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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Security High-End Commercial Site Supervisor

  • Allied Universal
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

Active California guard card Previous Contract Security, facilities management, military or law enforcement experience At least 2 years of business management/operations/supervisory experience (depending...

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Security Site Supervisor - DoD Clearance Required

  • Allied Universal
  • San Diego, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 5 days ago

Schedule: Monday-Friday / 6am-2pm SITE REQUIRMENTS: Must have active DoD clearance Must have active CA guard card Security supervisor experience for a year or more Excellent customer service Now offering...

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Site Supervisor

  • Allied Universal
  • Rcho Santa Fe, CA (21 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Rcho Santa Fe, CA (21 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 5 days ago

QUALIFICATIONS: Possess a California Driver's License Must have or be able to obtain a California guard card Must have or be able to obtain First Aid/CPR/AED certifications Must have 1 to 2 years of...

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Security Site Supervisor - Residential

  • Allied Universal
  • San Diego, CA
  • 11 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 11 days ago

Security Supervisor needed for Mission Valley Location - Residential Pay Rate $24.00 - $28.00 /hr Schedule: Monday-Friday / 8am-5pm Weekly Pay Requirements: Must have a current CA Guard Card with training...

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Security Overnight Shift Supervisor - Biotech Company

  • Allied Universal
  • San Diego, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 13 days ago

Must have active CA guard card! Schedule: Monday-Friday / 10pm-6am Now offering weekly and daily pay Allied Universal Services is currently searching for a Professional Security Shift Supervisor....

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Healthcare Assistant Security Manager - San Diego, CA

  • Blackstone Consulting, Inc.
  • San Diego, CA
  • 14 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 14 days ago

Card...

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Security Shift Supervisor - Unarmed

  • Allied Universal
  • Chula Vista, CA (7 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Chula Vista, CA (7 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 15 days ago

Site requirments: Must have active CA guard card Must have valid CA drivers license A year or more of security supervisor experience Now offering weekly and daily pay Allied Universal Services is currently...

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System Safety Supervisor

  • General Atomics
  • Poway, CA (21 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Poway, CA (21 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 19 days ago

55236BR System Safety Supervisor General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Poway California Job Summary General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world...

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Security Site Supervisor - Truckyard

  • Allied Universal
  • San Diego, CA
  • 21 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 21 days ago

Must have active CA guard card!...

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Site Security Supervisor - Downtown

  • Securitas Inc.
  • San Diego, CA
  • 29 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 29 days ago

Knowledge of security operations with an emphasis on patrol, inspection and response services. Knowledge of supervisory practices and procedures....

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Security Site Supervisor

  • Allied Universal
  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Schedule: Wednesday-Sunday / 6am-2pm Site Requirements: Must have active CA guard card A year or more of security supervisor experience Comfortable using technology Now offering weekly and daily pay...

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Security Operations Manager / MCAS Miramar, CA.

  • Lockheed Martin
  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Personnel Security (PERSEC) Collateral Security, Security Education and Training (SETA), Access Control, Media Control, Construction Security Management, and Squadron deployment support....

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Security Shift Supervisor - Truckyard

  • Allied Universal
  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Must have active CA guard card! Must have open availibility! Now offering weekly and daily pay Allied Universal Services is currently searching for a Professional Security Shift Supervisor....

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Site Security Supervisor

  • Dexcom
  • San Diego, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 45+ days ago

Where you come in: You oversee daily physical security operations, including guard force management, lobby operations, patrols, and access control oversight....

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Shift Supervisor (82810)

  • Inter-Con Security Systems Inc.
  • San Diego, CA
  • 60+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 60+ days ago

card or BSIS Certified and First Aid CPR/AED Certified – required....

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Demographic Data for San Diego, CA

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Salary for Chief Security Guard Jobs in San Diego, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Chief Security Guards in San Diego, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
28.6%
Bachelor's Degree
26.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.4%
Associate's Degree
14.4%
Master's Degree
9.7%
Some College
3.2%
Doctorate Degree
1.5%
Some High School
0.9%


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