles to check for unsafe conditions, security violations, and incident responses.

Responsibilities

• Control access to client facilities by verifying admittance, screening visitors, and preventing unauthorized entry.
• Provide courteous, professional interactions that reflect positively on the client and security department.
• Communicate clearly, professionally, and openly with visitors, employees, and team members.
• Monitor entrances, exits, and overall facility activity, including vehicle inspections, gate operations, CCTV monitoring, and remote access systems.
• Patrol assigned areas on foot or in a vehicle to identify hazards, detect security violations, and ensure safe conditions.
• Respond to incidents such as fires, medical emergencies, disturbances, hazardous materials, inclement weather, and other situations following established procedures.
• Protect evidence and secure incident scenes as required, including setting up barriers and providing direction to others.
• Complete logs, reports, and documentation using proper grammar and accuracy.
• Report suspicious activities, safety concerns, or incidents to client representatives, supervisors, and public safety authorities as appropriate.
• Follow all safety rules, company policies, and site procedures, request clarification when unsure of policies.
• Other related duties may be assigned based on site needs.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must be a United States citizen.
• Must possess NY Security Guard Registration.
• Active NYS Armed Guard Certification.
• Valid NY state pistol permit.
• Successful completion of a federal/state certified law enforcement education and training or police officer's standard training course that may result in a law enforcement appointment or commission.
• Shall fluently speak, read, comprehend, and compose coherent written reports in English.
• Must maintain all required licenses, permits and certifications.
• Must have verifiable documentation of at least one experience level and at least one educational level or any reasonable combination listed below:

Experience

• A minimum of two (2) years of security (armed) or law enforcement experience; or minimum of two (2) years of honorable service as a member of any U.S. Armed Forces component.

Education

• Received a High School Diploma from an accredited learning institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or as identified on a DD 214; or
• Received a GED from an accredited learning institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or as identified on a DD 214; or minimum of 60 credit hours, in a related field, from an accredited learning institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

• Paid Holidays

• Weekly Pay

• 401K/403b Plan

• Short Term Disability

• Dental Insurance

• Paid Vacation

• Long Term Disability

• Vision Insurance

• Medical Insurance

• Life Insurance

• The following screenings are required:

  • Drug Screen

  • Criminal Background Check

  • Motor Vehicle

  • Education Verification

  • Employment Verification

First Coast Security is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer (Minorities/Females/Disability/Veterans) committed to a diverse workforce. #service