Median / Average Pay ($)
- $14.27 / hour (BLS.gov)
- $19.03 / hour (ZipRecruiter.com)
- $19.87 / hour (Talent.com)
- $16.18 / hour (Payscale.com)
Services Provided
- Access Control – Managing a gated perimeter and controlling access to property through identity verification.
- Patrol and Surveillance – Providing a visible presence, either armed or unarmed, in a vehicle or on foot to deter crime.
- Events – Managing crowds, conducting bag checks, and maintaining safety at concerts, conferences, and other large gatherings.
- Emergency Response – Responding to emergency incidents to provide immediate care or protection and alerting authorities.
- Executive Protection and Bodyguards – Safeguarding public figures and high-net-worth or other high-risk individuals.
- Remote Security Monitoring – Surveilling an area using live video feeds and other systems to provide immediate response.