Chief Security Guard Jobs in Kentucky

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 Supervisor-Full Time

  • Murray, KY
  • 6 hours ago
  • Murray, KY
  • 6 hours ago

The Security Supervisor is responsible for supervising, assigning, and evaluating the activities of security officers in the absence of the Security Coordinator/Manager. Also responsible for the...

Security Shift Supervisor All Shifts

  • Walton, KY
  • 10 hours ago
  • Walton, KY
  • 10 hours ago

Overview Allied Universal, North Americas leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and...

Security Site Supervisor 1st Shift

  • Walton, KY
  • 10 hours ago
  • Walton, KY
  • 10 hours ago

Overview Allied Universal, North Americas leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and...

Security Site Supervisor - Unarmed

  • Nicholasville, KY
  • 10 hours ago
  • Nicholasville, KY
  • 10 hours ago

Overview Allied Universal, North Americas leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and...

Surveillance Security Supervisor

  • Versailles, KY
  • 4 days ago
  • Versailles, KY
  • 4 days ago

Supervisor Monitor security systems to detect any suspicious activity Document observed events and incidents, writing detailed reports Respond quickly to incidents or potential threats Conduct regular patrols...

Security Site Supervisor

  • Owensboro, KY
  • 5 days ago
  • Owensboro, KY
  • 5 days ago

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

Security Supervisor

  • Florence, KY
  • 6 days ago
  • Florence, KY
  • 6 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY Site Supervisors monitor and direct staff as necessary, perform administrative tasks including timekeeping, and report tracking. Provides close supervision of personnel/security...

Safety & Security Supervisor Contract

  • Erlanger, KY
  • 6 days ago
  • Erlanger, KY
  • 6 days ago

Work to ensure there are no gaps in guard coverage Conduct physical security, camera system and access control checks to ensure compliance....

Security Shift Supervisor

  • Newport, KY
  • 7 days ago
  • Newport, KY
  • 7 days ago

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

Damage Prevention Supervisor - Clay City, KY

  • Clay City, KY
  • 13 days ago
  • Clay City, KY
  • 13 days ago

purpose: Responsible for supervising the regional Company Pipeline Damage Prevention program which includes line locating, programs for public awareness, coordinating work group activities including patrolling...

Security Shift Supervisor

  • Louisville, KY
  • 14 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 14 days ago

Overview Allied Universal, North Americas leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers that give you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, diverse and...

Security Supervisor - Part Time

  • Shepherdsville, KY
  • 14 days ago
  • Shepherdsville, KY
  • 14 days ago

security surveys and post orders Make recommendations for positive and negative personnel actions for those under their direct supervision Oversee staffing, scheduling and on-site training for security...

Security Shift Supervisor 2nd Shift

  • Walton, KY
  • 18 days ago
  • Walton, KY
  • 18 days ago

Overview Allied Universal, North Americas leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers that give you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, diverse and...

Construction Safety Supervisor

  • Louisville, KY
  • 19 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 19 days ago

Summary: Seeking a Construction Safety Supervisor to ensure workplace safety through program implementation, inspections, training, and compliance with regulations. Requirements: Associate or...

Logistics Security Supervisor ( Mon-Fri ; 7am-3pm)$23.00/Hour Weekly Payy

  • Louisville, KY
  • 21 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 21 days ago

Maintaining all patrol / fleet vehicles and equipment utilized in performance of the security function on the site....

Demographic Data for Kentucky

Moving to Kentucky? Find some basic demographic data about Kentucky below.


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Salary for Chief Security Guard Jobs in Kentucky

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Chief Security Guard positions.



Highest Education Level

Chief Security Guards in Kentucky offer the following education background
High School or GED
29.2%
Bachelor's Degree
25.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.4%
Associate's Degree
14.3%
Master's Degree
9.5%
Some College
3.3%
Doctorate Degree
1.5%
Some High School
0.9%


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