Chief Security Guard Jobs in Massachusetts

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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This role manages emergency dispatch, CCTV monitoring, alarm monitoring for access control systems, temperature alarms, elevators and other critical systems. Also, maintenance ticket coordination....

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Security Site Supervisor - Norwood, MA

  • Securitas
  • Walpole, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Walpole, MA
  • 1 day ago

Patrolling & Inspections: Conduct regular site inspections and patrols to ensure safety and compliance. Qualifications: Minimum 2 years of security or supervisory experience required....

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Security Shift Supervisor - Unarmed

  • Allied Universal
  • Boston, MA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 6 hours ago

Overview Company 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...

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Site Supervisor

  • Allied Universal Security
  • Boston, MA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 16 hours ago

security surveys and post orders Make recommendations concerning disciplinary action/commendation decisions pertaining to security personnel QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE): Must possess a high school diploma...

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Security - Assistant Security Manager - SE1

  • Parkdean Resorts
  • Wareham, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Wareham, MA
  • 2 days ago

Utilising team members to effectively patrol the park, providing a deterrent and preventing situations where necessary. Ensuring compliance with security assignment instructions....

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Security Shift Supervisor Parcel Site

  • Allied Universal
  • Norwood, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Norwood, MA
  • 2 days ago

Company Overview: Allied Universal, North America's leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic,...

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Juvenile Justice Youth Development Specialist II, Shift Supervisor, Suffolk Detention Unit

  • State of Massachusetts
  • Boston, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 5 days ago

The Department of Youth Services (DYS) is seeking dynamic, positive, and service-minded individuals to fill the role of Juvenile Justice Youth Development Specialist II (JJYDS II). The selected...

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Security Site Supervisor $22-$25

  • Securitas
  • Attleboro, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Attleboro, MA
  • 5 days ago

Ensure all post orders are followed, patrols are completed, and required reports are submitted accurately and on time....

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Security Operations Manager

  • Northeast Security, Inc.
  • Boston, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 5 days ago

Security management is preferred Customer Service Experience preferred. Previous security supervisor experience, or related field/education....

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Mobile Patrol Security Supervisor, Wednesday to Sunday 6pm-2am Millbury, Ma $21.75

  • Northeast Security, Inc.
  • Millbury, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Millbury, MA
  • 5 days ago

Northeast Security is looking for Mobile and Foot Patrol Security Supervisor in the Millbury Area....

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Armed Security Shift Supervisor State

  • Allied Universal
  • Worcester, MA
  • 6 days ago
  • Worcester, MA
  • 6 days ago

An Armed Security Shift Supervisor acts as a liaison between site supervisor, Account Manager/Field Operations Manager and professional security officers....

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Security Supervisor - MA

  • Dreamfields Brand Inc
  • MA
  • 7 days ago
  • MA
  • 7 days ago

Security Supervisor - MA Department: Security Reports to: Regional Security Manager Effective Date: 5/27/2026 Company Overview: DreamFields is one of the top five cannabis companies in the...

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Security Shift Supervisor

  • Allied Universal
  • Northborough, MA
  • 8 days ago
  • Northborough, MA
  • 8 days ago

Management or related field Prior experience in the fire service, law enforcement, and/or military Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) certification Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (...

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Juvenile Justice Youth Development Specialist II, Shift Supervisor, Paul T Leahy

  • Massachusetts Executive Office of Health and Human Services
  • Worcester, MA
  • 8 days ago
  • Worcester, MA
  • 8 days ago

The Department of Youth Services (DYS) is seeking dynamic, positive, and service-minded individuals to fill the role of Juvenile Justice Youth Development Specialist II (JJYDS II) at the Paul T...

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Security Shift Supervisor - Part time

  • United Security, Inc
  • Boston, MA
  • 10 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 10 days ago

Interior and exterior patrols of the property, buildings and facilities, and monitor those areas to ensure Security and Safety. The Supervisor will provide excellent customer service to tenants....

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Demographic Data for Massachusetts

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Salary for Chief Security Guard Jobs in Massachusetts

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Highest Education Level

Chief Security Guards in Massachusetts 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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