At the team level, direct and mentor integrated LN protective security personnel and operations on a daytoday basis. * Ensure that PRS assignments conducted with integrated LN protective security ...
At the team level, direct and mentor integrated LN protective security personnel and operations on a daytoday basis. * Ensure that PRS assignments conducted with integrated LN protective security ...
Training Instructor - WPS III (Somalia)
Lansing, MI · On-site
$57K - $76K/yr
A bio-approved TI is authorized to fill the position/labor category of the Protective Security Specialist (PSS) as required and with the approval of the CO or COR. Job Qualifications: * Must be a U.S ...
Training Instructor - WPS III (Somalia)
Lansing, MI · On-site
$57K - $76K/yr
A bio-approved TI is authorized to fill the position/labor category of the Protective Security Specialist (PSS) as required and with the approval of the CO or COR. Job Qualifications: * Must be a U.S ...
Security Specialist
Grand Rapids, MI · On-site
$77K/yr
Your Role as a Protector: * Monitor property while utilizing the tools and technology of a GDBA ... Coordinate and execute security plans and respond to medical emergencies * Provide physical ...
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Security Specialist
Grand Rapids, MI · On-site
$77K/yr
Your Role as a Protector: * Monitor property while utilizing the tools and technology of a GDBA ... Coordinate and execute security plans and respond to medical emergencies * Provide physical ...
Security Specialist
Grand Rapids, MI · On-site
$77K/yr
Gavin de Becker & Associates (GDBA) protects the world's most influential and at-risk public ... Coordinate and execute security plans and respond to medical emergencies * Provide physical ...
Security Specialist
Grand Rapids, MI · On-site
$77K/yr
Gavin de Becker & Associates (GDBA) protects the world's most influential and at-risk public ... Coordinate and execute security plans and respond to medical emergencies * Provide physical ...
Security Specialist
Grand Rapids, MI · On-site
$77K/yr
Gavin de Becker & Associates (GDBA) protects the world's most influential and at-risk public ... Coordinate and execute security plans and respond to medical emergencies * Provide physical ...
Security Specialist
Grand Rapids, MI · On-site
$77K/yr
Gavin de Becker & Associates (GDBA) protects the world's most influential and at-risk public ... Coordinate and execute security plans and respond to medical emergencies * Provide physical ...
Security Specialist
Grand Rapids, MI · On-site
$77K/yr
Gavin de Becker & Associates (GDBA) protects the world's most influential and at-risk public ... Coordinate and execute security plans and respond to medical emergencies * Provide physical ...
Security Specialist
Grand Rapids, MI · On-site
$77K/yr
Gavin de Becker & Associates (GDBA) protects the world's most influential and at-risk public ... Coordinate and execute security plans and respond to medical emergencies * Provide physical ...
Perform daytoday personal protective security functions. * Drive the lead vehicle, principal's vehicle, follow vehicle, and/or act as a response agent as required during motorcade or similar ...
Perform daytoday personal protective security functions. * Drive the lead vehicle, principal's vehicle, follow vehicle, and/or act as a response agent as required during motorcade or similar ...
Perform daytoday personal protective security functions. * Drive the lead vehicle, principal's vehicle, follow vehicle, and/or act as a response agent as required during motorcade or similar ...
Perform daytoday personal protective security functions. * Drive the lead vehicle, principal's vehicle, follow vehicle, and/or act as a response agent as required during motorcade or similar ...
Security Officer
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$15.75 - $18.75/hr
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Unarmed Store Detective
Auburn Hills, MI · On-site
$23 - $24/hr
Remain calm and communicate with on-site assets protection security, law enforcement, and store leadership, while professionally documenting and escalating incidents. * Circulate among visitors ...
Unarmed Store Detective
Auburn Hills, MI · On-site
$23 - $24/hr
Remain calm and communicate with on-site assets protection security, law enforcement, and store leadership, while professionally documenting and escalating incidents. * Circulate among visitors ...
