Security Officer - Durham, NC
Walden Security
$17 - $18 / hour
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Description
What You Will Do
Our Security Officers protect the Industrial or Commercial property of our clients against fire, vandalism and illegal entry.
Our clients range from Class-A Office Buildings, Luxury Residential Properties, Distilleries, Fortune 500 Companies, Financial Institutions, Telecommunications, Manufacturing/Industrial Factories, Hospitals and many others.
Requirements:
- High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
- Minimum of 18 years of age
- Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug test
- Previous security officer experience
Same Day Offers: interview with the hiring team and receive an offer to join us the same day!
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Extensive Training: Our initial training paves the way for you to earn your Security Officer Certification. Walden Security has been recognized by Training Magazine as a Top 100 Award Winner which is awarded to companies with the most successful learning and development programs in the world!
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Unbelievable PERKS! : Save on phone, vacation, auto, retailers and more!
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Tuition Reimbursement: we believe in the professional development of our team members and provide annual reimbursement opportunities.
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Employee Family Scholarship: To date, Walden Security has awarded more than $140,000 in Employee Family Scholarships!
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Paid Time Off: offered to employees that average at least 32 hours per week
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Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance: multiple plan options for you and your dependents
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Health Savings Account: pay for health care more easily
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Voluntary Life Insurance: affordable plans available
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401K: prepare for your retirement
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Employee Assistance Program: we offer free, confidential assistance for many of your life’s needs
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Employee Recognition Programs: we believe in celebrating the “wins” with our Walden Security team. We reward the hard work and dedication of our employees through Tenure Recognition, On-The-Spot Bonuses, Officer of the Month and Officer of the Year recognitions which include awards and bonuses
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Culture of Caring: Walden Security supports many charitable organizations
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Award Winning Company: Walden Security has earned significant recognition for our better working environment for our officers, better service to our customers and a dedication to quality performance standards.
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Promote From Within Philosophy: Walden Security offers growth opportunities for our team members who are Setting the Standard by Setting the Example ®
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Flexible Schedules: We offer flexible scheduling with 1st shift positions available.
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Competitive Pay!
We offer every employee — from executive managers to administrative support to security professionals — unique and generous benefits, as well as opportunities for career growth.
So if you’re ready to embark on a meaningful career with one of the nation’s most dynamic and fastest growing security companies, apply with Walden Security today.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
We offer every employee — from executive managers to administrative support to security professionals — unique and generous benefits, as well as opportunities for career growth.
So if you’re ready to embark on a meaningful career with one of the nation’s most dynamic and fastest growing security companies, apply with Walden Security today.
Benefits
- health insurance
- vision insurance
- 401(k)
- paid time off
- tuition reimbursement
- life insurance
- professional development
About this role
Walden Security is hiring Security Officers to protect a diverse portfolio of client properties—from Class-A office buildings and luxury residential complexes to Fortune 500 companies, hospitals, and manufacturing facilities—against fire, vandalism, and unauthorized entry. The role is full-time, in-office in Durham, NC, paying $17–$18 per hour, and requires a high school diploma or GED, minimum age of 18, previous security officer experience, and the ability to pass a background check and drug test.
The company invests significantly in employee development, offering comprehensive initial training that leads to Security Officer Certification through a program recognized by Training Magazine as a Top 100 Award Winner. Beyond base pay, Walden Security provides medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k), paid time off for those averaging 32+ hours weekly, tuition reimbursement, and an employee family scholarship program. Additional perks include discounts on phone, auto, and retail services, a health savings account, voluntary life insurance, and an employee assistance program.
This opportunity suits candidates with security experience who value professional growth and a structured benefits package. Walden Security emphasizes internal advancement, flexible scheduling with first-shift positions available, and recognition programs including tenure bonuses and Officer of the Month awards. The company also highlights its "promote from within" philosophy and commitment to a supportive workplace culture.
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