Tactical Security - Access Control in St.Louis, MO

Job title from GardaWorld: Tactical Security - Access Control

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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How the pay compares

This job pays USD 0.94 an hour less than the typical USD 20.00 an hour for security guard jobs in St.Louis, MO (51 jobs that list the pay).

This job pays USD 0.46 an hour more than the typical USD 18.60 an hour for security guard jobs in Missouri (215 jobs that list the pay).

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GardaWorld has 10 more open security guard jobs in St.Louis, MO.

Typical pay at GardaWorld in Missouri: USD 19.00 an hour (37 jobs that list the pay).

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Job description from GardaWorld

GardaWorld Security Services is Now Hiring a Tactical Security Officer!

Ready to suit up as a Tactical Security Guard?

What matters most in a role like this is your ability to read the environment, anticipate risk, and act accordingly. Tell us about how your keen sense of observation is one of your greatest strengths.

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

What’s in it for you:

  • Site Location: St. Louis, MO
  • Set schedule: Full-Time, 2nd Shift, Wednesday through Saturday, 3 p.m. to 11 p.m.
  • Part-Time, 3rd Shift. Friday through Saturday, 11 p.m. to 7 a.m.
  • Competitive hourly wage of $19.06 / Hour (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, paid time off (PTO) policy, paid holidays, disability coverage, and life insurance options
  • Career growth opportunities at GardaWorld
  • Uniform provided at no cost

Responsibilities of Tactical Security Guard

  • Patrol sensitive areas to spot any suspicious activity
  • Verify identities and control access to secure areas
  • React quickly to threats or incidents
  • Check the proper functioning of alarms and cameras
  • Document incidents and actions taken
  • Respond to alarms and conduct on-site checks
  • Collaborate with law enforcement during serious incidents
  • Ensure the safety and protection of individuals and property

Qualifications of Tactical Security Guard

  • Be authorized to work in the U.S.
  • Be able to provide documentation of High School Diploma or GED
  • Be able to ace (and pass) an extensive screening process
  • Must be 21 years of age
  • First aid certification is an asset
  • Ability to stand and walk for the entire shift
  • If you have Security, Military, Law Enforcement experience – even better!
  • You have a state license if required

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 concierge, surveillance, and even casual roles available.

Employment is contingent on the successful completion of a background check and drug screening to be conducted after an offer of employment is extended.

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.

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