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10 of the Most Popular Types of Event Security Jobs in 2026

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The qualifications to get an event security job vary depending on the type of work you do. To be a guard, you need to have strong observational skills, excellent strength and stamina, and in some cases a large physical presence, which is useful especially for crowd control. You also need to know how to use walkie-talkies and other wireless communication systems. Other security jobs require you to have technical knowledge, such as how to set up and operate CCTV. Previous work in the military or law enforcement is useful for managerial positions. Some companies may require candidates to have a state security guard license.

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Top Types Of Event Security Jobs

List of the top 10 highest paying Event Security positions in 2026, with salary ranges, according to ZipRecruiter.

  • Ips Security

    Salary range: $44,000 - $63,500

    Ips Security is a common job search query. Most salaries for Ips Security jobs pay between $44,000 (25th percentile) and $63,500 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Ips Security job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Concert And Event Security Guard

    Salary range: $32,000 - $39,000

    Concert And Event Security Guard is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Concert And Event Security Guard jobs pay between $32,000 (25th percentile) and $39,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Concert And Event Security Guard job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Special Event Security

    Salary range: $33,000 - $42,000

    Special Event Security is a typical job search query Most salaries for Special Event Security jobs pay between $33,000 (25th percentile) and $42,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Special Event Security job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Concert Tour Security

    Salary range: $38,000 - $60,000

    Concert Tour Security is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Concert Tour Security jobs pay between $38,000 (25th percentile) and $60,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Concert Tour Security job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Pilb

    Salary range: $95,000 - $138,000

    Pilb is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Pilb jobs pay between $95,000 (25th percentile) and $138,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Pilb job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Security

    Salary range: $32,000 - $39,000

    Security jobs are those that provide protective services for a business, facility, event, or location. Security jobs include law enforcement, private security, and private investigators. There are also many jobs available in cyber security, providing digital security. Each type of security job has a unique set of required skills and qualifications. For example, a correctional officer needs specialized de-escalation and physical training, while a digital security specialist needs education and experience related to information technology, backup, and authentication protocols.

  • No Guard Card Required

    Salary range: $32,000 - $39,000

    No Guard Card Required is a typical job search query Most salaries for No Guard Card Required jobs pay between $32,000 (25th percentile) and $39,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for No Guard Card Required job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Centurion Security

    Salary range: $125,000 - $149,500

    Centurion Security is a typical job search query Most salaries for Centurion Security jobs pay between $125,000 (25th percentile) and $149,500 (75th percentile) annually. Take a look at the variety of open positions nationwide for Centurion Security job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter.

  • Concert Runner

    Salary range: $22,000 - $33,500

    Concert Runner is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Concert Runner jobs pay between $22,000 (25th percentile) and $33,500 (75th percentile) annually. Take a look at the variety of open positions nationwide for Concert Runner job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter.

  • Concert Security Guard

    Salary range: $32,000 - $39,000

    Concert Security Guard is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Concert Security Guard jobs pay between $32,000 (25th percentile) and $39,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Concert Security Guard job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

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