Protective Security Officer

**Summary**

The Protective Security Officer (PSO) provides armed security services at federally protected IRS facilities in support of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Federal Protective Service (FPS). PSOs are responsible for controlling access, protecting federal personnel and property, detecting and responding to security threats, and ensuring compliance with federal regulations, post orders, and FPS standards.

**Responsibilities**

+ Perform access control duties by verifying identification, controlling entry and exit of personnel, visitors, vehicles, and property
+ Conduct screening operations using x-ray machines, magnetometers, hand-held detectors, and manual inspection techniques, as required
+ Perform patrol and response duties, including interior and exterior patrols, alarm response, and observation for suspicious activity
+ Operate security and safety systems such as CCTV, fire alarms, intrusion detection systems, and communicatio...