Flex Security Officers

Overview

Become part of one of the largest and fastest-growing privately held security companies in the U.S! Since 1998, Sunstates Security has built a national reputation for delivering exceptional services while fostering high-quality work environments for our team. We are dedicated to hiring, developing, and retaining a professional workforce that reflects our commitment to excellence. We believe in strategic reinvestment in our people by offering a benefits package that exceeds industry standards, pathways for career advancement, extensive internal training, and employee recognition programs.

Our team members are provided with the tools, knowledge, and hands‑on management support necessary for long‑term success. Our commitment to a superior workplace culture is reflected in our most recent national accolades. Sunstates Security is proud to be recognized as a 2026 Forbes Dream Employer, an honor based on independent employee feedback and workplace excellence. Additionally, we have been named a 2026 Training MVP by Training Magazine, marking the third consecutive year we have accepted this prestigious recognition.

We also continue to be celebrated for our steady growth and stability on the Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest‑growing private companies. At the heart of everything we do are our core values of honor, integrity, and trust. If you are searching for a rewarding career with a proactive security partner that protects some of the country’s leading organizations, we invite you to explore the possibilities at Sunstates Security.

Join a successful, growing team where your talent is appreciated and has opportunities to advance your professional career.

Sunstates Security is hiring Flex Security Officers covering multiple sites in the surrounding areas of Palo Alto, CA. This position offers a pay rate of $31/hr, paid weekly.

• Must be flexible to work any shift and travel to the nearby sites.
• CA Guard Card/40‑hour Certificate preferred.
• CPR Card.
• Successfully complete Sunstates background check which includes a 10‑Panel Drug Screen and the client's more extensive background check.
• Must be 21 years of age or older with a valid driver’s license, a clean driving record, and more than 3 years of driving experience.

• Commute‑friendly location.
• Extensive industry training.
• Advancement opportunities.

• Provide exceptional customer service by upholding our standards in a friendly, professional, and courteous manner.
• Natural composure and an infectious attitude towards arising issues with the ability to adapt quickly and develop practical solutions with minimal supervision.
• Prepare all required written reports in an ongoing and timely manner, including but not limited to:
  Daily Activity Reports (DAR’s) and Incident Reports.
• Operating phones, radios, and computer systems and applications such as MAC IOS, Microsoft Office 365, and Google Suites.
• Monitoring Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) and alarm panels for emergencies and potential issues.
• Following site‑specific post orders, pass down messages, and being in compliance with employee handbook guidelines at all times.
• Conduct interior and exterior patrols within an office and industrial complex.

The Flex Officer position is crucial to our company’s operational and financial success. The flex officer provides trained, competent support by working shifts which become open due to illness, call‑offs, weather, vacation, or other causes. This enables Sunstates to provide continual, uninterrupted service to our customers, while also protecting the health and work balance of our personnel.

The scheduling parameters and expectations for a Flex Officer are different from those of an employee assigned to a fixed post.

• You will be trained at various posts and/or facilities based on operational need. While you may work at a specific post or location for several weeks due to need, this will not be a permanent assignment.
• Your schedule (shifts, days off, hours per week, etc.) will vary based on operational need.
• You will be assigned to, or offered the…