Security Guard resume example
Security employers need to see your licence, the sites you have worked and that you stay calm and alert. This security guard resume example covers those points in a short, clear format.
Called a CV in the UK, Ireland, India, Africa, Australia and many other places, and a resume in North America. The layout below works for both.
Samuel Okafor
Licensed Security Officer | Retail, Corporate and Event Security
Johannesburg, South Africa samuel.okafor@example.com
Summary
Licensed security officer with six years protecting retail, corporate and event sites. Alert, calm in difficult situations and confident with CCTV, access control and incident reports. Available for day, night and weekend shifts.
Skills
- Access control
- CCTV monitoring
- Patrols and site checks
- Incident and occurrence reports
- Conflict management
- Emergency and evacuation procedures
- First aid
- Customer service
- Radio communication
- Loss prevention
Experience
Security Officer
Mar 2021 to Present
Shield Guard Services, Johannesburg, South Africa
- Guard a shopping centre with 120 stores and around 25,000 visitors a day.
- Helped reduce reported shoplifting incidents by about 20% through visible patrols and CCTV work.
- Completed 300+ clear incident reports used by management and, when needed, police.
- Act as shift leader for 6 officers on weekend nights.
Security Guard
Jan 2018 to Feb 2021
Metro Event Security, Pretoria, South Africa
- Worked crowd control at 50+ concerts, sports and corporate events.
- Checked bags and tickets for up to 2,000 guests per event.
- Gave first aid at events while waiting for medical teams.
Education
National Senior CertificatePhakama Secondary School, Johannesburg, South Africa
2017
Certifications
- Security officer registration (Grade B)
- First Aid Level 1
- Fire Marshal Training
Languages
English (fluent) · isiZulu (fluent) · Igbo (conversational)
This example is fictional: the person, employers and figures are invented to show good structure. Use it as a guide and write your own, true details.
What makes this resume work
- 1Licence grade is in the certifications section and the headline says licensed.
- 2Site size and visitor numbers show the level of responsibility.
- 3Report writing is highlighted, an often overlooked but important skill in security.
- 4Shift availability is included up front.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Leaving out your licence or registration details.
- Describing the job as "standing at the door" instead of the real duties and results.
- Not mentioning first aid or fire safety training.
Applying for a security guard job?
Pair your resume with a short, specific cover letter. See the security guard cover letter example, or draft your own with the cover letter generator.
Questions people ask
Do I need a licence to work in security?
In most countries, yes. The licence or registration type depends on the role. List your licence clearly and check the local regulator's requirements before applying.
What makes a security resume stand out?
Clear licences, the types of sites you have protected, incident handling and report writing, and any leadership or first aid experience.