Security Officers for hire in Chicago, IL
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Most popular skills
Organizational Skills17%Leadership17%Communication Skills17%Education level
High school diploma or GED33%Associate's degree33%Master's degree33%Years of experience
More than 10 years100%Current company
Guardian SecurityPendry Hotel
STEINER SECURITY SERVICESTime at current job
2-5 years50%More than 5 years50%
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Last updated: Aug 8, 2026
Security Officer: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Chicago, IL: $70,522 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $52,519 – $94,697 yearly
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Armed & Unarmed Security Officer & Security Officer Supervisor.
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
DOT Physical ExaminationGuard CardFirearms LicenseDOT Physical CertificationPERC CardDriver's LicenseSkills
Communication SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipOrganizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsSupervising ExperienceSecurity Officer
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardAEDFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicensePERC CardCPRSkills
Public SpeakingTime ManagementSupervising ExperienceLeadershipOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsSecurity Officer
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardOC CertificationClass D SecurityFirst Aid CertificationFirearms LicensePERC CardSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsSupervising ExperienceOrganizational SkillsWorking with StudentsSocial Media Management
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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 51 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: organizational skills, leadership and communication skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for a security officer?
Common licenses or certifications for security officers include: PERC Card, Guard Card and Firearms License.
What are some job titles related to security officers?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to security officers include: armed & unarmed security officer & security officer 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 Chicago, IL, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a security officer?
Most security officers have 24 years of professional experience.
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