Security Guards for hire in Memphis, TN
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills13%Organizational Skills9%Supervising Experience7%Education level
High school diploma or GED67%Associate's degree17%Bachelor's degree13%Years of experience
1-2 years8%3-5 years14%6-10 years16%Current company
Clarion Security LLCAllied Universal
Imperial Security
Time at current job
Less than a year16%1-2 years26%2-5 years45%
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Last updated: Sep 2, 2026
Security Guard: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Memphis, TN: $37,196 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $28,146 – $49,157 yearly
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Armed guard
Memphis, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
AEDGuard CardOC CertificationClass D SecurityFirst Aid CertificationFirearms License+6 moreSkills
Time ManagementLeadershipOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsSupervising ExperienceAnalysis SkillsSecurity Guard
Memphis, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardDriver's LicenseCPRServsafeForklift CertificationPallet Jack Certification+1 moreSkills
Communication SkillsPersonal Assistant ExperienceLeadershipAnalysis SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsArmed Security Officer
Memphis, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
TABC CertificationBartender LicenseGuard CardInsurance Producer LicenseDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CSkills
Host/Hostess ExperienceSupervising ExperienceAnalysis SkillsWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsSecurity Guard
Memphis, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
CHHAClass DGuard CardRBT CertificationLoss Prevention QualifiedOSHA 10+17 moreSkills
LeadershipHeavy LiftingSupervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsExperience Working with Individuals with AutismTime ManagementSecurity Guard
Memphis, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
CHHAGuard CardCertified Notary PublicDriver's LicenseState Tested Nursing AssistantCNA+11 moreSkills
Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementHeavy LiftingLift TruckForkliftSecurity Guard (Unarmed)
Memphis, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardLife Insurance LicenseCertified Phlebotomy TechnicianDriver's LicenseTIPSPERC Card+1 moreSkills
Personal Assistant ExperienceTime ManagementLeadershipOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsCasual Dining 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 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 supervising experience.
What licenses or certifications are common for a security guard?
Common licenses or certifications for security guards include: Guard Card, Driver's License and Class D Security.
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 (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 Memphis, TN, 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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