Armed Protective Security Officer
Meritus Solutions Group is seeking professional Armed Protective Security Officers to support U.S. Naval infrastructure operations in Bayview, Idaho. Officers assigned to this contract are responsible for protecting personnel, facilities, equipment, and critical infrastructure while maintaining compliance with federal security requirements and force protection standards. This position requires professionalism, sound judgment, situational awareness, and the ability to perform armed security services in support of mission-critical government operations.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Provide armed security services at designated U.S. Naval facilities
- Protect personnel, government property, and critical infrastructure
- Enforce access control procedures and security protocols
- Conduct security patrols and inspections as assigned
- Respond to incidents, emergencies, and security concerns
- Monitor and report suspicious activity
- Maintain compliance with federal, contract, and site-specific requirements
- Complete accurate reports, logs, and required documentation
- Maintain proficiency with assigned weapons and security equipment
- Communicate professionally with government personnel, contractors, and visitors
- Perform additional duties as assigned by contract leadership
Applicants must:
- Be a U.S. Citizen
- Be at least 21 years of age
- Possess a minimum of two (2) years of security experience
- Successfully pass: comprehensive background investigation, medical evaluation, drug screening
- Be able to obtain and maintain a national security clearance
- Be able to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently
- Be capable of preparing accurate written reports
High School Diploma or GED required
DD214 (if prior military service)
Applicants must possess:
- Valid Driver's License
The following certifications and qualifications are company provided:
- CPR / First Aid / AED Certification
- M4 Qualification
- M9 Qualification
- M11 Qualification
- Mossberg 500 Qualification
- Baton (MEB) Certification
- OC Spray Certification
- Handcuff Certification
All required certifications must be successfully completed and maintained throughout employment.
Compensation Type - Amount
Base Pay - $20.49/hour
Health & Welfare Benefit - $4.97/hour
Total Hourly Compensation - $25.46/hour
Health & Welfare benefits are provided in accordance with applicable federal contract requirements.
Eligible employees may receive:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Prescription Drug Coverage
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Direct Deposit
Benefits eligibility may vary based on employment status and applicable contract requirements.
This is a part-time position. Schedules vary based on operational and mission requirements and may include:
- 8-hour shifts
- 10-hour shifts
- 12-hour shifts
- Day shifts
- Night shifts
- Weekends
- Holidays
- Overtime as required
Monday-Friday schedules may be available depending on operational needs.
Bayview, Idaho. This position is fully on-site. Remote work is not available.
Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a national security clearance. Continued employment is contingent upon maintaining clearance eligibility and meeting all government suitability requirements.
Meritus Solutions Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.
Armed Protective Security Officer
Meritus Solutions Group is seeking professional Armed Protective Security Officers to support U.S. Naval infrastructure operations in Bayview, Idaho. Officers assigned to this contract are responsible for protecting personnel, facilities, equipment, and critical infrastructure while maintaining compliance with federal security requirements and force protection standards. This position requires professionalism, sound judgment, situational awareness, and the ability to perform armed security services in support of mission-critical government operations.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Provide armed security services at designated U.S. Naval facilities
- Protect personnel, government property, and critical infrastructure
- Enforce access control procedures and security protocols
- Conduct security patrols and inspections as assigned
- Respond to incidents, emergencies, and security concerns
- Monitor and report suspicious activity
- Maintain compliance with federal, contract, and site-specific requirements
- Complete accurate reports, logs, and required documentation
- Maintain proficiency with assigned weapons and security equipment
- Communicate professionally with government personnel, contractors, and visitors
- Perform additional duties as assigned by contract leadership
Applicants must:
- Be a U.S. Citizen
- Be at least 21 years of age
- Possess a minimum of two (2) years of security experience
- Successfully pass: comprehensive background investigation, medical evaluation, drug screening
- Be able to obtain and maintain a national security clearance
- Be able to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently
- Be capable of preparing accurate written reports
High School Diploma or GED required
DD214 (if prior military service)
Applicants must possess:
- Valid Driver's License
The following certifications and qualifications are company provided:
- CPR / First Aid / AED Certification
- M4 Qualification
- M9 Qualification
- M11 Qualification
- Mossberg 500 Qualification
- Baton (MEB) Certification
- OC Spray Certification
- Handcuff Certification
All required certifications must be successfully completed and maintained throughout employment.
Compensation Type - Amount
Base Pay - $20.49/hour
Health & Welfare Benefit - $4.97/hour
Total Hourly Compensation - $25.46/hour
Health & Welfare benefits are provided in accordance with applicable federal contract requirements.
Eligible employees may receive:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Prescription Drug Coverage
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Direct Deposit
Benefits eligibility may vary based on employment status and applicable contract requirements.
This is a part-time position. Schedules vary based on operational and mission requirements and may include:
- 8-hour shifts
- 10-hour shifts
- 12-hour shifts
- Day shifts
- Night shifts
- Weekends
- Holidays
- Overtime as required
Monday-Friday schedules may be available depending on operational needs.
Bayview, Idaho. This position is fully on-site. Remote work is not available.
Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a national security clearance. Continued employment is contingent upon maintaining clearance eligibility and meeting all government suitability requirements.
Meritus Solutions Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.
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