Security Officer

Do Apply if you: 

Prefer hands-on, real-world security work over desk-only roles 

Are calm, observant, and decisive under pressure 

Can follow procedures precisely and document accurately 

Communicate clearly and escalate early when something feels off 

Able to work a rotating schedule that includes nights, weekends, and holidays 

Are authorized to work in the United States (we do not sponsor) 

Are eligible to access controlled technical information under applicable U.S. export control regulations (e.g., DOE 10 CFR Part 810); eligibility will be verified. 

DON’T Apply if you: 

Require a standard Monday–Friday 9–5 work schedule 

Are unwilling to work nights, weekends, or rotating shifts 

Prefer minimal documentation or dislike procedural work 

Are uncomfortable operating in a safety-critical environment with strict access rules 

 

About the role 

Valar Atomics is hiring three Security Officers to support secure operations at our Orangeville, Utah site. This is a fully on-site role responsible for access control, patrol/monitoring, incident response, and security administration in a safety-critical environment. You will also be trained and certified as “Rad Worker 2” to be able to respond in radiological environments that will be present on-site. 

This position requires strong judgment, professionalism, and the ability to follow and enforce security procedures consistently. Prior military or law enforcement experience is strongly preferred. A license to carry a firearm is also preferred but not required. 

 

What you’ll do 

Operate site access control at the gate by verifying IDs and authorization for contractors, vendors, and delivery drivers, and maintaining accurate entry/exit records. 

Monitor security systems including CCTV, alarms, and electronic door access control; identify anomalies, escalate as needed, and document events. 

Manage badge access for employees and visitors by issuing credentials, updating access permissions, validating approvals, and ensuring badge/accountability procedures are followed. 

Conduct security patrols and presence operations across the site (as assigned), maintaining a visible, professional deterrent posture and checking for unsafe or unauthorized conditions. 

Respond to security incidents across the site with a safety-first mindset, including areas such as the reactor hall; complete required Radiation Worker training/certification and follow radiological controls and entry requirements. 

Develop and maintain security SOPs and operational runbooks that standardize routine tasks, incident response, access control workflows, and escalation paths. 

Support compliance and continuous improvement by participating in internal/external audits and contributing to tabletop exercises and practical “red team” testing to validate controls, identify gaps, and drive corrective actions. 

 

What you bring 

Professional experience in a security role, or comparable responsibility in military, law enforcement, corrections, or protective services (strongly preferred). 

Strong situational awareness and the ability to remain composed during stressful or ambiguous situations. 

High-integrity documentation habits: accurate logs, incident reports, and shift turnover notes. 

Comfort enforcing access rules respectfully and consistently, even when it’s inconvenient. 

Ability to use security tools/systems (CCTV, alarms, access control, radios) and learn new systems quickly. 

Willingness to complete required safety training (including radiological entry controls where applicable). 

Preferred (not required): 

Concealed carry / license to carry a firearm (as applicable under state/local requirements and company policy) 

Prior experience with access control systems, visitor management systems, and incident reporting tools 

Experience operating in regulated, industrial, or safety-critical environments (energy, chemical, manufacturing, etc.) 

 

Who you are 

Reliable and punctual; shift work doesn’t break your performance 

Direct communicator with good escalation instincts 

Procedure-driven but not robotic; you can think while you follow the rules 

Comfortable being the “no” at the gate when authorization isn’t right 

Team-oriented and professional with employees, contractors, and visitors 

 

Working with us 

Small team, real ownership, direct impact on safe operations 

Growth opportunities as we increase the number of reactor deployments globally and add equipment on-site in Orangeville. 

Competitive pay