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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Operations Field Supervisor

  • Blue Bell, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Blue Bell, PA
  • 1 day ago

The Operations Field Manager is responsible for overseeing and coordinating activities relating to the protection of client assets, ensuring that all posts are properly staffed and all personnel...

Security Shift Supervisor Evenings

  • Hershey, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Hershey, 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 Site Supervisor Full Time

  • Newville, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Newville, 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 Site Supervisor - Wharton

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

  • King of Prussia, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • King of Prussia, PA
  • 1 day ago

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

Security Shift Supervisor Weekends Overnights

  • Elizabethtown, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Elizabethtown, PA
  • 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...

Philadelphia Premium Outlets - Retail Security Supervisor

  • Limerick, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Limerick, PA
  • 3 days 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...

Pocono Premium Outlet - Retail Security Supervisor

  • Tannersville, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Tannersville, PA
  • 3 days 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...

South Hills Village - Retail Security Supervisor

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 3 days 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...

Lehigh Valley Mall - Retail Security Supervisor

  • Whitehall, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Whitehall, PA
  • 3 days 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...

Concierge Security Site Supervisor

  • Cranberry Twp, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Cranberry Twp, PA
  • 4 days ago

GardaWorld Uniform provided at no cost Responsibilities of a Concierge Security Guard Customer service duties like welcoming, verifying identity, and guiding visitors Manage access control Perform regular patrols...

Security Site Supervisor - Scheduling Payroll

  • Gouldsboro, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Gouldsboro, PA
  • 4 days 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 & Security Supervisor

  • PA
  • 4 days ago
  • PA
  • 4 days ago

Conduct regular patrols to assess security risks, detect signs of intrusion, unauthorized access, or safety hazards....

Security Site Supervisor - University of Penn

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 5 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 5 days 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 Site Supervisor - University Of Penn...

Shift Supervisor - AWPC

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 7 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 7 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...

Demographic Data for Pennsylvania

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


Local
National
13,002,700
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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
29.2%
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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