Security Guards for hire in Tampa, FL
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills13%Leadership9%Time Management9%Education level
High school diploma or GED76%Associate's degree14%Bachelor's degree8%Years of experience
Less than 1 year2%1-2 years8%3-5 years14%Current company
Allied Universal
Excelsior DefenseSecuritas
Time at current job
Less than 1 year38%1-2 years24%2-5 years29%
Browse Indeed's database of 4,318 profiles for Security Guards in Tampa, FL
Last updated: Jul 14, 2026
Security Guard: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Tampa, FL: $40,866 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $33,812 – $49,391 yearly
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Security/Fire Guard
Tampa, Florida
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardClass D SecurityDriver's LicensePERC CardAir Brake EndorsementCPRSkills
Organizational SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipCommunication SkillsSupervising ExperienceCustomer ServiceSecurity Officer
Tampa, Florida
Licenses & certifications
AEDClass D SecurityFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRNon-CDL Class CSkills
Supervising ExperienceOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadershipTime ManagementFront DeskSecurity Professional
Tampa, Florida
Licenses & certifications
CHHAAEDGuard CardClass D SecurityFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseSkills
Supervising ExperienceCustomer ServiceIn-Person Customer ServiceProcessing Cash TransactionsCash RegisterCash Register OperationsSecurity Guard
Tampa, Florida
Licenses & certifications
EMT CertificationTS/SCIFirearms LicenseCertified Medical AssistantHearing Aid Specialist LicenseArmed Security LicenseSkills
Communication SkillsSupervising ExperienceOrganizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsTime ManagementEnglishSECURITY. & TICKETING ( BOADING. TICKET
Tampa, Florida
Licenses & certifications
BCBAClass DProperty & Casualty LicensePassenger EndorsementPerimeter Security EnforcementBaton PermitSkills
Supervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsLeadershipOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingLaw EnforcementArmed Security Guard
Tampa, Florida
Licenses & certifications
Class DGuard CardPest Control LicenseAir Brake EndorsementPERC CardDriver's LicenseSkills
Communication SkillsHeavy LiftingTime ManagementSupervising ExperienceOrganizational SkillsSurveillance
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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, leadership and time management.
What licenses or certifications are common for a security guard?
Common licenses or certifications for security guards include: Driver's License, Class D Security and Guard Card.
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, security officer and allied universal security 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 Tampa, FL, 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.
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