98% Job Placement Rate

Security Guard Jobs
in Georgia

Georgia's security industry is booming. With the right training and certification from Private Eye Protection Academy, you'll have access to thousands of security positions across Fulton, Gwinnett, and Cobb counties. Start your career today.

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13%

Industry Growth Rate

$15-25/hr

Average Starting Pay

10,000+

Open Positions in GA

98%

Our Placement Rate

Types of Security Guard Jobs in Georgia

A security guard certification from Private Eye Protection Academy opens doors to diverse career paths. Here are the most in-demand positions across metro Atlanta.

Corporate Security Officer

$17-25/hr

Protect corporate offices, manage access control, and ensure safety at Fortune 500 companies and business parks throughout Atlanta.

Unarmed or Armed

Armed Security Guard

$20-30/hr

Higher-paying positions at banks, jewelry stores, government buildings, and high-value facilities requiring firearms certification.

Armed Required

Retail Loss Prevention

$15-22/hr

Prevent theft and protect assets at retail stores, shopping centers, and malls across Fulton, Gwinnett, and Cobb counties.

Unarmed

Event & Venue Security

$18-28/hr

Work at concerts, sporting events, festivals, and conferences at venues like Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Truist Park, and Gas South Arena.

Unarmed or Armed

Hospital & Healthcare

$16-24/hr

Protect patients, staff, and visitors at hospitals, medical centers, and healthcare facilities throughout the metro area.

Unarmed or Armed

Residential & HOA Patrol

$15-22/hr

Patrol gated communities, apartment complexes, and HOA properties. Growing demand in Johns Creek, Sandy Springs, and Peachtree Corners.

Unarmed

Construction Site Security

$16-23/hr

Protect construction sites, equipment, and materials. Atlanta's building boom means constant demand for construction security.

Unarmed

Warehouse & Distribution

$16-24/hr

Secure warehouses, fulfillment centers, and distribution hubs. High demand in Union City, Fairburn, and College Park areas.

Unarmed

Executive Protection

$25-50+/hr

Premium positions protecting executives, celebrities, and VIPs. Requires advanced training and both unarmed and armed certifications.

Armed Required

How to Land a Security Guard Job in Georgia

1

Get Certified

Complete your unarmed and/or armed security guard training at Private Eye Protection Academy. Our state-certified programs meet all Georgia requirements.

2

Choose Your Specialty

Decide which type of security work interests you most — corporate, event, healthcare, armed, residential, or another specialty.

3

Access Our Job Network

As a PEP Academy graduate, you gain access to our employer network spanning Fulton, Gwinnett, and Cobb counties. We connect you with companies actively hiring.

4

Start Your Career

With your certification in hand and our placement assistance, you'll be working in the security industry quickly. Our 98% placement rate speaks for itself.

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Security Guard Salary in Georgia

Position

Hourly Range

Annual Estimate

Unarmed Guard (Entry)

$14-18

$29K-37K

Unarmed Guard (Experienced)

$17-22

$35K-46K

Armed Guard (Entry)

$18-24

$37K-50K

Armed Guard (Experienced)

$22-30

$46K-62K

Supervisor / Lead

$25-35

$52K-73K

Executive Protection

$30-50+

$62K-104K+

*Salary estimates based on Georgia market data. Actual pay varies by employer, location, and experience.

Ready to Start Earning as a Security Guard?

The first step to a rewarding security career is getting certified. Private Eye Protection Academy trains and places more security guards than any other school in metro Atlanta.

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Start Your Security Career

Ready to begin? Contact us today to enroll in Georgia's top-rated security guard training program. Classes fill quickly — reserve your spot now.

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Security Guard Training Locations Across Metro Atlanta

We serve security professionals throughout the greater Atlanta metro area.

Fulton County

Fulton County is the most populous county in Georgia and home to Atlanta, the state capital. From downtown skyscrapers to suburban corporate parks, Fulton County has the highest concentration of security positions in the state.

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Gwinnett County

Gwinnett County is Georgia's second-most populous county and one of the most diverse communities in the Southeast. Its rapid growth in retail, technology, and entertainment creates strong demand for certified security guards.

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Cobb County

Cobb County combines major entertainment destinations like Truist Park with corporate headquarters and suburban communities. Security professionals in Cobb County enjoy diverse career opportunities.

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