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Access Control Officer jobs are open across corporate security, government facilities, healthcare campuses, and commercial real estate, at every level from entry-level officer to supervisor and site manager, with specializations in physical security, identity verification, and surveillance monitoring. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Security Officer Access Control Specialist
Overview
Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve.
Job Description
As a Security Officer Access Control Specialist in Missouri City, TX, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. As an Access Control Officer at a dynamic logistics and distribution location, you will help manage entry points, verify credentials, monitor site activity, and support a welcoming, professional environment. You will provide exceptional customer service, communicate clearly with team members and visitors, and help deter security-related incidents. Join Allied Universal, where agile, reliable, and innovative teams put people first and act with integrity.
Position Type: Full Time
Pay Rate: $16.33 / Hour
Job Schedule:
What You'll Do:
- Provide customer service to clients, drivers, visitors, and employees by carrying out site-specific access-control procedures, policies, and emergency response activities at a logistics and distribution location.
- Monitor access points and verify credentials, visitor authorizations, and delivery personnel requirements before permitting entry to designated areas.
- Maintain accurate visitor, contractor, vehicle, and access-control records in accordance with site procedures.
- Respond to incidents, access-control concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating information through appropriate channels.
- Conduct regular and random patrols of access points, the facility perimeter, parking areas, and distribution operations to help deter unauthorized activity.
Minimum Requirements:
- Have at least two years of security-related experience.
- Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles.
- Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
- As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.
- Allied Universal will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws.
- As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
- Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
- A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only.
Why Join Us:
- Smart Tools: Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
- Career Growth: Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
- Financial and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
- Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.
Closing
Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com.
If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.
Requisition ID
2026-1747870
Security Officer Access Control Specialist
Overview
Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve.
Job Description
As a Security Officer Access Control Specialist in Missouri City, TX, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. As an Access Control Officer at a dynamic logistics and distribution location, you will help manage entry points, verify credentials, monitor site activity, and support a welcoming, professional environment. You will provide exceptional customer service, communicate clearly with team members and visitors, and help deter security-related incidents. Join Allied Universal, where agile, reliable, and innovative teams put people first and act with integrity.
Position Type: Full Time
Pay Rate: $16.33 / Hour
Job Schedule:
What You'll Do:
- Provide customer service to clients, drivers, visitors, and employees by carrying out site-specific access-control procedures, policies, and emergency response activities at a logistics and distribution location.
- Monitor access points and verify credentials, visitor authorizations, and delivery personnel requirements before permitting entry to designated areas.
- Maintain accurate visitor, contractor, vehicle, and access-control records in accordance with site procedures.
- Respond to incidents, access-control concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating information through appropriate channels.
- Conduct regular and random patrols of access points, the facility perimeter, parking areas, and distribution operations to help deter unauthorized activity.
Minimum Requirements:
- Have at least two years of security-related experience.
- Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles.
- Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
- As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.
- Allied Universal will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws.
- As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
- Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
- A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only.
Why Join Us:
- Smart Tools: Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
- Career Growth: Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
- Financial and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
- Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.
Closing
Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com.
If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.
Requisition ID
2026-1747870
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Who's Hiring
- Allied Universal67
- CENCORE1
- E.K.G. Security1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in access control officer jobs.
- High school diploma or GED with valid state security guard license or registration
- One to three years of experience in physical security, law enforcement, or military service
- Proficiency with access control systems such as card readers, biometric scanners, and visitor management software
- Ability to pass a background check, drug screening, and fingerprinting prior to hire
- CPR, first aid, and AED certification current at time of employment
- Strong written communication skills for accurate incident reporting and shift logs
Tips for Your Access Control Officer Job Search
Tailor your resume for each site type
Corporate, government, and healthcare security employers each weight different credentials. Highlight CCTV proficiency for corporate roles, federal clearance eligibility for government posts, and HIPAA-aware access protocols for healthcare campuses so your resume speaks directly to that employer's environment.
List every relevant certification you hold
Certifications like Security Industry Association credentials, CPR, first aid, and state guard licenses often appear as minimum requirements, not nice-to-haves. Place them in a dedicated section near the top of your resume so a hiring manager spots them before reading anything else.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists access control officer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Search by facility type, not just title
Job postings often use titles like security officer, access control specialist, or badging coordinator for the same function. Searching by facility keyword, such as data center, hospital, or federal building, surfaces openings that generic title searches miss entirely.
Prepare scenario answers about access denial
Interviewers for access control roles consistently ask how you handled an unauthorized entry attempt or a confrontational visitor. Prepare two or three specific, calm-resolution stories in advance so you're not improvising the answer that matters most during the interview.
Negotiate schedule before accepting an offer
Access control roles frequently involve rotating shifts, overnight posts, or holiday coverage. Clarify shift structure, overtime expectations, and post rotation schedules during the offer conversation rather than after onboarding, when adjustments become much harder to arrange.
Access Control Officer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most access control officers?
Allied Universal, CENCORE, and E.K.G. Security are hiring the most access control officers right now, with openings concentrated in New York, Florida, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially high at facilities with 24-hour operations, including hospitals, data centers, and federal buildings.
How many access control officer jobs are remote?
About 0% of access control officer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most posts. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements are access policy administration, credentialing coordination, and remote monitoring roles where camera review and system management happen off-site.
How do you become an access control officer?
Start by earning your high school diploma or GED, then apply for your state's security guard registration or license, which typically requires a background check and a short pre-assignment training course. Build hands-on experience in a general security officer role, then pursue access control system training through employer programs or vendor certifications. CPR and first aid credentials strengthen most applications significantly.
Can you get hired as an access control officer with little experience?
Yes, many employers hire candidates with no direct access control experience if you hold a valid state guard license and a clean background check. Military, law enforcement, or even retail loss-prevention experience translates well because it demonstrates situational awareness and de-escalation skills. Entry-level posts at corporate lobbies and commercial buildings are the most accessible starting points for career changers.
What does the access control officer interview process look like?
Most employers conduct a phone screen to verify your license status and availability, followed by an in-person or video interview focused on scenario-based questions about unauthorized access, visitor management, and emergency response. Some sites require a physical walkthrough of the post before a final offer is extended. Background checks, drug screening, and fingerprinting are standard final steps before your start date.
Where can I find and apply to access control officer jobs?
You can find and apply to access control officer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, certifications, and preferred location, then apply directly to each opening that fits.
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