How To Be A Security Officer? (TOP 5 Tips)

How to become a security officer

1. Obtain a high school degree. All security officers must be at least 18 years old and have their high school diploma or an equivalent.
2. Go through pre-job training. After applying for a job, you will need to complete the required training.
3. Pass a background check.
4. Get a security license.

What does it take to be a security officer?

You must be over 18 years of age, obtain a National Police Certificate and hold a current Provide First Aid Certificate. People involved in security work usually need a drivers licence. Security officers working in licensed venues (where alcohol is served) will need a Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) certificate.

How long does it take to become a security officer?

Note: The minimum timeframe for a complete application to be processed is approximately 6 to 8 weeks and SMS and emails are used to communicate with you throughout the process.

Can anyone be a security officer?

There are no specific requirements to become a security officer/guard. However, you need a Certificate of Approval issued by the Ministry of Justice to work.

Is security a good career?

A job as a security guard can be anything you want it to be: a reliable career choice, an exciting opportunity to help people, or a stepping stone to other pursuits. Whichever you choose, becoming a security officer can put you on the road to success.

What is the highest paying security job?

Top 10 Highest-Paying Security Careers for 2020

1. Chief Information Security Officer.
2. Security Architect.
3. Risk Manager.
4. Systems, Network, and/or Web Penetration Tester.
5. Network Security Engineer.
6. Network Security Administrator.
7. Cyber Crime Investigator.
8. Information Security Analyst.

How do I get a CCTV Licence?

How to apply for the SIA Licence

1. ✅ Pass the CCTV Operator Training Course.
2. ✅Complete the licence application on the SIA website.
3. ✅ Complete identity checks.
4. ✅Submit application and wait for the SIA to complete identity and criminal background checks.
5. ✅ Receive your 3 year licence in the post.

How much a security guard get paid?

According to the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics (updated in May 2019), the hourly wage for security guards ranges from $10.17 to $24.19. The median hourly wage in the United States is $14.27. The annual wage for security guards ranges from $21,150 to $50,310.

Can security guards make good money?

How Much Does a Security Guard Make? Security Guards made a median salary of $29,680 in 2019. The best-paid 25 percent made $37,950 that year, while the lowest-paid 25 percent made $24,650.