Careers
To maintain a highly professional staff, Alexander Security Consultants (ASC) accepts applications for experienced security professionals on an ongoing basis.
ASC is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, religion, gender, color, national origin, ethnicity, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, and/or other legally protected status.
Because of the nature of our business, it is imperative that our employees meet our employment standards. Please review our employee screening process.
Qualified candidates may submit their application and resume for the following position.
Note: ASC maintains applications and resumes on file for six months.
Type:
- DC Armed Special Police Officer
- DC Security Officer
- Maryland Security Officer with a Permit to Carry a Handgun
- Maryland Security Officer
- Virginia (DCJS) Security Officer with a Permit to Carry a Handgun
- Virginia (DCJS) Security Officer
Job Description: Primarily responsible for protecting buildings—its assets and occupants—from fire, theft, intrusion, vandalism and other serious hazard. Specific duties include: 1) Monitoring and operating electronic security systems; 2) Performing security enforcement duties as described in Post Orders; 3) Reporting potential hazards conditions and items in need of repair (i.e., broken lights and inoperative or broken locks); 4) Furnishing Incident Reports to designated personnel; 5) Maintaining records in connection with Incident Reports; 6) Immediately reporting and maintaining reports on all accidents, injuries, fires, and property damage; 7) Promptly responding to all requests from clients requiring assistance to prevent acts of violence, vandalism, theft or other disturbances; 8) Performing building security patrols and inspections of areas designated in the Post Orders and/or at the request of the Site Supervisor; 9) Monitoring lobby entrances to ensure proper identification is presented by occupants and visitors are checked in accordance with the Post Order’s Visitor Access Policy and Procedures; 10) Cooperating fully with any investigation of all security-related matters; 11) Performing assistance in special circumstances such as special events, emergency drills, emergencies, or adverse weather conditions; 12) Responding to incoming calls and directing calls to appropriate persons; 13) Performing other duties as assigned as directed by the Site Supervisor.
Skills/Qualifications: The ideal candidate must: 1) Have or be capable of attaining a license as a Security Guard by the State where applicant will work (NOTE: For armed positions, applicants must have or be able to qualify for a license to carry a handgun according to State specifications); 2) Have a high school diploma or GED; 3) Have successfully completed a background investigation; 4) Have signed acknowledging a Background Check Disclosure and Authorization to Perform a Background Check; 5) Be able to read, write and comprehend English; 6) Be capable of hearing at a distance of 10 feet and posses binocular vision, correctable to 20/30; 7) Be physically fit to perform duties such as standing for extended periods and walking long distances; 8) Be a minimum age of 18 years (23 years of age if carrying a handgun); 9) Possess a valid drivers license or applicable driving license as required by local jurisdiction; 10) Be able to work various shifts; and 11) Be required to maintain First Aid/CPR and AED certifications.
+ Private Investigator / Surveillance Investigator
Job Description: Investigator responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 1) Conducting employment verification and background checks; 2) Performing covert surveillance to detect morality in marriage, insurance fraud, and shrinkage; 3) Reviewing and verifying documents; 4) Preparing all findings in an investigation into a clear and concise report; 5) Gathering evidence, obtaining documents, and recording statements needed for hearings and trials; and 6) Testifying in court.
Skills/Qualifications: The ideal candidate must: 1) Have or be capable of attaining a license as a Private Detective by the State where applicant will work; 2) Have completed 2 years of formalized study or at least 18 college credit hours in Criminal Investigations or Criminal Justice; 3) Have successfully completed a background investigation; 4) Have signed acknowledging a Background Check Disclosure and Authorization to Perform a Background Check; 5) Be able to read, write and comprehend English; 6) Be capable of hearing at a distance of 10 feet and posses binocular vision, correctable to 20/30; 7) Be physically fit to perform surveillance duties such as standing for extended periods and walking long distances; 8) Be a minimum age of 21 years; 9) Possess a valid drivers license or applicable driving license as required by local jurisdiction; 10) Be able to work independently at various times; and 11) Be organized and detailed when presenting results of investigations.
