Lead Security Officer - Surveillance

Garda World Security; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage $25/hr

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Paid holidays

Disability coverage

Life insurance

Uniform provided

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

GardaWorld Security Services in San Francisco, CA is seeking a Lead Security Officer - Surveillance to oversee security operations and monitor surveillance systems. The role emphasizes vigilance, detailed reporting, and proactive threat detection to protect people and property.

The ideal candidate has BSIS licenses, 1+ year security experience, and strong customer service skills. Competitive $25/hour wage, full-time shifts, benefits, and uniform provided are included.

Qualifications

• Must hold a state security license (BSIS Guard Card) and complete 32h BSIS trainings.
• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 6 months supervisory security experience.
• Minimum 1 year security experience.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the premises to ensure security.
• Conduct patrols on foot or in a vehicle to spot suspicious activity.
• Write detailed incident reports.
• Respond quickly to incidents or threats.
• Control access to secure areas and verify visitor identities.
• Analyze security systems for vulnerabilities or malfunctions.
• Provide excellent customer service while maintaining security.
• Coordinate with law enforcement in emergencies.
• Ensure safety of people and property.

Skills

Observation skills

Report writing

Customer service

Technology proficiency

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Access control procedures

Security systems proficiency

Job description

GardaWorld Security Services is Now Hiring a Lead Security Officer - Surveillance

Ready to suit up as a Lead Security Officer - Surveillance?

What matters most about a role like this is your sharp eye, capturing every detail as you patrol the site. Tell us about your strong observation skills with attention to detail.

As a Lead Security Officer – Surveillance, you will be the person spotting threats or hazards before they escalated in environments such as a security operations centers, call centers, parking gatehouses, etc.

What’s in it for you:

• Site Location: San Francisco, CA
• Schedule: Full-Time Shifts available for Day Shift (Shift details will be discussed during the interview process)
• Competitive hourly wage of $25.00 per 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 holidays, disability coverage, and life insurance options
• Career growth opportunities at GardaWorld
• Uniform provided at no cost

Responsibilities of a Lead Security Officer - Surveillance

• Monitor the premises to ensure security
• Conduct patrols, on foot or in a company vehicle, to spot any suspicious activity
• Document observed events and incidents, writing detailed reports
• Respond quickly to incidents or potential threats
• Control access to secure areas and verify the identities of visitors
• Analyze security systems to identify potential vulnerabilities or malfunctions
• Provide excellent customer service while maintaining security
• Collaborate with law enforcement in case of serious situations or emergencies
• Ensure the safety and protection of individuals and property

Qualifications for Lead Security Officer - Surveillance

• You have a state security license (BSIS Guard Card) 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
• Must have at least 6 months of security supervisory experience
• Must have at least 1 year of security experience
• Must have strong report writing skills
• Must be familiar with access control procedures
• High level of customer service skills / experience
• Sharp visual activity and exceptional concentration skills
• Strong proficiency with technology
• 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. 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 even casual 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