Security Guards for hire in Colorado Springs, CO
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Communication Skills12%Leadership10%Organizational Skills8%Education level
High school diploma or GED77%Bachelor's degree15%Associate's degree6%Years of experience
Less than 1 year2%3-5 years20%6-10 years24%Current company
Allied Universal
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Less than 1 year19%1-2 years28%2-5 years39%
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Last updated: Jul 17, 2026
Security Guard: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Colorado Springs, CO: $46,710 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $35,895 – $60,783 yearly
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Security Officer
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Licenses & certifications
First Aid and CPRClass DGuard CardOC CertificationTS/SCIFirearms LicenseSkills
Mechanic ExperienceSupervising ExperienceOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipArmed Security Guard
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardLifeguard ExperienceBaton PermitFirearms LicenseDriver's LicenseTIPSSkills
LeadershipCasual Dining ExperienceAnalysis SkillsProduct ManagementOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsSite security supervisor
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Licenses & certifications
Class DGuard CardCPIClass D SecurityFirst Aid CertificationFlagger CertificationSkills
LeadershipSupervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementMilitary
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Licenses & certifications
Top Secret ClearanceGuard CardFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRSecret ClearanceSkills
Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsRetail Sales TransactionsSales Transaction ProcessingProcessing Cash TransactionsUnarmed Security Officer
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Licenses & certifications
AEDGuard CardClass D SecurityHeartsaver CertificationCertificate of CompetencyFirst Aid CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsPharmacy Technician ExperienceAmadeusComputer OperationMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft OfficeSECURITY OFFICER
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardCPIFirst Aid CertificationFlagger CertificationAmerican Red Cross CPR CertificationDriver's LicenseSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsLeadershipOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementSupervising Experience
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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 65 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 First Aid Certification.
What are some job titles related to security guards?
According to Indeed’s Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to security guards include: allied universal security officer, unarmed security officer and fixed/mobile 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 Colorado Springs, CO, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a security guard?
Most security guards have 16 years of professional experience.
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