Chief Security Guard Jobs in Houston, TX

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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Ramp Safety & Security Supervisor

  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago

Ramp Safety & Security Supervisor Job Location: Houston-USA-77032 Work Location Type: On-Site Salary Range: $55,023.54 - 68,779.42 About us LSG Sky Chefs is one of the world's largest airline...

Flex Security Shift Supervisor - Unarmed

  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago

Job Description We're Hiring Unarmed Security Officers - Flex Supervisor in the Downtown area!...

Ramp Safety Supervisor

  • Houston, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 4 days ago

Ramp Safety Supervisor Job Location: Houston-USA-77032 Work Location Type: On-Site About us LSG Sky Chefs is one of the world's largest airline catering and hospitality providers, known for its...

Security Operations Manager

  • Houston, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 4 days 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...

Overnight Security Supervisor - Hilton Americas Houston

  • Houston, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 6 days ago

Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards: + Patrol the interior of and the perimeter of the hotel and the property to observe and identify potential...

Security Shift Supervisor Armed- W Little York Rd

  • Houston, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 6 days ago

Allied Universal Services is seeking the position of an Armed Security Shift Supervisor....

Security Operations Manager

  • Houston, TX
  • 11 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 11 days ago

443428BR** **Auto req ID:** 443428BR **Company:** Blue Line Security **Job Code:** security_management Security Management **Job Description:** **ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization...

Security Site Supervisor - Unarmed

  • Houston, TX
  • 13 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 13 days ago

testing results for all new hires to ensure proper training has been conducted Ensure compliance with all Job Safety Analysis and Safety Orientation requirements for all client locations Conduct daily patrol...

Public Safety/Security Supervisor - Nights - Medical Center

  • Houston, TX
  • 16 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 16 days ago

Ensures that daily security operations are conducted in accordance with HM security management plan, department policies and procedures....

Security Supervisor - Hilton Americas Houston

  • Houston, TX
  • 26 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 26 days ago

Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards: Patrol the interior of and the perimeter of the hotel and the property to observe and identify potential...

Security Shift Supervisor - Unarmed

  • Houston, TX
  • 27 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 27 days ago

Overview Allied Universal, North Americas leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and...

Area Supervisor

  • Richmond, TX (22 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Richmond, TX (22 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 45+ days ago

Our values start with our people, join a team that values you! We are the nation's largest off-price retailer with over 2,000 stores, and a strong track record of success and growth. Our focus has...

Supervisor - Aerial Patrol (Chief Pilot)

  • Spring, TX (21 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 26 days ago
  • Spring, TX (21 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 26 days ago

Manage patrol pilot schedules and aircraft assignments to help meet patrol frequency requirements and special flight requests from the Field....

Security Supervisor

  • Houston, TX
  • 28 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 28 days ago

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Physical patrols of the campus buildings, garages, and surface lots Direction of traffic as needed on campus and in a safe manner....

Security Branch Supervisor

  • Sugar Land, TX (18 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 29 days ago
  • Sugar Land, TX (18 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 29 days ago

SECURITY BRANCH SUPERVISOR SUGARLAND, TX SIGNAL SECURITY HIRING FOR BRANCH SUPERVISOR/PATROL DRIVER FRI-MON 8PM-6AM $13.00/HR FRIDAY&SATURDAY $15.00/HR SUNDAY& MONDAY ($16/HR IF YOU HAVE A LEVEL 3 SECURITY...

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Salary for Chief Security Guard Jobs in Houston, TX

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Highest Education Level

Chief Security Guards in Houston, TX 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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