Chief Security Guard Jobs in Virginia

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 Shift Supervisor - Unarmed

  • Chester, VA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Chester, VA
  • 18 hours ago

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

Surveillance Security Supervisor

  • Springfield, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Springfield, VA
  • 1 day ago

Other responsibilities that will be assigned by the account manager and client Qualifications of Surveillance Security Supervisor Must have a valid driver's license for vehicle patrols!...

Armed Security Team Supervisor

  • Reston, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Reston, VA
  • 1 day ago

Job Description: Vaxcom Services, Inc (a Parsons company)is looking for an amazingly talented Armed Security Team Supervisor to join our team! A Top Secret/SCI with Polygraph is required....

Supervisory CBP Officer (Watch Commander)

  • Sterling, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sterling, VA
  • 1 day ago

Summary Organizational Location: This position is with the Department of Homeland Security, within U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations; National Targeting Center -...

Security Shift Supervisor - Unarmed

  • Glen Allen, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Glen Allen, VA
  • 2 days ago

Hourly Pay Rate $19.00 / per hour Part Time 2+ Years of Prior Security, Corrections, Law Enforcement or Military Experience RequiredActive Virginia DCJS Unarmed Security License Preferred Work for a...

Supervisory CBP Officer (Watch Commander)

  • Sterling, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Sterling, VA
  • 2 days ago

Organizational Location: This position is with the Department of Homeland Security, within U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations; National Targeting Center - Counter...

Security Site Supervisor - Unarmed

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 3 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...

Field Safety Supervisor

  • Richmond, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 3 days ago

Field Safety Supervisor Beitzel Corporation - 4.3 Richmond, VA Job Details Full-time $75,000 - $105,000 a year 9 hours ago Qualifications Microsoft Powerpoint Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel...

Site Supervisor - 3rd Shift - $23.00/hr (#99)

  • Eagle Rock, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Eagle Rock, VA
  • 3 days ago

Site Supervisor - 3rd Shift - $23.00/hr (#99) Eagle Rock, VA, United States of America $23.00 -$23.00 BackApply Now Back Apply Now Overview Join one of the fastest-growing and largest privately...

Security Site Supervisor - Secret Clearance Required

  • Chantilly, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Chantilly, VA
  • 5 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...

Retail Operations Supervisor

  • North, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • North, VA
  • 5 days ago

About this position: Department: Retail Location (City/State): Northern Virginia, VA Employment Type: Full Time About us: Security Industry Specialists, Inc. (SIS) provides security solutions to...

Family Safety Supervisor I

  • Fairfax, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA
  • 6 days ago

Family Safety Supervisor I Print ( Apply Family Safety Supervisor I Salary $81,382.29 - $135,637.01 Annually Location ALEXANDRIA (KP10), VA Job Type FT Salary W BN Job Number 25-00662 Department...

Safety Supervisor

  • Chatham, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Chatham, VA
  • 6 days ago

Safety Supervisor Needed! Now Hiring a Solar Manager to assist with Safety and help run the project. (6-Month Contract) - local project Chatham VA area. We are seeking a Solar Safety Manager for a...

Tactical Security Officer - Supervisor (Richmond)

  • North Chesterfield, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • North Chesterfield, VA
  • 7 days ago

As a Security Supervisor - Tactical, physical ability is essential as you will be moving around your entire shift, patrolling environments such as retail stores, airports, detention centers, etc....

Family Safety Supervisor I

  • Alexandria, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Alexandria, VA
  • 7 days ago

This is a leadership position and is accountable for critical decisions that are vital to the protection of children. Provides day-to-day management of a unit of caseworkers (social services...

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Chief Security Guard Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Chief Security Guard Jobs in Virginia

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Highest Education Level

Chief Security Guards in Virginia offer the following education background
High School or GED
29.3%
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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