Event Security Jobs

Event Security jobs are open across live entertainment, sports venues, corporate events, and festivals, covering specializations in crowd management, access control, and venue security, from entry-level guard to supervisory and site lead roles. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles39
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerAllied Universal Event Services
Top cityLos Angeles, CA
Work type75% On-site
Top credentialHigh school diploma or GED

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Event Security Manager (10 Hudson Yards)
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Event Security Manager (10 Hudson Yards)
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New York, New York
Business Strategy
Growth Marketing
Marketing
$100k - $115k/yr
Bachelor's degree in emergency management
1,001-5,000

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Event Security Account Manager - Events
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Event Security Account Manager - Events
BEST Crowd Management
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
Strategy & Corporate Development
$45k - $55k/yr
Bachelor's degree
501-1,000

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Security Account Manager - Event Operations
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Security Account Manager - Event Operations
BEST Crowd Management
Evanston, Illinois
Account Management
Customer Success
Sales
$70k - $75k/yr
501-1,000

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Security Guard (Flex)- Chicago - Event shift & more
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Security Guard (Flex)- Chicago - Event shift & more
United Service Companies
Chicago, Illinois
Community & Nonprofit Services
Event Planning
Hospitality Management
$17.5 - $20/hr
5,001-10,000

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Event Coordinator (Security)
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Event Coordinator (Security)
Surefox North America
San Francisco, California
Customer Service
Customer Support
$105k - $115k/yr
CPR Certification
501-1,000

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Event Security Job Market

Who's Hiring

Allied Universal Event Services6 open roles
IPS NATIONWIDE3 open roles
Florida Panthers2 open roles

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in event security jobs.

  • Valid state security guard license or registration required in most jurisdictions
  • CPR and first aid certification from an accredited provider
  • One or more years of experience in security, law enforcement, or military service
  • Strong verbal communication and de-escalation skills for crowd and conflict situations
  • Ability to stand for extended periods and work evenings, weekends, and holidays
  • Familiarity with access control systems, wristbanding procedures, and incident reporting

Tips for Your Event Security Job Search

List your certifications above your experience

Event security employers scan for CPR, first aid, and state guard licensing before they read your work history. Put your active certifications in a dedicated section at the top of your resume so hiring managers spot them in under ten seconds.

Tailor your resume to venue type

A stadium security role values crowd-flow experience and large-scale incident response, while a private corporate event role prioritizes access control and executive protection protocols. Match the language in your resume to the specific venue type listed in each posting.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists event security openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Filter postings by event scale and shift type

Event security jobs vary enormously between small private venues and major arenas. Narrow your search by specifying full-time overnight, part-time weekend, or seasonal contract work so you're applying to shifts that fit your availability rather than sifting through every listing.

Prepare scenario answers for the interview

Interviewers for event security roles consistently ask how you've handled intoxicated guests, unauthorized access attempts, or medical emergencies on the floor. Write out two or three real examples using the situation, your action, and the outcome before your interview.

Negotiate scheduling flexibility, not just pay

Many event security positions are shift-based with variable hours tied to event calendars. When negotiating your offer, clarify minimum guaranteed hours per week and advance notice requirements for schedule changes alongside any discussion of your starting rate.

Event Security Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most event securitys?

The most active employers for event securitys right now are Allied Universal Event Services, IPS NATIONWIDE, and Florida Panthers, and the most openings are in California, Florida, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to track closely with arena, stadium, and large-venue event schedules in those states.

How many event security jobs are remote?

About 25% of event security openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most roles. The sub-areas with the most remote or desk-based work are security operations coordination, scheduling, and post-event incident reporting rather than floor or perimeter assignments.

How do you become an event security?

Start by checking your state's licensing requirements, since most states require a security guard registration or license before you can work paid security. Complete any required pre-assignment training, then earn CPR and first aid certification. Apply to entry-level event security or general venue security roles to build documented experience with crowds, access control, and incident reporting before pursuing supervisory positions.

How do you get hired in event security with little or no experience?

Volunteer or part-time usher and crowd-staff roles at local venues give you documented venue experience that hiring managers recognize. Completing your state guard license and a CPR certification signals readiness even without paid security history. Apply to smaller promoters, local festival contractors, and venue staffing agencies first, since they hire more entry-level candidates than major arena operators.

What does the event security interview process look like?

Most event security interviews run one or two rounds. The first is typically a phone or in-person screening covering your licensing status, availability, and comfort with physical demands. A second round, if held, focuses on scenario questions about crowd incidents, confrontations, and emergency procedures. Some employers also conduct a background check and drug screen before extending an offer.

Where can I find and apply to event security jobs?

You can find and apply to event security jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level, preferred venue type, and location, then apply directly to each listing that fits.

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