Security Officers for hire in Memphis, TN
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills11%Leadership9%Organizational Skills7%Education level
High school diploma or GED80%Associate's degree8%Bachelor's degree6%Years of experience
3-5 years12%6-10 years18%More than 10 years70%Current company
Allied Universal
Clarion SecurityAmerican Guard Services
Time at current job
Less than a year10%1-2 years24%2-5 years41%
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Last updated: Aug 12, 2026
Security Officer: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Memphis, TN: $58,718 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $37,878 – $91,022 yearly
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Armed Security Officer
Memphis, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
Class DGuard CardF EndorsementDoubles/Triples EndorsementFirearms LicenseDriver's LicenseSkills
Communication SkillsHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsRF ScannerDrivingArmed Security Officer
Memphis, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
Class DGuard CardOC CertificationFirearms LicensePERC CardDriver's LicenseSkills
Supervising ExperienceHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsWorkplace Hazardous Materials Information SystemsFast Casual ExperienceStrategic PlanningSecurity Officer
Memphis, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
State-Specific Police Officer CertificationClass DAEDGuard CardClass D SecurityFirst Aid CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsLeadershipSupervising ExperienceOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingWriting SkillsSecurity Officer
Memphis, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CCPRCompTIA A+Skills
Host/Hostess ExperienceHeavy LiftingTime ManagementFast Casual ExperienceBarbecueLeadershipSecurity Officer
Memphis, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
Class DTABC CertificationOC CertificationGuard CardFirearms LicenseLoss Prevention QualifiedSkills
Communication SkillsTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsLeadershipSupervising ExperienceUnarmed Security Officer
Memphis, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardProviding Care for ClientsPatient Personal Care AssistancePatient CareDriver's LicenseBathing AssistanceSkills
Communication SkillsLeadershipOrganizational SkillsMicrosoft PowerpointMicrosoft WordComputer Operation
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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 50 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 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 and unarmed 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 Memphis, TN, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a Security Officer?
Most security officers have 17 years of professional experience.
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