Security Guards for hire in New York, NY
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills13%Time Management8%Organizational Skills7%Education level
High school diploma or GED73%Associate's degree14%Vocational or technical training7%Years of experience
1-2 years8%3-5 years12%6-10 years36%Current company
Arrow SecurityAllied Universal
A & H Security Services, LLCTime at current job
Less than 1 year16%1-2 years16%2-5 years41%
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Last updated: Jul 24, 2026
Security Guard: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in New York, NY: $45,456 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $35,849 – $57,636 yearly
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Security Guard
Newark, New Jersey
Licenses & certifications
CHHAClass DChauffeur's PermitGuard CardFirearms LicenseDriver's LicenseSkills
Communication SkillsExperience Working with Individuals with AutismEKGECG EquipmentPatient CareFrenchSecurity Guard
Brooklyn, New York State
Licenses & certifications
AEDGuard CardCertified Safety ProfessionalClass D SecurityLifeguard ExperienceFirst Aid CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsOutdoor Work ExperienceHandheld RadiosRadio Communication SystemsWireless Communication System OperationTwo-Way RadiosSecurity Guard
New York, New York State
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardEKG CertificationAEDClass D SecurityCertified Phlebotomy TechnicianFirst Aid CertificationSkills
Organizational SkillsTime ManagementCommunication SkillsLeadershipSupervising ExperienceHeavy LiftingSecurity Guard
Brooklyn, New York State
Licenses & certifications
AEDGuard CardFirst Aid CertificationCertified Medical AssistantCPRBLSSkills
Time ManagementOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadershipAnalysis SkillsRemote RecruitingSecurity Guard
Brooklyn, New York State
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardAEDOSHA Safety CertificationOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourCPRFire Safety CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsAnalysis SkillsHeavy LiftingTime ManagementExperience Working with Individuals with AutismOrganizational Skillssecurity guard
Bronx, New York State
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardAEDFirst Aid CertificationDrivingDriver's LicenseCPRSkills
Communication SkillsLeadershipOrganizational SkillsSupervising ExperienceTime ManagementExperience Working with Individuals with Autism
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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, time management and organizational skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for a security guard?
Common licenses or certifications for security guards include: Guard Card, First Aid Certification and Driver's License.
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 New York, NY, 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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