Security Officer
Kalamazoo, MI · On-site
$14.50 - $17/hr
Security Guard Location: Kalamazoo, MI Company: Signal Of Michigan Job Type: Full-time Security ... protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Position Summary: We are ...
Security Officer
Kalamazoo, MI · On-site
$14.50 - $17/hr
Security Guard Location: Kalamazoo, MI Company: Signal Of Michigan Job Type: Full-time Security ... protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Position Summary: We are ...
Security Officer
Muskegon, MI · On-site
$14.50 - $17.25/hr
Security Guard Location: Muskegon, MI Company: Signal Of Michigan Job Type: Full-time Security ... protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Position Summary: We are ...
Security Officer
Muskegon, MI · On-site
$14.50 - $17.25/hr
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Security Officer
Battle Creek, MI · On-site
$14.50 - $17/hr
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Security Officer
Battle Creek, MI · On-site
$14.50 - $17/hr
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Security Officer
Grand Rapids, MI · On-site
$15.25 - $18.25/hr
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Security Officer
Grand Rapids, MI · On-site
$15.25 - $18.25/hr
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Security Officer
East Lansing, MI · On-site
$15/hr
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Security Officer
East Lansing, MI · On-site
$15/hr
Security Guard (No prior experience necessary -- we provide the training) Location: East Lansing ... protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Position Summary: We are ...
Security Guard
Lansing, MI · On-site
$15/hr
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Lansing, MI · On-site
$15/hr
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Security Officer
East Lansing, MI · On-site
$15/hr
Security Guard (No prior experience necessary -- we provide the training) Location: East Lansing ... protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Position Summary: We are ...
Security Officer
East Lansing, MI · On-site
$15/hr
Security Guard (No prior experience necessary -- we provide the training) Location: East Lansing ... protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Position Summary: We are ...
Security Guard
Ann Arbor, MI · On-site
$17 - $18/hr
... disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Key ... Valid security license or certification (if required by state/country). * Excellent observational ...
Security Guard
Ann Arbor, MI · On-site
$17 - $18/hr
... disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Key ... Valid security license or certification (if required by state/country). * Excellent observational ...
Protective Security information
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$9.64 - $10.50
0% of jobs
$10.50 - $11.35
1% of jobs
$11.35 - $12.21
3% of jobs
$12.21 - $13.07
6% of jobs
$13.78 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$13.07 - $13.92
17% of jobs
The median wage is $14.49 / hr.
$13.92 - $14.78
33% of jobs
$15.46 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$14.78 - $15.64
17% of jobs
$15.64 - $16.49
9% of jobs
$16.49 - $17.35
6% of jobs
$17.35 - $18.21
4% of jobs
$18.21 - $19.07
2% of jobs
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What is the difference between Protective Security vs Security Guard?
| Aspect | Protective Security | Security Guard |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Security license, training in threat assessment | Security license, basic security training |
| Work Environment | High-risk areas, event security, executive protection | Building patrols, access control, surveillance |
| Employer & Industry | Private security firms, government agencies, corporate clients | Commercial buildings, retail stores, residential complexes |
Protective Security and Security Guards both focus on safety, but Protective Security involves higher-level threat assessment and protection, often in high-risk environments. Security Guards typically perform routine patrols and access control. While both roles require licensing, Protective Security usually demands additional training and experience, making it suitable for more specialized security tasks.
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For Protective Security jobs in Michigan, the most frequently searched job titles are:
- Manager Espn Global Security
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- First Coast Security Services
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- Regional Security Officer
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Integration and Training Instructor (ITI) - WPS III (Iraq)
Lansing, MI • On-site
Full-time
Re-posted 18 days ago
Key responsibilities
Conduct integration training for Local Nationals (LNs) in overseas locations.
Liaise with other training entities involved with WPS III and the integration of LNs.
Direct and mentor integrated LN protective security personnel and operations on a day-to-day basis.
