Chief Security Guard Jobs in Pennsylvania

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 Operations Supervisor

  • Claysburg, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Claysburg, PA
  • 3 days ago

Supervise and support Security Operations Specialists and provide safety and security to store, corporate employees, and customers by monitoring and responding to alarm signals during shifts....

Security Site Supervisor Full Time

  • Mount Joy, PA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Mount Joy, PA
  • 5 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...

Capital City Mall - Retail Security Supervisor

  • Camp Hill, PA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Camp Hill, PA
  • 14 hours ago

Security Supervisor JOB SUMMARY: Supervision of all employees assigned to the Security department, with full responsibility for performance management of said staff. Manage and oversee all...

Security Supervisor - Philadelphia

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 14 hours ago

Overview Why We Need Your Talents The Security Supervisor is responsible for the supervision of security officers, and processes providing security, and a safe environment while ensuring...

Do you desire to be a part of a supportive team that makes a difference in the lives of children and their families? If you also have exceptional organizational and management skills, then this...

Shift Supervisor - AWPC

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 1 day 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 Hospital Shift Supervisor

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 1 day 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 Shift Supervisor - Parking Authority

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 1 day 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 Shift Supervisor - Unarmed

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 1 day 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 Field Supervisor

  • Fort Washington, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Washington, PA
  • 1 day ago

Objective ** The Security Field Supervisor is a dynamic role responsible for supervising, training, and mentoring Security field technicians, contributing to project management of jobs and...

Warehouse Operations Supervisor

  • Bethlehem, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Bethlehem, PA
  • 2 days ago

... What you'll do... Data and Digital Literacy Possesses knowledge of Data collection modes techniques and tools data analytics To be able to carry out the following responsibilities Articulates...

Warehouse Supervisor - Full Time

  • Gilbertsville, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Gilbertsville, PA
  • 2 days ago

... What you'll do... Data and Digital Literacy Possesses knowledge of Data collection modes techniques and tools data analytics To be able to carry out the following responsibilities Articulates...

Warehouse Supervisor

  • Allentown, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Allentown, PA
  • 2 days ago

... What you'll do... Data and Digital Literacy Possesses knowledge of Data collection modes techniques and tools data analytics To be able to carry out the following responsibilities Articulates...

Distribution Center Supervisor

  • Nazareth, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Nazareth, PA
  • 2 days ago

... What you'll do... Data and Digital Literacy Possesses knowledge of Data collection modes techniques and tools data analytics To be able to carry out the following responsibilities Articulates...

Distribution Center Supervisor - Full Time

  • Breinigsville, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Breinigsville, PA
  • 2 days ago

... What you'll do... Data and Digital Literacy Possesses knowledge of Data collection modes techniques and tools data analytics To be able to carry out the following responsibilities Articulates...

Demographic Data for Pennsylvania

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Salary for Chief Security Guard Jobs in Pennsylvania

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Chief Security Guards in Pennsylvania 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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