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Salary and Benefits

Security Officer
$33K-$41K / yr. (est.)
$34K
$37,661 / year
$41K
Average base salary
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About Security Officer

What does a Security Officer do?

We, as Security Officers, perform security services. We participate in electronic surveillance and systematic manual Security Officers' rounds. Coordinating facility response to various potential problems is a part of our job. We enforce policies and procedures. We ensure equitable enforcement of regulations. Following guidelines and perpetual monitoring techniques are a part of our job. We work towards establishing a safe workplace for employees. We ensure a multi-disciplinary approach to security and safety. Participating in employee awareness and education is also our responsibility. We are accountable for ensuring service excellence for customers and staff.

Core tasks:

  • maintain order and safe working conditions
  • investigate alarms
  • respond to emergencies by sending security patrol,
  • alert Fire services or Police as needed
  • assist company employees in all safety and security concerns
  • monitor the security of the company’s employees
  • review systems and sources to detect potential risks
  • coordinate corporate response by the distribution of advisories
  • compile daily reports and incident reports

Insights

How Many Years of Experience Do Professionals Need Before Becoming Security Officer?
On average, people work 3-5 years in other positions prior to becoming a Security Officer.
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Security Officer5 months ago
Seriously? 😤 I started straight out of college as a Security Officer and it was the best thing! Don't need other jobs to do well here.
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Chris Hardy5 months ago
Totally agree! Got into security right after college too. You learn everything you need on the job. 💪
How Long Do Security Officer Employees Typically Stay in Their Roles?
On average, Security Officers works in this position for 3-5 years across multiple employers.
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Jake T.26 days ago
I've met some brilliant folks working as Security Officers. 🌟 They definitely bring invaluable skills to the table.
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Jessie Brooks24 days ago
Balancing studies and working as a Security Officer is tough but pays decently! Anyone else juggling both? 🤓
What Is the Job Hopper Score for Security Officer Employees?
Frequent job changes in Security Officer, indicating a willingness to change companies and roles more frequently.
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Jake Turner26 days ago
Hey y'all, working on my resilience here. Ever left a job for growth? 🚀
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Security Officer24 days ago
Yo, bouncing around has helped me find my dream gig! Change can be scary but worth it. 🙌

Career path

Path to job

Discover a Security Officer's areas of knowledge sorted by their majors.
Explore the list of higher education institutions that a Security Officer typically studied at.
American Military University
Central Texas College

Path after job

A Security Officer typically moves on to these titles.
4 %
Security
Avg. length of tenure:3 years
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Police Officer
Avg. length of tenure:2 years
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Security Officer3 months ago
Dependable, willing to protect life and property.

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Demographics

What Is the Age and Gender Ratio of Security Officer Employees?
Gender ratio in Security Officer position: 0.800260851844304 Male and 0.199739148155696 Female. Age ratio in Security Officer position: 16-20: 28%, 21-30: 51%, 31-40: 11%, 41-50: 6%, 51-60: 3%, 60+: 1%. Security Officer position is predominantly male (80.0%) with the largest age group being 21-30 years old, followed by 16-20 years old.
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Security OfficerPhoenix, AZ - A year ago
Wow, didn't expect the majority age group to be 21-30. 😮
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Security OfficerPhiladelphia, PA - A year ago
That's insane! Less than 1% of Security Officers are above 60 years old? 😱

Workplaces

Who Are the Top Employers for Security Officer?
Top employers of Security Officer position: Allied Universal, AlliedBarton Security Services, G4S. People who work in Security Officer position most typically go on to work for the Allied Universal.
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28 days ago
j4s
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Charlie B.26 days ago
Heard G4S offers great benefits! Always wondered: Does size matter more than team vibes?
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AlliedBarton Security Services
G4S
What Industries Does Security Officer Typically Have Experience In?
Industry Background: The most typical industries of Security Officer: Administrative & Support, Public Administration, Health Care, Arts / Entertainment / Recreation, Education. Security Officer employees most likely come from a Administrative & Support industry background.
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28 days ago
The security personnel must develop different scenarios for crises and different solutions to deal quickly with good planning and follow-up from the security director.
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Tanya R.26 days ago
Man, I love the thrill of being a security officer! 😄 Never a dull moment, lemme tell ya!

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What do people working as a Security Officer wear?
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Warehouse AssociateA year ago
Usually a company provided uniform
What is the women/men ratio in the job of Security Officer?
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Sophie Hayes3 years ago
20% are women in this profession only.
What is the typical age to work as a Security Officer?
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Liam Brown3 years ago
The typical age is 27.
How many years of experience do you usually have as a Security Officer?
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Isabella Holmes3 years ago
You need 4 years of experience to work as a Security Officer.
Which industries does a Security Officer typically work in?
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Sophie Hayes3 years ago
Administrative & Support employs the most.
Is a higher education needed as a Security Officer?
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Liam Brown3 years ago
You should be fine with No higher education
Which company are you working for as a Security Officer?
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Sophie Hayes3 years ago
If you are a Security Officer you should definitely apply for AlliedBarton Security Services, Allied Universal, G4S, Securitas Security Services USA, Inc. and U.S. Security Associates
How many years of experience as a Security Officer is needed in average to switch to another position?
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Isabella Holmes3 years ago
4 years is the typical lifespan for a Security Officer.
How frequently people change companies if they work as a Security Officer?
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Benjamin Gardner3 years ago
A Security Officer is likely to work for multiple companies as a Security Officer.
What jobs do people work in before becoming a Security Officer?
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Isabella Holmes3 years ago
Most people come from Police Officer, Security or Customer Service Representative roles
What can be the next step in your career path from Security Officer?
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Benjamin Gardner3 years ago
Changing from a Security Officer to Security, Police Officer or Security Supervisor is a typical career path.
I started off as a Security Officer and worked my way up to Juvenile Corrections before becoming a Deputy Sheriff. I was a deputy for almost 10 years before going to the Department of Corrections. From the DOC I went back into security as the Security Sargeant all the way up to the Project Manager and Area Supervisor. I have held a Top Secret, Secret, and a Public Trust. I supervised more than 114 staff at one time, com-pleted scheduling, payroll, inventory, etc. Was in constant contact with Physical Security and other leadership staff.
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Security Officer11 months ago
I wish I could say the same but my five years as a security guard has really been hectic. I started out working for on security company that was really great until I got bumped to third shift because the Highlands of Dove Mountain insisted on having a supervisor on day shift and so everyone got bumped to the next shift. My second job involved me driving a car around Tucson Spectrum watching for law breakers and than on day I was called to interrupt a homeless man from sleeping on the sidewalk and when I asked him to leave he kicked me in the chest and pushed me into an iron rail which broke four of my ribs and fractured a few more. I was rushed to the hospital and was there for about two weeks and when I got out I was told I would have to go back to work about two weeks later. I than worked for two more weeks and was terminated.
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