Security guard jobs in the United States

Find security guard jobs across the United States. Choose a place, compare current openings and read the employer’s requirements.

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs
31,591
Employers
3,762

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payUSD / hour
$20.09Across 22,437 listings
Average starting payUSD / year
$74,928Across 558 listings
Average starting payUSD / month
$10,879Across 16 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote
<1%55 listings
Hybrid
<1%52 listings
On-site
5%1,506 listings

Not specified: 95% (29,978 listings)

Employers hiring include Allied Universal (15,541), Securitas Security Services (798), GardaWorld (707).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

Security guard jobs in the United States

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  • Security Officer| Part-Time | Rupp Arena

    Oak View Group

    Lexington, KY

    • $17 to $18 USD / hour
    • Part-time
  • Professional Security Officer

    Securitas Security Services

    Louisville, KY

    • $18.5 USD / hour

    Are you interested in being part of our Security Team?

  • Split Shift Security Officer- Tully, NY

    Securitas Security Services

    Tully, NY

    • $20.16 USD / hour

    We are currently hiring for a full time split shift Security officer and a part time weekends Security officer for a location in Tully, NY. You will be interacting with a lot of truck…

  • Security Officer

    Northwell

    Huntington, NY

    …future occurrences; operates system vehicles; enforces System Security…

  • Security Officer-SJS

    SJS HSHS St. John's Hospital

    Springfield, IL

    Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) is seeking a Security Officer to join our team. The Security Officer position serves as a visible and professional presence, helping ensure a safe and…

  • Security Guard

    Acts Retirement-Life Communities

    Fort Washington, PA

    • $17 to $21.29 USD / hour

    Acts is currently seeking qualified candidates for our Security Guard position.

  • Unarmed Security Officer

    Doyle Security Services, Inc.

    BLOOMFIELD, NJ

    • From $19 USD / hour

    Doyle Security Services (DSS) is a leading provider of customized security solutions and investigative services. Our team focuses on protecting our clients' people, property, and peace of…

  • Security Officer

    SAIC

    Springfield, VA

    SAIC is seeking a Security Officer to deliver exceptional customer support within a dynamic and diverse security environment. In this role, you will execute a comprehensive range of program…

  • Security Officer-Full Time

    Boyd Gaming

    Las Vegas

    • Full-time
  • Armed Security Agent - Security - PRN

    Williamson Health

    Franklin, TN

    The security department exists to insure a safe and secure environment for all employees, patients and visitors and to secure those properties belonging to Williamson Medical Center. Our…

  • SECURITY OFFICER

    Boomtown Bossier City

    Bossier City, LA

  • Overnight Security Guard | Full-Time

    Paradise Point Resort & Spa

    San Diego, CA

    • $26.55 to $27.95 USD / hour
    • Full-time
  • Security Officer - 39916

    Harvard Protection Services, LLC

    Chicago, IL

    • $20 USD / hour

    Harvard Protection Services is one of the fastest growing, privately owned providers of high-quality security services in the United States. Our reputation has been earned among our…

  • Security Officer - 39915

    Harvard Protection Services, LLC

    Elk Grove Village, IL

    • $20 USD / hour

    Harvard Protection Services is one of the fastest growing, privately owned providers of high-quality security services in the United States. Our reputation has been earned among our…

  • Security Officer Associate

    Corewell Health Corporate

    Big Rapids, MI · Reed City, MI

    The Security Officer is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of all patients, visitors, staff, and hospital property. This role involves patrolling buildings and surrounding…

  • Security Guard PRN

    Coffee Regional Medical C

    Douglas, GA

    Secures, unlocks and protects hospital buildings. Responds to security needs of hospital personnel.

  • Security Officer Full Time Patrol Operations

    Allied Universal

    Grand Rapids, MI

    • $18.33 USD / hour
    • Full-time

    Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and…

  • Security Officer Full Time Visitor Registration

    Allied Universal

    Newville, PA

    • $18.54 USD / hour
    • Full-time

    Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and…

  • Security Officer Full Time Patrol Security

    Allied Universal

    Harrisburg, PA

    • $20.55 USD / hour
    • Full-time

    Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and…

  • Security Officer Enhanced Patrol Driver

    Allied Universal

    Albuquerque, NM

    • $18.55 USD / hour

    Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and…

  • Unarmed Security Officer

    THE LOSS PREVENTION GROUP, INC.

    Arlington, VA

    • $20 to $22 USD / hour

    At Metro One LPSG, we are reshaping the security industry with a dynamic, service-driven approach. We are proud to provide top-tier security and loss prevention services to our valued…

  • Security Officer Full Time Patrol Log

    Allied Universal

    Albuquerque, NM

    • $18 USD / hour
    • Full-time

    Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and…

  • Security Officer Driver Patrol

    Allied Universal

    Archbald, PA

    • $18.22 USD / hour

    Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and…

  • Security Officer Unarmed Patrol Services

    Allied Universal

    Honolulu, HI

    • $21.5 USD / hour

    Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and…