Security Officers for hire in Houston, TX
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills11%Leadership9%Organizational Skills9%Education level
High school diploma or GED76%Associate's degree13%Bachelor's degree9%Years of experience
More than 10 years70%3-5 years20%1-2 years10%Current company
Allied Universal
DSI Security Services
Inter-Con Security
Time at current job
2-5 years57%1-2 years29%Less than a year14%
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Last updated: Oct 6, 2026
Security Officer: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Houston, TX: $58,197 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $42,668 – $79,378 yearly
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Security Officer
Houston, Texas
Licenses & certifications
TABC CertificationGuard CardConfined Space CertificationFlagger CertificationDriver's LicenseArmed Security License+3 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipAnalysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsSecurity Officer
Houston, Texas
Licenses & certifications
Class DGuard CardFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourCPRSkills
Communication SkillsTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsLeadershipOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingSecurity Officer
Houston, Texas
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardFirearms LicenseDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Occupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourElectrical License+17 moreSkills
Organizational SkillsLeadershipTime ManagementHeavy LiftingPublic SpeakingCommunication SkillsSecurity Officer
Houston, Texas
Licenses & certifications
CPIAEDGuard CardClass D SecurityFirst Aid CertificationFirearms License+5 moreSkills
Private School ExperienceTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsLeadershipOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsSecurity Officer
Houston, Texas
Licenses & certifications
Chauffeur's PermitCertified Payroll ProfessionalRBT CertificationLicensed Behavior AnalystPayrollDispatching+22 moreSkills
Barista ExperienceAnalysis SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsLive-In Employment ExperienceLeadershipSecurity Officer
Houston, Texas
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardAEDFirst Aid CertificationFirearms LicenseDriver's LicenseCPR+6 moreSkills
Organizational SkillsLeadershipHeavy LiftingEMT ExperienceHost/Hostess ExperienceCustomer Support
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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 48 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 organizational skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for security officers?
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: transit security officer.
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 Houston, TX, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a security officer?
Most security officers have 18 years of professional experience.
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