Security Officers for hire in Albuquerque, NM
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Communication Skills11%Leadership10%Time Management8%Education level
High school diploma or GED80%Associate's degree11%Bachelor's degree9%Years of experience
More than 10 years50%6-10 years32%3-5 years14%Current company
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INTERNATIONAL PROTECTIVE SERVICESTime at current job
2-5 years38%1-2 years29%Less than a year21%
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Last updated: Sep 12, 2026
Security Officer: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Albuquerque, NM: $69,262 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $57,076 – $84,050 yearly
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Security Officer
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Licenses & certifications
EMT CertificationCertified Pool OperatorCompTIA Server+IATApple Certified Mac TechnicianAED+26 moreSkills
Time ManagementCommunication SkillsGAASHeavy LiftingLeadershipOrganizational SkillsArmed Security Officer
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Licenses & certifications
OC CertificationGuard CardConfined Space CertificationASE CertificationFlagger CertificationBaton Permit+3 moreSkills
Communication SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipPatrollingSecurityTypingSecurity Officer
Rio Rancho, New Mexico
Licenses & certifications
AEDGuard CardBartender LicenseClass D SecurityLoss Prevention QualifiedDriver's License+2 moreSkills
LeadershipAssistant Manager ExperienceAnalysis SkillsVeterinary Assistant ExperienceOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementPolice Officer-Certified Police Officer
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Licenses & certifications
Class DGuard CardFirst Aid CertificationFirearms LicenseDriver's LicensePrivate Investigator License+4 moreSkills
Backhoe OperationLaw EnforcementSecurityHeavy Equipment OperationMilitarySurveillanceSecurity Officer
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRServsafeFood Handler CertificationSkills
Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadershipTime ManagementHeavy LiftingExperience Working with ChildrenRegistered Behavior Technician
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Licenses & certifications
OC CertificationGuard CardBartender LicenseCertified Notary PublicHeartsaver CertificationRBT Certification+10 moreSkills
Communication SkillsLeadershipFinancial ConceptsSymbilityMicrosoft Outlook CalendarWarm Calling
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What's the average time to fill a security officer role?
The average time to fill a security officer role is 49 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do security officers tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a security officer include: communication skills, leadership and time management.
What licenses or certifications are common for a security officer?
Common licenses or certifications for security officers include: Guard Card, Driver's License and First Aid Certification.
What are some job titles related to security officers?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to security officers include: armed security officer, police officer-certified police officer and registered behavior technician.
What level of education is common for a security officer?
High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a security officer in Albuquerque, NM, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a security officer?
Most security officers have 15 years of professional experience.
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