Chief Security Guard Jobs in San Diego, CA

A Chief Security Guard plays a critical role in the security industry. Their main responsibility is to oversee the security operations within an organization or facility. This includes developing and implementing security protocols, supervising a team of security personnel, conducting security audits, and responding to security emergencies. They are also responsible for ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal security laws and regulations and often liaise with law enforcement agencies.

Key skills for a Chief Security Guard include strong leadership and communication skills, the ability to respond effectively to high-pressure situations, and a keen understanding of security systems and technologies. They should ideally have certifications such as the Certified Protection Professional (CPP) or Physical Security Professional (PSP) from ASIS International. Prior to becoming a Chief Security Guard, a person might have roles such as Security Guard, Security Officer, or Security Supervisor, gaining experience in various aspects of security operations.

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Vault Supervisor

  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago

card or ability to obtain a guard card or any other required licenses Preferred Qualifications: Supervisory experience in a production environment Cash handling experience in the secure logistics or...

Shift Supervisor Security Officer

  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago

Job Description Pay Rate $23.50/hour Downtown Location Schedule: Wednesday-Sunday (8am-4:30am) Site Requirements: Active CA guard card Valid CA drivers license Comfortable using technology Able to walk...

Safety and Security Supervisor

  • El Cajon, CA (18 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • El Cajon, CA (18 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 8 days ago

management experience One (1) year in a direct supervisory/lead capacity Relevant advanced law enforcement or security training (e.g....

Part Time Security Shift Supervisor

  • San Diego, CA
  • 12 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 12 days ago

Job Description Pay Rate $21.53/hour La Jolla Location Site Requirement: Active CA guard card Minimum of 1 year security experience Excellent computer and customer skills Comfortable using technology...

Security Site Supervisor

  • San Diego, CA
  • 25 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 25 days ago

Job Description Pay Rate $23.76/hour Sorrento Valley Location Site Requirements: Security Supervisor Experience Active California Guard Card Allied Universal is hiring a Site Supervisor....

Security Shift Supervisor - Unarmed

  • San Diego, CA
  • 26 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 26 days ago

Must have an active California Guard Card! Schedule: Overnight schedule! Allied Universal Services is currently searching for a Professional Security Shift Supervisor....

Armed Security Supervisor - Bilingual Spanish.

  • San Ysidro, CA (1 mile from San Diego, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Ysidro, CA (1 mile from San Diego, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

The Armed Security Officer position helps maintain a safe and secure environment for our clients by actively monitoring the premises, including patrolling a variety of locations....

Mobile Security Supervisor- Del Mar

  • Del Mar, CA (17 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Del Mar, CA (17 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

As an Unarmed Security Officer, you are an integral part of the broad spectrum of specialized security services Inter-Con provides its clients every day....

San Diego - Supervisor (67778)

  • San Diego, CA
  • 90+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 90+ days ago

As an Unarmed Security Officer, you are an integral part of the broad spectrum of specialized security services Inter-Con provides its clients every day....

Demographic Data for San Diego, CA

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Salary for Chief Security Guard Jobs in San Diego, CA

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Highest Education Level

Chief Security Guards in San Diego, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
29.1%
Bachelor's Degree
26.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.4%
Associate's Degree
14.3%
Master's Degree
9.6%
Some College
3.2%
Doctorate Degree
1.5%
Some High School
0.9%


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