+ Retail Loss Prevention Specialists
Job Description: Retail Loss Prevention specialists are primarily responsible for observing and/or monitoring the sales floor to prevent shoplifting, price tag altering, product tampering, and employee theft. Other duties include, but are not limited to: 1) Patrolling specific areas in plain clothes or in security uniform to deter theft; 2) Identifying, approaching and apprehending shoplifters according to State regulations and store policy; 3) Reducing employee-perpetrated store shrinkage; 4) Monitoring deliveries as they pass from vendors to retailers; 5) Providing consultation on the arrangement of merchandise displays to deter theft; 6) Preparing Incident Reports on all theft and taking pictures of all evidence for court case; 7) Respond to incidents involving burglaries, riots, violence, theft, missing child, blackouts and natural disasters; 8) Testifying in court.
Skills/Qualifications: The ideal candidate must: 1) Have completed 2 years of formalized study or at least 18 college credit hours in Criminal Investigations or Criminal Justice; 3) Have successfully completed a background investigation; 4) Have signed acknowledging a Background Check Disclosure and Authorization to Perform a Background Check; 5) Be able to read, write and comprehend English; 6) Be capable of hearing at a distance of 10 feet and posses binocular vision, correctable to 20/30; 7) Be physically fit to perform surveillance duties such as standing for extended periods and walking long distances; 8) Be a minimum age of 21 years; 9) Possess a valid drivers license or applicable driving license as required by local jurisdiction; 10) Be able to work weekends and evening hours at various locations; and 11) Possess self-control and common sense so as to not place personal safety in jeopardy.
Job Description: Canine Handlers are primarily responsible for working with, caring for and training a canine to perform detection (i.e., of narcotics, weaponry, bombs and cadavers), protection, crowd control and deterrence. Specific duties include, but are not limited to: 1) Directing the canine in conducting searches; 2) Performing canine specialty sales presentations to potential clients; 3) Performing reinforcement training for the canine to enhance tracking capability; 4) Ensuring the caning is well-groomed and public-ready at all times; 5) Caring for the canine during off work hours to include feeding, agility exercise and training, regular visits to the veterinarian.
Skills/Qualifications: The ideal candidate must: 1) Have completed either 3 years in U.S. Armed Forces, 3 years experience in a law enforcement or 5 years as an armed security guard; 2) Have completed formalized training as a canine handler; 3) Have successfully completed a background investigation; 4) Have signed acknowledging a Background Check Disclosure and Authorization to Perform a Background Check; 5) Have demonstrated affinity for canines and not exhibited any form of abuse and/or neglect; 6) Be capable of hearing at a distance of 10 feet and posses binocular vision, correctable to 20/30; 7) Be physically fit to perform duties to care for, train, exercise and handle the canine; 8) Be a minimum age of 25 years; 9) Possess a valid drivers license or applicable driving license as required by local jurisdiction; 10) Have adequate living conditions to accommodate a canine; 11) Be able to work flexible hours at various locations; and 11) Possess common sense so as to not place the safety of others in jeopardy.
+ CCTV Installation Service Technician
Job Description: CCTV Installation Service Technicians are primarily responsible for assisting in all phases of installing, testing and troubleshooting CCTV systems. Specific duties include, but are not limited to: 1) Install, test, and troubleshoot analog and network-based CCTV systems; 2) Install conduit and pull cable for video, data, and power; 3) Program digital video recorders and network video recorders according to client needs; 4) Diagnose CCTV system problems and determine faulty components; 5) Ability to speak intelligently with network and IT personnel about IP addressing issues; 6) Supervise subcontractors and other workers; 7) Work with power tools; 8) Interface with customers as necessary to install and test equipment; 9) Train customers on operation of equipment; and 10) Perform other duties as assigned.
Skills/Qualifications: The ideal candidate must: 1) Demonstrate the completion of a certified course in Electronics; 2) Accreditation in installing Cat5, Coax BNC and Molex connectors; 3) Have 3 years experience in installing and servicing electronic security systems; 4) Be able to use MS Word and MS Excel; 5) Have knowledge of analog and IP camera systems; 6) Have basic understanding of TCP/IP and networking; 7) Have knowledge of programming digital video recorders (DVRs); 8) Have hands-on experience with hand and power tools; 9) Have basic knowledge of AC and DC theory; 10) Have a mechanical aptitude and ability to use metering devices; 11) Be able to climb stairs and ladders, and carry tools and equipment not to exceed seventy-five pounds; 12) Be able to distinguish colors; 13) Have successfully completed a background investigation; 14) Have signed acknowledging a Background Check Disclosure and Authorization to Perform a Background Check; 15) Be a minimum age of 21 years; 16) Must be able to interface and communicate with customers and co-workers in a clear and professional manner.
