Security Guards
Guard, patrol, or monitor premises to prevent theft, violence, or infractions of rules.
About the profession
Guard, patrol, or monitor premises to prevent theft, violence, or infractions of rules. May operate x-ray and metal detector equipment.
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Based on the Security Guards role, here are the RIASEC personality types that tend to thrive in this career. While these alignments are common, individual success depends on motivation, skill development, and finding the right work environment.
Investigative
Research, analysis, problem-solving
Realistic
Hands-on, practical, technical work
Conventional
Organizing, detail-oriented, structured
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Career Path
Your career progression roadmap with salary growth at each level
Career Ladder
Trainee Security Guard → Technician Security Guard → Senior Technician Security Guard → Lead Technician Security Guard
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Salary Growth
4
Levels
57K
Top Salary
8+
Years
Learning Path
Skills you need to develop and courses to get there
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Timeline: 0-2 | Entry Level Base: $28,500 - $35,725/year With equity/bonuses: $31,350 - $42,870 Top markets (SF/NYC): $32,775 - $42,870 Execute core tasks using Active Listening…
Day in Life
Junior vs Senior, daily schedule breakdown
9am, Patrol industrial or commercial premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and ensure security of doors, windows, and gates.
Income Dynamics
Conservative and aggressive scenarios for 10–15 years
Year 1: Entry level $19,950 - $32,153 Year 2-3: Junior level $35,725 - $40,803 Year 4-6: Mid level $40,803 - $44,239 Year 7-10: Senior level $44,239 - $52,684 Year 10+:…
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You find the craft of a Security Guard genuinely interesting, not just a paycheck You enjoy working with Active Listening and Monitoring You communicate clearly with diverse…
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