Security Officers for hire in Buffalo, NY
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills12%Organizational Skills8%Leadership7%Education level
High school diploma or GED60%Associate's degree20%Bachelor's degree16%Years of experience
Less than a year2%1-2 years12%3-5 years20%Current company
Allied Universal
Securitas
Southern Tier SecurityTime at current job
Less than a year23%1-2 years21%2-5 years38%
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Last updated: Sep 10, 2026
Security Officer: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Buffalo, NY: $67,042 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $47,984 – $93,670 yearly
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Armed Security Officer/Supervisor
Buffalo, New York State
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardFirst Aid CertificationFirearms LicenseDriver's LicenseCPRArmed Security License+1 moreSkills
Retail Sales TransactionsSales Transaction ProcessingProcessing Cash TransactionsCash Register OperationsCustomer SupportVehicle Exterior WashingSecurity Guard Officer
Cheektowaga, New York State
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardAEDFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRNon-CDL Class CSkills
Presentation SkillsOrganizational SkillsPublic SpeakingStrategic PlanningExperience Working with Individuals with AutismLeadershipSecurity Officer
Buffalo, New York State
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRPeace Officer CertificationFood Handler CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsSupervising ExperienceHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementCleaningELECTRICAL / INDUSTRIAL TECHNICIAN
Buffalo, New York State
Licenses & certifications
Class DGuard CardAEDEPA CertificationClass D SecurityFirst Aid Certification+4 moreSkills
Communication SkillsSupervising ExperienceAnalysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsFront Loader TruckTime ManagementSecurity Officer
Buffalo, New York State
Licenses & certifications
CPIGuard CardFirst Aid CertificationFirearms LicenseDriver's LicenseCPR+3 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsService Technician ExperienceTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsMechanic ExperienceAllied Universal Security Officer
Buffalo, New York State
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRElectric Pallet Jack CertificationPallet Jack Certification+2 moreSkills
LeadershipTime ManagementCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsPallet Jack
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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, organizational skills and leadership.
What licenses or certifications are common for a security officer?
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: allied universal security officer, armed security guard and security shift supervisor.
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 Buffalo, NY, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a security officer?
Most security officers have 20 years of professional experience.
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