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Most popular skills

Communication Skills 13%
Organizational Skills 9%
Heavy Lifting 8%

Education level

High school diploma or GED 81%
Bachelor's degree 11%
Associate's degree 6%

Years of experience

1-2 years 2%
3-5 years 14%
6-10 years 30%

Current company

Allied Universal
Walden Security
Dynamic security

Time at current job

Less than 1 year 15%
1-2 years 26%
2-5 years 41%

Browse Indeed's database of 1,902 profiles for Security Guards in Birmingham, AL

Last updated: Jul 10, 2026

Security Guard: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Birmingham, AL: $34,986 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $26,155$46,800 yearly

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Security Guard

Birmingham, Alabama

Licenses & certifications

Guard CardFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRServsafeFood Handler Certification

Skills

Assistant Manager ExperienceCommunication SkillsCustomer ServiceCustomer SupportAssemblyAssembly Line Experience

Armed Security Officer

Birmingham, Alabama

Licenses & certifications

DOT Physical ExaminationGuard CardDOT Physical CertificationFirearms LicenseDriver's LicenseArmed Security License

Skills

Heavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsRF ScannerLift TruckForklift

Campus Security Guard

Birmingham, Alabama

Licenses & certifications

Guard CardAEDClass D SecurityFirst Aid CertificationSORAFirearms License

Skills

Heavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsPallet JackShipping & ReceivingInventory Control

Security Officer

Birmingham, Alabama

Licenses & certifications

EMT CertificationPERC CardNATE CertificationArmed Security LicenseHoisting LicenseCertified Quality Auditor

Skills

Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsAssistant Manager ExperienceWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceMathematical AptitudeLeadership

Deputy project manager

Birmingham, Alabama

Licenses & certifications

Top Secret ClearanceAEDGuard CardFirst Aid CertificationFirearms LicenseDriver's License

Skills

Communication SkillsSupervising ExperienceOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingLeadershipWarehouse Supervisor Experience

Security Guard Officer

Tarrant, Alabama

Licenses & certifications

OTRDriver's LicenseOSHA 10CDL aNon-CDL Class CElectric Pallet Jack Certification

Skills

LeadershipTime ManagementCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingService Technician ExperienceOrganizational 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 66 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 heavy lifting.

What licenses or certifications are common for a security guard?

Common licenses or certifications for security guards include: Guard Card, Driver's License 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, maintenance worker and campus 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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