Acuity International rating
6.5
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Job description
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Location
Erbil, Iraq
Clearance Level
Department of State - Secret
Primary Function
You would be responsible for training U.S. contractors and conducting integration training for Local Nationals (LNs). You would conduct training both in a classroom environment and in the field. Additionally, you may be tasked to support protection teams in a leadership capacity. This position supports Department of State Worldwide Protective Services III (WPS III) Task Orders in austere environments.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Conduct integration training for LNs in overseas locations.
- Liaise with other training entities involved with WPS III and the integration of LNs.
- At the team level, direct and mentor integrated LN protective security personnel and operations on a daytoday basis.
- Ensure that PRS assignments conducted with integrated LN protective security personnel are carried out in accordance with Post policy.
- In the absence of a WPS Shift Leader, coordinate initial mission planning for PRS assignments conducted with integrated LN protective security personnel, including coordination with the TOC and other RSO personnel to assign and schedule protective assignments, including route and site surveys.
- Coordinate and conduct training and firearms requalifications for LNs in overseas locations.
- Perform daytoday personal protective security functions, as required.
Job Qualifications:
- Must be a U.S. citizen.
- Must possess a minimum of two (2) years' experience as an instructor in a security field.
- Must possess a minimum of one (1) year of experience working as a full-time equivalent (FTE) firearms instructor; this experience must have been earned as part of other federal, state, or local government training assignments.
- Must possess a minimum of five (5) years' experience in protective security assignments.
- A minimum of one (1) year of this experience must have been as a Shift Leader working in protective security on WPS III and/or any of its predecessor contracts.
- A minimum of two (2) years of this experience must have been in labor categories providing protective security on WPS III and/or any of its predecessor contracts, this can be concurrent with 1, above.
- The remaining three (3) years of experience may be gained in the employ of any federal, state, local, provincial, or commercial entities providing armed protective services.
- Must have a valid U.S. Driver's License.
- Must have a valid U.S. Passport with no less than 6 months remaining before expiration.
- Shall be proficient in the ability to speak, write, and communicate in English.
- Applicants must pass the pre-employment Physical Readiness Test (PRT) in order to advance in the application process for the position.
Training (Paid Training):
- Attend and successfully complete the DOS Protective Security Specialist Basic, Quick Reaction Force, and Basic Field Firearms Officer's training courses. If already completed and/or served on a DOS TO within the last 3 years, must pass a weapon and PRT requalification course on TO.
- Qualify with the Glock-19, M4 or MK18 (as specified by the designated TO), M240, and M249.
- Complete the WPS III PRT.
Physical Requirements and Work Conditions:
- Must be approved for a Department of State Medical Clearance.
- Must be able to walk, squat, crawl, run, quickly enter/exit vehicles, maneuver around obstacles, carry heavy equipment and personnel, and operate missionessential issued equipment requiring dexterity.
- Must be able to operate and/or travel in vehicles on improved and unimproved roadways, as well as offroad.
- Must be physically able to carry and operate firearms.
- Must maintain physical fitness readiness that includes, but is not limited to: medium and/or longdistance running, bench presses, agility runs, pushups, situps, and stretching.
- Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods with minimal breaks.
- Must possess no medical or physical impediments to traveling overseas to and within countries considered dangerous or unhealthy. Must be able to travel long distances in airplanes, helicopters, and road vehicles.
Acuity International is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Based upon the needs of the program and Project Management discretion, qualified individuals may be required to temporarily fill an alternate position.
Acuity International is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status.
For OFCCP compliance, the taxable entity associated with this job posting is:
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Established in Reston, VA, US, Acuity International is an industry leader in providing advanced technology solutions and integrated logistics. The company prides itself on offering clients consulting services, software development, systems engineering, and strategic planning. Founded on the principle of delivering exceptional client service, Acuity International has since its inception been committed to adding value to its clients' businesses through thoughtful planning, product invention, and strategic partnerships.
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It services
Company size
5,001 - 10,000 Employees
Headquarters location
Reston, VA, US
Year founded
2021