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 an Protective Security Officers (PSOs) for National Institutes of Health (NIH) located in Bethesda, Maryland, and surrounding areas. PSOs may patrol to assigned sites on foot or vehicle 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 State Security Officer License.
• Must have verifiable documentation of at least one experience level and at least one educational level or any reasonable combination listed below: 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:
• 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.

• 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