Chief Security Guard Jobs in Cranbury, NJ

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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Safety Supervisor

  • Piscataway, NJ (16 miles from Cranbury, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Piscataway, NJ (16 miles from Cranbury, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago

We are looking for a Quality, Safety, Health, and Environmental (QSHE) Manager to handle the implementation, related systems, compliance, audits, and action outcomes for our distribution facility...

Security Shift Supervisor

  • Ewing, NJ (14 miles from Cranbury, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Ewing, NJ (14 miles from Cranbury, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago

Location Radius Radius 5 miles 15 miles 25 miles 35 miles 50 miles Search Jobs FIND CAREERS NEAR YOU > Secure A Career That's Committed To You Security Shift Supervisor Security Shift Supervisor...

Health and safety Supervisor - SSHO 1

  • Edison, NJ (15 miles from Cranbury, NJ)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Edison, NJ (15 miles from Cranbury, NJ)
  • 13 hours ago

Location: Various Air Force and Air National Guard installations. One project covers installations in TX, OK, AR and LA. The other project covers installations in MI, IL, IN, OH, NY, PA, ME, NJ,...

Security Shift Supervisor

  • Trenton, NJ (13 miles from Cranbury, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Trenton, NJ (13 miles from Cranbury, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

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, welcoming, and...

Safety Supervisor FL-Q

  • Piscataway, NJ (16 miles from Cranbury, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Piscataway, NJ (16 miles from Cranbury, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

We are looking for a Quality, Safety, Health, and Environmental (QSHE) Manager to handle the implementation, related systems, compliance, audits, and action outcomes for our distribution facility...

Security Site Supervisor - Weekdays Day Shift

  • Bristol, PA (21 miles from Cranbury, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bristol, PA (21 miles from Cranbury, NJ)
  • 2 days 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...

Experienced Shift Supervisor - Bordentown, NJ BONUS

  • Bordentown, NJ (19 miles from Cranbury, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bordentown, NJ (19 miles from Cranbury, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

management, or related fields....

Security Supervisor -32943

  • Florence, NJ (20 miles from Cranbury, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • Florence, NJ (20 miles from Cranbury, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

Position Objective Company Overview: Harvard Protection Services is one of the fastest growing, privately owned provider of high-quality security services in the United States. We are an industry...

Security Site Supervisor - Weekdays Dayshift

  • Bristol, PA (21 miles from Cranbury, NJ)
  • 13 days ago
  • Bristol, PA (21 miles from Cranbury, NJ)
  • 13 days 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 Supervisor -32861 (Blue Seal Required)-32861

  • Trenton, NJ (13 miles from Cranbury, NJ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (13 miles from Cranbury, NJ)
  • 15 days ago

Position Objective Company Overview: Harvard Protection Services is one of the fastest growing, privately owned provider of high-quality security services in the United States. We are an industry...

Site Supervisor - $25/hr (New Position)

  • Burlington, NJ (23 miles from Cranbury, NJ)
  • 21 days ago
  • Burlington, NJ (23 miles from Cranbury, NJ)
  • 21 days ago

Conduct site inspections and patrols to monitor safety and compliance. Respond promptly to incidents, alarms, or emergencies and generate accurate reports....

Security Sergeant - Full Time - Evening - New Brunswick Main

  • New Brunswick, NJ (12 miles from Cranbury, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (12 miles from Cranbury, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Benefits and Perks: Medical/Dental/Vision plans 401 (k) PTO Short & Long Term Disability Basic Life & Accidental Death Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending...

Area Supervisor

  • East Windsor, NJ
  • 90+ days ago
  • East Windsor, NJ
  • 90+ days ago

Our values start with our people, join a team that values you! We are the nation's largest off-price retailer with over 2,000 stores, and a strong track record of success and growth. Our focus has...

Demographic Data for Cranbury, NJ

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Certified Chief Security Officer
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Salary for Chief Security Guard Jobs in Cranbury, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Chief Security Guards in Cranbury, NJ 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
3.2%
Doctorate Degree
1.5%
Some High School
0.9%


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