Security Officer Job in Silicon Valley, CA
Job title from GardaWorld: Flex Security Officer - Now Hiring!
Source: GardaWorld job site (securityjobsus.garda.com). This job is posted on the company's own site; we last checked it on Oct 21, 2026.
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License in California
To work as a security guard in California you need the Security Guard Registration (guard card), issued by the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS), California Department of Consumer Affairs.
Minimum age: 18.
How the pay compares
This job pays USD 1.50 an hour more than the typical USD 22.00 an hour for security guard jobs in California (1329 jobs that list the pay).
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About GardaWorld here
Typical pay at GardaWorld in California: USD 21.63 an hour (127 jobs that list the pay).
Job description from GardaWorld
GardaWorld Security Services is Now Hiring a Flex Security Guard - All Shifts!
Ready to suit up as a Flex Security Guard - All Shifts?
Preferably is 21 years of age
Preferably has three plus months of security experience
Preferably has an active driver's license
Must be flexible and available to work any day of the week and any shift (day, swing, or overnight) as scheduling needs may vary.
Please include your most up to date security resume
What matters most in a role like this is your ability to adapt from one mission to the next. Tell us about how you embrace change and thrive in the heart of the action.
As a Flex Security Officer – Response, your role will vary depending on the day and special event. Whether it’s customer service, patrols, or surveillance, we need you to adapt with agility and precision.
What’s in it for you:
- Site Location: Silicon Valley, CA (Site locations will include San Jose, Sunnyvale, Mountain View, Santa Clara, Palo Alto, Fremont, Milpitas, Gilroy, Santa Cruz, Hollister, Salinas and Monterey)
- Set schedule: Candidates must be flexible and available to work any day of the week and any shift (day, swing, or overnight) as scheduling needs may vary.
- Competitive hourly wage of $19 - $28 / hour [depending on site pay rate] (DailyPay is available for GardaWorld employees!)
- A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, a 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions, disability coverage, and life insurance options
- Career growth opportunities at GardaWorld
- Uniform provided at no cost
Responsibilities for Response Security Guard:
- Monitor the premises to ensure security
- Conduct patrols to spot any suspicious activity
- Control access points and verify identities
- Respond quickly to incidents or potential threats
- Provide excellent customer service while maintaining security
- Write detailed reports on events and incidents
- Collaborate with authorities during serious situations
- Ensure the safety and protection of individuals and property
Qualifications for Response Security Guard:
- You have a state security license and additional 32hr. BSIS security trainings (Additional security trainings can be obtained during the hiring process)
- Be authorized to work in the U.S.
- Be able to provide documentation of High School Diploma or GED
- Preferably is 21 years of age
- Preferably has three plus months of security experience
- Preferably has an active driver's license
- Must be flexible and available to work any day of the week and any shift (day, swing, or overnight) as scheduling needs may vary.
- Please include your most up to date security resume
- Ability to think quickly and adapt to changing situations
- Responsive and strong problem solving skills
- If you have Security, Military, Law Enforcement experience – even better!
In the United States, GardaWorld Security remains the only guarding security company to be Certified by Great Place to Work. Apply today – this could be more than a job! 26% of our corporate employees started as frontline workers.
If you’re ambitious with an entrepreneurial spirit – someone who wants to be a GardaWorld Ambassador – a promising career awaits you!
GardaWorld Security is a global champion in sophisticated and tailored security solutions, employing and training highly skilled and dedicated professionals across the globe.
Not the job for you? Make sure to check out all our jobs! We also have tactical, surveillance, and concierge roles available.
It is the policy of GardaWorld Security Services to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability in accordance with applicable federal laws. In addition, GardaWorld Security Services complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to hiring, placement, assignment, promotion, termination, layoffs, recalls, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. It is also the policy of GardaWorld Security Services not to honor requests that employees be assigned on the basis of sex or any other classification protected by law, unless such request is based on a bona fide occupational qualification for that assignment.
GardaWorld Security Services of California, Inc.
CA Private Patrol Number 16344
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