Chief Security Guard Jobs

A Chief Security Guard plays a critical role in the security industry. Their main responsibility is to oversee the security operations within an organization or facility. This includes developing and implementing security protocols, supervising a team of security personnel, conducting security audits, and responding to security emergencies. They are also responsible for ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal security laws and regulations and often liaise with law enforcement agencies.

Key skills for a Chief Security Guard include strong leadership and communication skills, the ability to respond effectively to high-pressure situations, and a keen understanding of security systems and technologies. They should ideally have certifications such as the Certified Protection Professional (CPP) or Physical Security Professional (PSP) from ASIS International. Prior to becoming a Chief Security Guard, a person might have roles such as Security Guard, Security Officer, or Security Supervisor, gaining experience in various aspects of security operations.

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Pinkerton

Security Program Manager

  • Redmond, WA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Redmond, WA
  • 23 hours ago

Assist and support any contract security management activity as assigned....

Conduct foot patrols of the premises. Write detailed reports on incidents that occurred on the premises daily....

Pinkerton

Executive Protection Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 days ago

170+ Years Strong. Industry Leader. Global Impact. At Pinkerton, the mission is to protect our clients. To do this, we provide enterprise risk management services and programs specifically...

Security Shift Supervisor - Armed - Part Time

  • Disputanta, VA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Disputanta, VA
  • 15 hours ago

Security License Required Prior Armed Security Experience Required Work for a Company with a Focus on Promotion from Within!...

Safety Supervisor Intern - $19.50/HR

  • Gurnee, IL
  • 12 days ago
  • Gurnee, IL
  • 12 days ago

This is a seasonal paid position ( with internship credit opportunity ) in the Safety Department. The Safety Supervisor Intern assists the Safety Manager in maintaining Safety programs and...

Field Safety Supervisor - SFO Hub

  • Burlingame, CA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Burlingame, CA
  • 18 hours ago

Job Title: Field Safety Supervisor - SFO Hub Job Location: San Francisco-USA-94010 Work Location Type: On-Site Salary Range: $71,530.60 - 89,412.85 About us LSG Sky Chefs is one of the worlds...

Food Safety Supervisor

  • Queensbury, NY
  • 24 days ago
  • Queensbury, NY
  • 24 days ago

Responsibilities: Greats guests, answers questions, ensures quality service, and resolves complaints for guests. Conducts daily audits of food service areas, utilizing Six Flags approved audit...

Security Supervisor-Captain- Grace Medical Center

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 29 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 29 days ago

Security Supervisor-Captain- Grace Medical Center Baltimore, MD SINAI HOSPITAL SECURITY Full-time w/Weekend Commitment - Day shift - 6:00am-2:30pm Management & Supervisory 88609 $19.00-$28.65...

Security Supervisor-Lieutenant - Sinai Hospital

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 29 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 29 days ago

Security Supervisor-Lieutenant - Sinai Hospital Baltimore, MD SINAI HOSPITAL SECURITY Full-time w/Weekend Commitment - Evening shift - 2:00pm-10:30pm Management & Supervisory 88608 $18.50-$27.29...

Concierge Security Supervisor

  • Durham, NC
  • 4 days ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 4 days ago

Uniform provided at no cost Responsibilities of a Concierge Security Supervisor Customer service duties like welcoming, verifying identity, and guiding visitors Manage access control Perform regular patrols...

Chief Security Architect

  • Fairmont, WV
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fairmont, WV
  • 30+ days ago

Description Leidos Civil Group has an immediate opening for a Chief Security Architect to join Leidos in support of our federal civil customer. In this role, you will help our customers solve...

Campus Safety Supervisor

  • Woodinville, WA
  • moments ago
  • Woodinville, WA
  • moments ago

Eckerd College is immediately hiring a Campus Safety Supervisor to serve our students at our beautiful campus in St. Petersburg. Located on nearly 200 waterfront acres on Florida's Gulf Coast,...

Public Safety Supervisor- Sam Wolf Granite City Campus

  • Campus, IL
  • moments ago
  • Campus, IL
  • moments ago

ANNOUNCEMENT Southwestern Illinois College is accepting applications for the full-time administrative position of Public Safety Supervisor- Sam Wolf Granite City Campus. POSITION DESCRIPTION In...

Security Site Supervisor - Unarmed

  • New Albany, IN
  • moments ago
  • New Albany, IN
  • moments ago

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...

Field Supervisor

  • Jacksonville, NC
  • moments ago
  • Jacksonville, NC
  • moments ago

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...

Chief Security Guard Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Security Guard Training Course
The Security Industry is not only a "secure" career choice, but this job market is thriving in today's economy! This course, "Start A Lucrative Career in the Private Security Industry", puts you...
Certified Chief Security Officer
Thank you for noting that this is not an interactive course but a test bank for practice and evaluation.The Certified Chief Security Officer (CSO) Assessment is a comprehensive evaluation designed...
Riot Operations for Security Guards
The student will learn what to do as a security officer working during times of civil unrest.The student will learn tactics that violent crowds use & will be familiar with basic riot control...

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Salary for Chief Security Guard Jobs Nationwide

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Chief Security Guards offer the following education background
High School or GED
29.3%
Bachelor's Degree
25.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.4%
Associate's Degree
14.3%
Master's Degree
9.5%
Some College
3.3%
Doctorate Degree
1.5%
Some High School
0.9%


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