Security Guards for hire in Brooklyn, NY
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills13%Time Management8%Organizational Skills8%Education level
High school diploma or GED85%Associate's degree8%Vocational or technical training5%Years of experience
More than 10 years50%6-10 years40%1-2 years10%Current company
Allied Universal
Securitas
Time at current job
2-5 years71%1-2 years29%
Browse Indeed's database of 72,853 profiles for Security Guards in Brooklyn, NY
Last updated: Oct 12, 2026
Security Guard: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Brooklyn, NY: $44,042 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $35,302 – $54,944 yearly
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Security Guard
Brooklyn, New York State
Licenses & certifications
AEDGuard CardClass D SecurityFirst Aid CertificationCPRSkills
Mechanic ExperienceLeadershipOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsTime ManagementHeavy LiftingSecurity Guard/Fire Guard
Brooklyn, New York State
Licenses & certifications
AEDGuard CardSecurityClass D SecurityFirst Aid CertificationCPR+4 moreSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsPublic SpeakingTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsSecurity Guard
Brooklyn, New York State
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardAEDFirst Aid CertificationCertified Medical AssistantCPRBLSSkills
Time ManagementOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadershipAnalysis SkillsRemote RecruitingSecurity Guard
Brooklyn, New York State
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardAEDClass D SecurityFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPR+2 moreSkills
Communication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsConflict ManagementSecurityEnglishSecurity Guard
Ozone Park, New York State
Licenses & certifications
CHHAGuard CardPERC CardDriver's LicenseState Tested Nursing AssistantAED+7 moreSkills
Organizational SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsPersonal Assistant ExperienceCasual Dining ExperienceUpscale Casual ExperienceSecurity Guard
Brooklyn, New York State
Licenses & certifications
Fire Codes and RegulationsFire Alarm SystemsPublic Safety Compliance ChecksAEDEPA 609 CertificationASE Certification+44 moreSkills
Service Technician ExperienceCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsLeadershipMechanic 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 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, time management and organizational skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for security guards?
Common licenses or certifications for security guards include: Guard Card, Driver's License 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/fire 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 Brooklyn, NY, 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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