Security Officers for hire in Austin, TX
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills12%Leadership9%Time Management9%Education level
High school diploma or GED79%Bachelor's degree9%Associate's degree7%Years of experience
More than 10 years70%3-5 years20%6-10 years10%Current company
Allied Universal
Inter-Con Security Systems
Priebe Security Services, IncTime at current job
1-2 years43%2-5 years29%Less than a year14%
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Last updated: Oct 9, 2026
Security Officer: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Austin, TX: $72,735 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $53,421 – $99,032 yearly
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Security Officer
Austin, Texas
Licenses & certifications
Top Secret ClearanceTABC CertificationGuard CardAEDFirst Aid CertificationBaton Permit+5 moreSkills
Time ManagementPresentation SkillsAnalysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsSecurity Officer
Austin, Texas
Licenses & certifications
TABC CertificationGuard CardFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRFood Handler CertificationSkills
Organizational SkillsManagementHeavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsLeadershipTime ManagementDancer/ Actress
Austin, Texas
Licenses & certifications
Certified Personal TrainerCertified Fitness InstructorPassenger EndorsementBaton PermitPERC CardDriver's License+11 moreSkills
Organizational SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipHeavy LiftingStrategic PlanningAnalysis SkillsSecurity Guard
Austin, Texas
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardClass D SecurityProperty & Casualty LicenseCompTIA Security+Air Brake EndorsementDriver's License+2 moreSkills
Communication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsAssistant Manager ExperienceLeadershipSpanishSecurity Officer
Austin, Texas
Licenses & certifications
Top Secret ClearanceGuard CardClass D SecurityPassenger EndorsementTS/SCIDriver's License+2 moreSkills
Communication SkillsPersonal Assistant ExperienceSoCOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingTime ManagementArmed Security Officer
Austin, Texas
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardOC CertificationAmerican Heart Association Heartsaver CertificationEMT CertificationFirearms LicenseDriver's License+8 moreSkills
Communication SkillsTime ManagementHeavy LiftingLeadershipOTRHazardous Waste Manifests
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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 52 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 security officers?
Common licenses or certifications for security officers include: Guard Card, Driver's License and CPR.
What are some job titles related to security officers?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to security officers include: dancer/ actress and security guard.
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 Austin, TX, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a security officer?
Most security officers have 16 years of professional experience.
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