Security Guards

Guard, patrol, or monitor premises to prevent theft, violence, or infractions of rules. May operate x-ray and metal detector equipment.

76 alternate job titles:

Alarm Investigator Armed Guard Armed Security Guard Armed Security Officer Armored Car Driver Armored Car Guard Bag Checker Baggage Inspector Baggage Screener Baggage Security Checker Bank Guard Bodyguard Bouncer Camp Guard Campus Security Officer (CSO) Closed Circuit Screen Watcher Custom Protection Officer (CPO) Customer Security Clerk Customer Service Security Officer Door Tender Doorshaker Driver Guard Elevated Guard Flex Officer Floorperson Floorwalker Gate Attendant Gate Guard Gate Keeper Gate Operator Gate Person Gate Tender Gate Watchman Gateman Government Guard Hall Tender Hotel Security Officer Loss Prevention Officer Loss Prevention Representative (Loss Prevention Rep) Maritime Guard Merchant Patroller Merchant Police Package Checker Patrol Guard Patrol Officer Patrolman Plant Guard Plant Protection Guard Plant Protection Officer Plant Security Guard Police Guard Private Security Guard Private Watchman Protective Officer Retail Security Officer Safety and Security Officer Security Agent Security Assistant Security Checker Security Guard Security Inspector Security Officer Security Patrol Officer Security Police Security Screener Security Specialist Ship Keeper Special Officer Special Police Station Gateman Surveillance Officer Truck Guard Unarmed Security Guard Unarmed Security Officer Watchguard Watchman
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Salary Information

Security Guards: $38,370 (median) per year.

Starting salary (10th percentile).
Required expreience: Varies by Company


Data source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Daily Tasks & Responsibilities

Task Description Category
Patrol properties to maintain safety. Maintenance
Monitor access or flow of people to prevent problems. Maintenance
Maintain public order or security. Maintenance
Use weapons or physical force to maintain security. Maintenance
Investigate illegal or suspicious activities. General
Respond to emergencies to provide assistance. General
Prevent unauthorized individuals from entering restricted areas. General
Write operational reports. General
Request emergency personnel. General
Answer telephones to direct calls or provide information. General
Warn individuals about rule violations or safety concerns. General
Operate surveillance equipment to detect suspicious or illegal activities. General
Drive vehicles to transport individuals or equipment. General
Inspect equipment to ensure safety or proper functioning. General
Block physical access to restricted areas. General
Provide first aid or rescue assistance in emergencies. General
Adjust building climate control systems. Development
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    Technology Requirements

    Technology Description
    Microsoft Excel Spreadsheet software
    Microsoft Office software Office suite software
    Microsoft Outlook Electronic mail software
    Microsoft SharePoint Document management software
    Microsoft Word Word processing software
    Corel WordPerfect Office Suite Office suite software
    FaceTime Video conferencing software
    IBM Lotus 1-2-3 Spreadsheet software
    McAfee Transaction security and virus protection software
    NortonLifeLock cybersecurity software Transaction security and virus protection software
    Wireshark Network monitoring software
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      Relevant Certifications

      Industry certifications that may be valuable for this career role:

      Certification Issuing Organization Practice Test
      Certified Cargo Security Professional North American Transportation Management Institute Not Available
      Certified Community Bank Security Officer Independent Community Bankers of America Not Available
      Certified Homeland Protection Associate Global Society of Homeland and National Security Professionals Not Available
      Certified Homeland Protection Professional Global Society of Homeland and National Security Professionals Not Available
      Certified Lodging Security Officer American Hotel and Lodging Association Educational Institute Not Available
      Certified Protection Officer International Foundation for Protection Officers Not Available
      Certified Protection Professional ASIS Not Available
      Credible Leadership Applications Criminal Justice Commission for Credible Leadership Development Not Available
      Credible Leadership Change Agent Criminal Justice Commission for Credible Leadership Development Not Available
      Credible Leadership Foundations Criminal Justice Commission for Credible Leadership Development Not Available
      Credible Leadership Theories Criminal Justice Commission for Credible Leadership Development Not Available
      Intelligence Fundamentals Professional Certification Under Secretary of Defense for Intelligence Not Available
      Loss Prevention Qualified Loss Prevention Foundation Not Available
      Professional Security Officer Program International Foundation for Protection Officers Not Available
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