Security Guard Jobs in North Carolina
Security Guard jobs in North Carolina are open across Charlotte, Raleigh, and Durham and other North Carolina metros, with employers like Summit Fire & Security, CPI Security, and Truist hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and delivering for our clients, teammates, communities, and shareholders every day.
Being a Great Place to Work and providing a culture of caring is core to how we drive Responsible Growth. We are intentional about fostering an inclusive workplace where every teammate has the opportunity to succeed, build a career, and contribute to our shared success. This includes attracting and developing exceptional talent, recognizing and rewarding performance, and supporting our teammates’ physical, emotional, and financial wellness through affordable, competitive, and flexible benefits.
We value the unique perspectives individuals bring from all backgrounds and career paths - whether shaped by military service, community college education, or a wide range of work and life experiences. These journeys foster resilience, leadership, and innovation, strengthening our workforce and positively impacting the communities we serve.
Bank of America is committed to an in-office culture that supports collaboration, engagement, and career development. Our approach includes clear in-office expectations while providing an appropriate level of flexibility based on role-specific responsibilities and business needs.
At Bank of America, you can build a successful career with opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact. Join us!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This job is responsible for executing corporate security activities essential to protecting the safety of employees and bank facilities. Key responsibilities include gathering, analyzing, and disseminating intelligence related to potential threats, risks, and vulnerabilities, or ensuring the bank’s security technology programming and credentialing is accurate.
The Corporate Security Specialist is responsible for the administration, support, and lifecycle management of enterprise electronic security systems that protect the organization’s people, facilities, and assets. This role provides technical expertise across video surveillance, intrusion alarm systems, and access control technologies, supporting device programming, configuration, connectivity, and operational stability in a highly regulated environment.
The Specialist partners closely with internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure security technologies are deployed, maintained, and optimized in alignment with regulatory requirements, life safety standards, and organizational risk posture.
This position requires strong technical aptitude, critical thinking, and the ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex system, device, and network-related issues while maintaining composure in time-sensitive or high-impact situations.
Responsibilities:
- Provide technical support and system administration for enterprise access control systems
- Perform device management and programming, including configuration changes, troubleshooting, testing, and validation of security devices and applications
- Support networked security systems, partnering with Network Services and technology teams to resolve connectivity, performance, and integration issues
- Coordinate and guide installations, upgrades, and maintenance activities, working with vendors, integrators, and property management teams
- Analyze system behavior, alerts, failures, and trends to identify root causes and recommend corrective actions
- Serve as a technical escalation point for complex security technology issues impacting multiple locations or systems
- Ensure access control systems are in compliance with the Federal Bank Protection Act and applicable federal, state, and local regulations
- Support life safety and incident response by providing timely technical assistance during system outages, escalations, or security events
- Document system changes, programming updates, and resolutions with a strong attention to accuracy and audit readiness
- Maintain effective communication with employees, contractors, vendors, and business partners while balancing multiple priorities and requests
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 2+ yrs experience in a corporate security/Technical customer service/operations role, and/or a basic understanding of security system technologies (alarms, video, and access control).
- Proficient in MS Office: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and SharePoint
- Highly organized, motivated self-starter who can deliver results with minimal direction
- Team-orientation, flexibility, with a receptiveness to change
- Strong, confident presentation skills with the ability to synthesize information and communicate clearly and succinctly with stakeholders
- Excellent analytical skills, with significant attention to detail - ability to query, review, and manipulate data
- Demonstrate the ability to adapt to rapid changes in priorities and demand and manage risk effectively
- Must be able to work 2nd shift schedule - 11:00am - 8:00pm EST, Monday - Friday
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Card Access Control experience
- Symmetry (AMAG) experience
- Proficient in Adobe Photo Shop
- Basic SQL knowledge
- Technology, Risk or Compliance background
Skills:
- Attention to Detail
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Research
- Risk Management
- Analytical Thinking
- Business Acumen
- Decision Making
- Written Communications
- Collaboration
- Customer and Client Focus
- Data Visualization
- Innovative Thinking
- Reporting
Shift:
2nd shift (United States of America)
Hours Per Week:
40
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Where North Carolina roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Security Guard Job Market in North Carolina
A snapshot from current North Carolina openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Summit Fire & Security16

- CPI Security13

- Truist8

- Cpi Security Systems6

- Bank of America4

Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software35
- Consulting & Professional Services24
- Banking & Financial Services19
- Manufacturing16
- Education15
What North Carolina Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in security guard jobs across North Carolina.
- Valid state-issued security guard license or guard card
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Prior experience in security, law enforcement, or military service
- CPR and first aid certification
- Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug screening
- Proficiency with access control systems and incident reporting software
Security Guard Jobs in North Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How many security guard jobs are there in North Carolina?
There are 209+ security guard openings in North Carolina on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Charlotte, Raleigh, and Durham. New positions post regularly as employers across North Carolina hire.
How much do security guards make in North Carolina?
Security guards in North Carolina earn a median of about $35,010 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $29,260 for the lowest 10% to over $56,020 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which North Carolina cities have the most security guard jobs?
Charlotte, Raleigh, and Durham have the most security guard openings in North Carolina right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire security guards in North Carolina?
Employers hiring security guards in North Carolina include Summit Fire & Security, CPI Security, and Truist, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote security guard jobs in North Carolina?
Yes. About 20% of security guard openings tied to North Carolina are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in North Carolina metros.
How do I apply for security guard jobs in North Carolina?
You can apply to security guard jobs in North Carolina directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred North Carolina location, then apply to each one that fits.
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