Security Guards for hire in Phoenix, AZ
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills12%Time Management9%Organizational Skills9%Education level
High school diploma or GED57%Associate's degree17%Bachelor's degree13%Years of experience
Less than a year2%1-2 years2%3-5 years10%Current company
Allied Universal
Beyond SecurityGardaWorld Security Services US
Time at current job
Less than a year26%1-2 years34%2-5 years23%
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Last updated: Aug 21, 2026
Security Guard: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Phoenix, AZ: $43,541 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $37,335 – $50,778 yearly
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Security Guard
Phoenix, Arizona
Licenses & certifications
Class DGuard CardClass D SecurityEMT CertificationFirst Aid CertificationFirearms License+4 moreSkills
Supervising ExperienceTime ManagementLeadershipAssistant Manager ExperienceCleaning & Sanitation ManagementManaging Cleaning or Sanitation TeamsSecurity Guard
Phoenix, Arizona
Licenses & certifications
Certified Personal TrainerAEDGuard CardFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPR+1 moreSkills
Host/Hostess ExperienceTime ManagementCommunication SkillsBusiness CoachingUpscale Casual ExperienceLeadershipUnarmed Security Guard
Tempe, Arizona
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardCertified Safety ProfessionalAEDClass D SecurityFirst Aid CertificationDriver's License+1 moreSkills
Supervising ExperienceLeadershipAnalysis SkillsTime ManagementCommunication SkillsOrganizational Skillsarmed Security Guard
Phoenix, Arizona
Licenses & certifications
ACI CertificationRadar Observer EndorsementPERC CardFall Protection CertificationArmed Security LicenseTWIC Card+23 moreSkills
Casual Dining ExperienceOhmmeterAmmeterOrganizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsCommunication SkillsSecurity Guard
Phoenix, Arizona
Licenses & certifications
DOT Physical ExaminationCDLGuard CardFirst Aid CertificationPassenger EndorsementDoubles/Triples Endorsement+4 moreSkills
Property ManagementAutoCADCAD SoftwareCADAutodeskSemi-Truck OperationSecurity Guard
Phoenix, Arizona
Licenses & certifications
Class DGuard CardRBT CertificationDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Caregiver Certification+7 moreSkills
Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsExperience Working with Individuals with AutismTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsSupervising 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 64 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, Driver's License 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: armed security guard, unarmed 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 Phoenix, AZ, 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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