Security Guards for hire in Detroit, MI
Find security guards who maintain safety, monitor access points and respond to emergencies, while possessing skills in communication, surveillance and conflict resolution. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Detroit, MI to make your hiring faster and simpler.
Ready to work now
6,496
candidates
Resume updated in last 6 months
Most popular skills
Communication Skills14%Organizational Skills10%Leadership9%Education level
High school diploma or GED69%Associate's degree17%Bachelor's degree8%Years of experience
1-2 years2%3-5 years22%6-10 years24%Current company
Eagle Security
Lagarda Security
Titan Security GroupTime at current job
Less than 1 year15%1-2 years22%2-5 years48%
Browse Indeed's database of 6,496 profiles for Security Guards in Detroit, MI
Last updated: Jul 17, 2026
Security Guard: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Detroit, MI: $40,080 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $29,502 – $54,452 yearly
*Indeed data (US)
Security Guard
Warren, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Elementary Education Teaching CertificationCDLTeaching CertificationDriver's LicenseTIPSNon-CDL Class CSkills
Communication SkillsBarista ExperienceTime Management3Rd Grade ExperiencePackingPackagingSecurity Officer
Detroit, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Chauffeur's PermitClass DGuard CardFirearms LicenseDriver's LicenseArmed Security LicenseSkills
Communication SkillsAnalysis SkillsLeadershipOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingMaintenanceSecurity Guard Officer
Detroit, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Certified Quality AuditorFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseState Tested Nursing AssistantCPRArmed Security LicenseSkills
Time ManagementCommunication SkillsQuality InspectionJanitorial ExperienceCustodial ExperienceCleaningSecurity Guard
Detroit, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardFirst Aid CertificationFirearms LicenseDriver's LicenseCPRArmed Security LicenseSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsSecurityDietary Aide ExperienceDietary Department ExperienceMeal PreparationArmed Security Guard
Detroit, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardFirearms LicenseDriver's LicenseArmed Security LicenseConcealed Carry PermitSkills
LeadershipSupervising ExperienceDrivingAssistance Experience Within Legal IndustryLegal Support ExperienceLaw EnforcementSecurity Officer
Detroit, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
First Aid CertificationFirearms LicenseDriver's LicenseCPRArmed Security LicenseSkills
TrainingSurveillanceDelivery DrivingDelivery Driver ExperienceDrivingBox Truck
Simple, transparent pricing
Choose the plan that fits your hiring needs.
- Sourcing Assistant — uses automation to find and invite top matches
- Assign up to 3 jobs at once to your Assistant
- It works daily, even when you’re offline
- Automatically sends personalized outreach messages
- Includes Assistant contacts to kickstart sourcing **
- 100 contacts per month
- Advanced candidate filters + Glassdoor profiles
- Get access to candidate engagement insights
- Improve team collaboration with shared candidate lists
Enterprise
- Sourcing Assistant — uses automation to find and invite top matches
- Assign unlimited jobs at once to your Assistant
- It works daily, even when you’re offline
- Automatically sends personalized outreach messages
- Includes Assistant contacts to kickstart sourcing **
- 0 contacts per month
- Custom contacts per month / year
- Configurable usage limits
- Custom pricing and invoicing
- Volume-based contact packages
- Dedicated onboarding and account support
- Enterprise-grade identity and access management
§Terms and conditions apply
*Plus taxes and fees as applicable. Pricing and offerings will vary by market and are subject to change
**Assistant contacts are applied in your first month
See how Smart Sourcing helps you find candidates in seconds
Not looking for sourcing candidates?
Browse by skills
Indeed is used by more than 3.3 million companies globally
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indeed Smart Sourcing?
Smart Sourcing is a tool that can help you find the right candidates for your open roles and reach out to them directly. Search resumes, and get a list of candidates whose qualifications, requirements and preferences match the job criteria you're looking for.
Are there additional products that can help me find candidates on Indeed?
Yes, you can create a free Indeed employer account and post a job or reach more skilled talent by sponsoring a job and expanding your reach.
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, organizational skills and leadership.
What licenses or certifications are common for a security guard?
Common licenses or certifications for security guards include: Driver's License, CPR 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, armed security guard and security guard 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 Detroit, MI, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a security guard?
Most security guards have 12 years of professional experience.
Instantly match and connect with quality candidates today
*Terms and conditions apply