Security Guards for hire in Birmingham, AL
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills12%Organizational Skills9%Time Management9%Education level
High school diploma or GED74%Bachelor's degree17%Associate's degree9%Years of experience
1-2 years6%3-5 years18%6-10 years16%Current company
Allied Universal
Dynamic Security, Inc
Security Engineers, Inc
Time at current job
Less than a year26%1-2 years13%2-5 years33%
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Last updated: Aug 29, 2026
Security Guard: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Birmingham, AL: $34,593 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $26,382 – $45,360 yearly
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Unarmed Security Guard
Birmingham, Alabama
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardClass D SecurityFirearms LicenseDriver's LicenseArmed Security LicenseConcealed Carry PermitSkills
Organizational SkillsHost/Hostess ExperienceGraphic DesignVisual DesignCash HandlingCash RegisterSecurity Guard
Birmingham, Alabama
Licenses & certifications
Class DCHHAFirst Aid CertificationDOT Physical CertificationDriver's LicenseOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-Hour+5 moreSkills
Organizational SkillsTime ManagementCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingLeadershipLift TruckArmed Security Officer
Birmingham, Alabama
Licenses & certifications
Certified Safety ProfessionalGuard CardClass D SecurityFirst Aid CertificationFirearms LicenseDriver's License+5 moreSkills
Organizational SkillsTime ManagementHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsSupervising ExperienceFood PreparationCampus Security Guard
Birmingham, Alabama
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardAEDClass D SecurityFirst Aid CertificationSORAFirearms License+5 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsPallet JackShipping & ReceivingInventory ControlSecurity Guard (Unarmed)
Birmingham, Alabama
Licenses & certifications
AEDGuard CardClass D SecurityCertified Phlebotomy TechnicianDriver's LicenseCPR+4 moreSkills
Supervising ExperienceLeadershipFood Service ExperienceQuick Service & Fast Food Restaurant ExperienceStore Opening/Closing ProceduresSupply ChainSecurity Professional
Birmingham, Alabama
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardAEDClass D SecurityFirst Aid CertificationPMPSORA+6 moreSkills
Organizational SkillsPharmacy Technician ExperienceSupervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsLeadershipAnalysis Skills
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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, organizational skills and time management.
What licenses or certifications are common for a security guard?
Common licenses or certifications for security guards include: Driver's License, Guard Card and Firearms License.
What are some job titles related to security guards?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to security guards include: security officer, security guard (unarmed) and armed security guard.
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 Birmingham, AL, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a security guard?
Most security guards have 14 years of professional experience.
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