Guards for hire in Indianapolis, IN
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Most popular skills
Organizational Skills12%Communication Skills12%Leadership10%Education level
High school diploma or GED80%Bachelor's degree11%Associate's degree7%Years of experience
Less than a year2%1-2 years2%3-5 years16%Current company
Securitas
Allied Universal
Cerasus, LLCTime at current job
Less than a year25%1-2 years25%2-5 years47%
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Last updated: Aug 29, 2026
Guard: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Indianapolis, IN: $65,428 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $47,939 – $89,299 yearly
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Armed Security Guard
Indianapolis, Indiana
Licenses & certifications
Board Certified Behavior AnalystChauffeur's PermitRBT CertificationFirearms LicenseOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourDriver's License+8 moreSkills
Communication SkillsLeadershipTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsSupervising ExperienceStrategic PlanningSecurity Guard
Indianapolis, Indiana
Licenses & certifications
Chauffeur's PermitGuard CardTeaching CertificationDoubles/Triples EndorsementLicensed Psychologist CredentialsFirearms License+14 moreSkills
Organizational SkillsTime ManagementHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsAssistant Manager ExperienceDispatcher/Scheduler-Delivery Driver
Indianapolis, Indiana
Licenses & certifications
Class DChauffeur's PermitGuard CardF EndorsementDoubles/Triples EndorsementDriver's License+13 moreSkills
Microsoft Outlook CalendarAnalysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadershipOTRSecurity Guard
Indianapolis, Indiana
Licenses & certifications
Bartender LicenseFood Safety CertificationFirst Aid CertificationBICSI CertificationOSHA 10CPR+1 moreSkills
Communication SkillsLeadershipTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsBusiness CoachingAdobe MarketingSecurity Officer
Indianapolis, Indiana
Licenses & certifications
Chauffeur's PermitEPA Type IIICertified Notary PublicAEMT CertificationEMT CertificationCertified Pool Operator+23 moreSkills
LeadershipParalegal ExperienceSupervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsMechanic ExperienceExperience Working with Individuals with AutismShift Supervisor
Indianapolis, Indiana
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardAEDFirst Aid CertificationFirearms LicenseDriver's LicenseCPR+1 moreSkills
Communication SkillsLeadershipSupervising ExperienceOrganizational SkillsPatrollingSecurity
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What's the average time to fill a guard role?
The average time to fill a guard role is 47 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do guards tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a guard include: organizational skills, communication skills and leadership.
What licenses or certifications are common for a guard?
Common licenses or certifications for guards include: Driver's License, Guard Card and CPR.
What are some job titles related to guards?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to guards include: security guard, dispatcher/scheduler-delivery driver and shift supervisor.
What level of education is common for a guard?
High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a guard in Indianapolis, IN, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a guard?
Most guards have 20 years of professional experience.
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