Security Officers for hire in New York, NY

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    33,068

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills
    12%
    Leadership
    6%
    Organizational Skills
    6%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED
    73%
    Associate's degree
    11%
    Bachelor's degree
    9%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years
    60%
    3-5 years
    20%
    1-2 years
    10%
  • Current company

    • Allied Universal
    • Inter-Con Security
    • Allied Universal Security Services, Systems and Solutions
  • Time at current job

    1-2 years
    43%
    2-5 years
    43%
    More than 5 years
    14%

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Last updated: Nov 13, 2026

Security Officer: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in New York, NY: $74,465 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $51,241 – $108,214 yearly
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  • Fire Guard Security Officer

    New York, New York State

    Licenses & certifications

    Class DTanker EndorsementTeaching CertificationEMT CertificationF EndorsementCertified Pool Operator+22 more

    Skills

    Communication SkillsLeadershipOrganizational SkillsPublic SpeakingTime ManagementHeavy Lifting
  • Security Officer

    New York, New York State

    Licenses & certifications

    CHHAGuard CardFirearms LicenseLoss Prevention QualifiedOSHA 10Occupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-Hour+13 more

    Skills

    Analysis SkillsCommunication SkillsEMT ExperienceHeavy LiftingLeadershipOrganizational Skills
  • Security Officer/Supervisor

    Brooklyn, New York State

    Licenses & certifications

    Guard CardAEDClass D SecurityCISSPFirst Aid CertificationPMP+2 more

    Skills

    Assistant Manager ExperienceCommunication SkillsLeadershipOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementInventory Management
  • Security Officer

    New York, New York State

    Licenses & certifications

    CHHASeries 7Guard CardPERC CardLoss Prevention QualifiedOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-Hour+15 more

    Skills

    Organizational SkillsTime ManagementCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsPersonal Assistant ExperienceHeavy Lifting
  • Vehicle patrol security officer

    New York, New York State

    Licenses & certifications

    Guard CardAEDBaton PermitDriver's LicenseCPRArmed Security License+1 more

    Skills

    LeadershipPresentation SkillsPublic SpeakingTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsCommunication Skills
  • Security Officer

    Ozone Park, New York State

    Licenses & certifications

    Guard CardAEDCPIClass D SecurityFirst Aid CertificationFirearms License+4 more

    Skills

    Communication SkillsAnalysis SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingBilingual

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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: 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 CPR.

What are some job titles related to security officers?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to security officers include: vehicle patrol security officer, fire guard security officer and 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 New York, NY, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a security officer?

Most security officers have 14 years of professional experience.

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