Security Guards for hire in Atlanta, GA
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills11%Leadership9%Organizational Skills9%Education level
High school diploma or GED73%Associate's degree14%Vocational or technical training4%Years of experience
3-5 years18%6-10 years24%More than 10 years58%Current company
Allied Universal
Walden Security
Time at current job
Less than a year9%1-2 years29%2-5 years49%
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Last updated: Sep 2, 2026
Security Guard: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Atlanta, GA: $37,456 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $29,014 – $48,354 yearly
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Armed Security Officer
Atlanta, Georgia
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardOC CertificationClass D SecurityFirst Aid CertificationBaton PermitFirearms License+6 moreSkills
OTRMicrosoft OfficeProductivity SoftwareLaw EnforcementSurveillance EquipmentSurveillance MonitoringSecurity Guard
Atlanta, Georgia
Licenses & certifications
Class D SecurityFirst Aid CertificationLoss Prevention QualifiedReal Estate LicensePERC CardDriver's License+4 moreSkills
Communication SkillsLeadershipOrganizational SkillsWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceHeavy LiftingPublic SpeakingSecurity Guard
Atlanta, Georgia
Licenses & certifications
Firearms LicenseCDLAEDCertified Phlebotomy TechnicianSchool Bus EndorsementX Endorsement+20 moreSkills
Communication SkillsLeadershipOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsPharmacy Technician ExperienceSecurity Guard
Atlanta, Georgia
Licenses & certifications
Certified Personal TrainerGuard CardBaton PermitDriver's LicenseLoss Prevention QualifiedArmed Security License+12 moreSkills
LeadershipSupervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingSecurity Guard
Atlanta, Georgia
Licenses & certifications
Pharmacy Technician CertificationCertified Notary PublicFirearms LicenseCaregiver CertificationCosmetology LicenseAED+20 moreSkills
Supervising ExperienceLeadershipAnalysis SkillsPresentation SkillsService Technician ExperienceBarista ExperienceSecurity Officer
Atlanta, Georgia
Licenses & certifications
CPIFirst Aid CertificationBaton PermitDriver's LicenseCPRBLSSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsSupervising ExperienceSurveillance EquipmentSurveillance MonitoringCCTV System Operation (AV)
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What's the average time to fill a security guard role?
The average time to fill a security guard role is 63 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do security guards tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a security guard include: communication skills, leadership and organizational skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for a security guard?
Common licenses or certifications for security guards include: Driver's License, Guard Card and CPR.
What are some job titles related to security guards?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to security guards include: security guard/rover, security officer and armed security officer.
What level of education is common for a security guard?
High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a security guard in Atlanta, GA, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a security guard?
Most security guards have 15 years of professional experience.
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