Security Guards for hire in Raleigh, NC
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills11%Organizational Skills9%Leadership8%Education level
High school diploma or GED66%Associate's degree22%Bachelor's degree8%Years of experience
1-2 years2%3-5 years14%6-10 years28%Current company
Allied Universal
Sunstates Security
Time at current job
Less than 1 year24%1-2 years27%2-5 years37%
Browse Indeed's database of 2,526 profiles for Security Guards in Raleigh, NC
Last updated: Jul 15, 2026
Security Guard: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Raleigh, NC: $39,613 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $33,219 – $47,238 yearly
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Security Officer
Raleigh, North Carolina
Licenses & certifications
Pharmacy Technician CertificationHeartsaver CertificationRBT CertificationHealthcare Provider CertificationArmed Security LicenseCNASkills
Communication SkillsLeadershipSupervising ExperienceOrganizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsCustomer ServiceArmed Guard
Cary, North Carolina
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardOC CertificationBaton PermitFirearms LicenseDriver's LicenseArmed Security LicenseSkills
Communication SkillsSupervising ExperienceLeadershipOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementCustomer ServiceSecurity Guard
Raleigh, North Carolina
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementGuard CardTeaching CertificationLifeguard ExperienceTS/SCIDriver's LicenseSkills
Analysis SkillsPersonal Assistant ExperienceFirst Aid TrainingProductivity SoftwareComputer OperationCustomer SupportDirector of Security
Raleigh, North Carolina
Licenses & certifications
AEDGuard CardClass D SecurityFirst Aid CertificationFirearms LicenseDriver's LicenseSkills
Communication SkillsLeadershipDeal ClosingClosing SalesSalesWriting SkillsUnarmed Security Guard
Raleigh, North Carolina
Licenses & certifications
ForkliftGuard CardOC CertificationDOT Physical ExaminationAEDFirst Aid CertificationSkills
Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsHeavy LiftingWriting SkillsTypingSecurity Officer
Raleigh, North Carolina
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardCDLClass D SecurityFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicensePERC CardSkills
Time ManagementCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsMicrosoft Outlook Calendar
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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 66 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: 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: security officer, unarmed security officer and armed 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 Raleigh, NC, 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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