Security Police Officer Jobs
Security Police Officer jobs are open across federal agencies, private security firms, and corporate campuses, with specializations in armed patrol, access control, and threat assessment, from entry-level officer to supervisor and director of security. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Description
Integrity
Essential Required Tasks/Examples of Duties
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Minimum Qualifications
Training - High school graduate or GED, with some college credit from an accredited college or university preferred.
Experience - Experience that demonstrates the applicant possesses the knowledge, skills and abilities for the position. Previous experience in law enforcement and Colorado POST certification is preferred.NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: - Must be at least 21 years of age. Cannot have been convicted of a felony or a disqualifying misdemeanor involving moral turpitude. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license with the ability to obtain a valid Colorado driver's license and safe driving record for continued employment. Preferred current and valid Certified Jail Officer (CJO) and/or Colorado Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification or ability to obtain. New hires must, as a condition of employment, pass the following pre-offer and post-offer tests in addition to the interview(s): CVSA (Computerized Voice Stress Analyzer), driving records check, typing/data entry test, background examination, medical examination, psychological examination, drug screening and fingerprint check through CBI/FBI. Ability to meet Department's physical standards.
Candidates will not be considered if they have used marijuana within the last 6 months, psilocybin within the last 3 years, or any other illegal substance within the last 5 years. All candidates must pass a comprehensive background check and pre-employment drug screening prior to receiving a final offer of employment.Working Conditions
The working environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee routinely works in an indoor environment, but will occasionally work in outdoor weather conditions. The employee is required to wear body armor while performing the duties of this job. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts; in high, precarious places; and with explosives and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat, and vibration. Work involves a significant amount of time spent inside a Detention Center with a high degree of danger inherent in working with career criminals and emotionally unstable persons. Working conditions can be highly stressful. This position also involves shift work including weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed. The noise level in the work environment is moderately noisy. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; talk; hear; stand; walk; run; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, night vision and the ability to adjust focus. The physical demands category is classified as Very Heavy (Exert in excess of 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects). Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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Description
Integrity
Essential Required Tasks/Examples of Duties
Please click here to view the full job description.
Minimum Qualifications
Training - High school graduate or GED, with some college credit from an accredited college or university preferred.
Experience - Experience that demonstrates the applicant possesses the knowledge, skills and abilities for the position. Previous experience in law enforcement and Colorado POST certification is preferred.NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: - Must be at least 21 years of age. Cannot have been convicted of a felony or a disqualifying misdemeanor involving moral turpitude. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license with the ability to obtain a valid Colorado driver's license and safe driving record for continued employment. Preferred current and valid Certified Jail Officer (CJO) and/or Colorado Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification or ability to obtain. New hires must, as a condition of employment, pass the following pre-offer and post-offer tests in addition to the interview(s): CVSA (Computerized Voice Stress Analyzer), driving records check, typing/data entry test, background examination, medical examination, psychological examination, drug screening and fingerprint check through CBI/FBI. Ability to meet Department's physical standards.
Candidates will not be considered if they have used marijuana within the last 6 months, psilocybin within the last 3 years, or any other illegal substance within the last 5 years. All candidates must pass a comprehensive background check and pre-employment drug screening prior to receiving a final offer of employment.Working Conditions
The working environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee routinely works in an indoor environment, but will occasionally work in outdoor weather conditions. The employee is required to wear body armor while performing the duties of this job. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts; in high, precarious places; and with explosives and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat, and vibration. Work involves a significant amount of time spent inside a Detention Center with a high degree of danger inherent in working with career criminals and emotionally unstable persons. Working conditions can be highly stressful. This position also involves shift work including weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed. The noise level in the work environment is moderately noisy. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; talk; hear; stand; walk; run; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, night vision and the ability to adjust focus. The physical demands category is classified as Very Heavy (Exert in excess of 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects). Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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Broomfield is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For additional information click here.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in security police officer jobs.
- Active or eligibility for a government security clearance
- Current state-issued firearms qualification and use-of-force certification
- High school diploma or GED with prior law enforcement or military police experience
- Ability to pass a physical fitness test and medical evaluation
- Proficiency with access control systems and incident reporting software
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
Tips for Your Security Police Officer Job Search
Tailor your resume to clearance requirements
Many security police officer postings require a specific clearance level. List any active or prior clearances prominently near the top of your resume, including the granting agency and the date of your last investigation, so hiring managers can qualify you immediately.
Certify your firearms and use-of-force credentials
Employers often screen out candidates who don't list current state-issued firearms qualifications or use-of-force certifications. Keep training dates current on your resume and renew credentials before they lapse, since gaps here are a frequent reason applications get filtered out early.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists security police officer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by jurisdiction type
Federal, state, and private sector security police officer roles carry different arrest authority, uniform requirements, and reporting chains. Filter your search by employer type so your applications land at organizations where your existing jurisdiction experience transfers directly and reduces onboarding friction.
Prepare for scenario-based interview questions
Security police officer panels routinely use situational questions about use-of-force decisions, unauthorized access incidents, and de-escalation. Practice structured responses using real incidents from your service record, keeping answers under two minutes and grounding each in the policy or regulation that guided your action.
Negotiate shift differential and equipment allowances
Overnight and weekend shifts are common in this role, and many employers offer differential pay that isn't listed upfront. When an offer comes, ask specifically about shift premiums, uniform allowances, and fitness-for-duty reimbursements before accepting, since these can significantly affect your total compensation.
Security Police Officer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most security police officers?
The companies hiring the most security police officers right now include WellSpan Health, State of Ohio, and University of Utah, with the largest share of openings in California, Pennsylvania, and Oregon, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Federal contractors and large corporate campuses consistently account for the highest volume of active postings.
How many security police officer jobs are remote?
About 0% of security police officer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on patrol and access control demands of most roles. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements include security operations center monitoring, incident review, and policy compliance coordination.
How do you become a security police officer?
Start by earning a high school diploma or GED, then complete a state-approved security training course to obtain your guard card or officer license. Gain hands-on experience through entry-level patrol or military police service, pursue a firearms qualification if the role requires it, and apply to openings that match your clearance level and jurisdiction experience.
Can you get hired as a security police officer with little experience?
Yes, many entry-level security police officer roles accept candidates with no prior experience, particularly in unarmed patrol and access control positions. Employers look for a clean background check, a valid driver's license, the ability to pass a physical fitness evaluation, and completion of a basic security training course in your state.
What does the security police officer interview process look like?
The process typically starts with an application review and phone screen, followed by a panel interview with scenario-based questions covering use-of-force decisions, unauthorized access situations, and emergency response procedures. Finalists usually complete a physical fitness test, a background investigation, a polygraph for federal or high-security roles, and a medical clearance before receiving an offer.
Where can I find and apply to security police officer jobs?
You can find and apply to security police officer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your clearance level, jurisdiction experience, and preferred shift type, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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