Professional unarmed security officers for businesses

An unarmed security officer is a trained security professional who provides protection without carrying a firearm. On-site, they manage access control, monitor for site safety and compliance, observe and report suspicious activity, assist visitors and staff, and respond to incidents according to documented procedures.

The difference is whether the officer carries a firearm. Armed security guards carry weapons and typically work in high-risk environments such as financial institutions, government facilities, or situations requiring a higher level of threat deterrence.

Unarmed security guards focus on deterrence, observation, access control, and de-escalation without the use of firearms or force. For most commercial and institutional settings in the US, unarmed security guard services provide the appropriate level of protection while maintaining a welcoming and non-intimidating environment for staff, visitors, and customers.

Unarmed security officers work across a wide range of US industries, including corporate offices and commercial real estate, healthcare facilities and hospitals, retail stores and shopping centers, logistics and distribution centers, manufacturing plants, data centers, educational institutions and campuses, and public-facing venues and hospitality sites.

The common thread is sites that need professional deterrence, access and visitor management, and a visible security presence, but where an armed presence would be unnecessary, inappropriate, or unwelcome.

Securitas unarmed security officers complete training that meets or exceeds all applicable state licensing requirements. Depending on the state, this includes guard card or registration requirements, background checks, drug screening, and required training hours.

Officers also receive site-specific training aligned with your post orders, access control procedures, and emergency protocols. Securitas monitors compliance with state-level licensing requirements across all US deployments, so you have confidence that every officer assigned to your site is qualified, verified, and compliant.

Yes. We train unarmed security officers to respond to incidents and emergencies according to your site's documented procedures. They observe and report, support first responders on arrival, assist with evacuation procedures, and handle de-escalation and crowd management.

They don't substitute for law enforcement or emergency medical services, but they know how to manage the situation and are trained to prevent it from escalating until professional responders arrive. Clear communication with responding units is part of every Securitas officer's training.

The cost of unarmed security guard services depends on several factors: the number of officers required, shift length, site location, post complexity, and state-level wage and licensing requirements. Securitas tailors pricing to your specific coverage needs rather than offering a one-size-fits-all rate.

The quickest way to get an accurate estimate is to request a quote and speak with a Securitas security specialist who can assess your site, understand your risks, and recommend the right coverage model for your budget.

Yes. Securitas supports single-site clients and large multi-location portfolios across the US and North America. For multi-site clients, we standardize post orders, reporting formats, and management oversight while adapting procedures to each location's risk profile and site conditions.

Clients with multiple sites also have access to the MySecuritas platform, which provides unified visibility across all locations, including officer activity, incident reports, and performance data, through a single dashboard accessible to your security and facilities teams.

Deployment timelines depend on your location, the number of officers needed, and the complexity of your site requirements. In many cases, Securitas can move quickly from initial assessment to deployment.

More complex multi-site engagements or specialized environments may take longer to get procedures and post orders right. Contact us to discuss your timeline and we'll be transparent about what's realistic for your situation.

An unarmed security patrol officer conducts regular foot or vehicle patrols of a site or campus without carrying a firearm. Patrol officers check access points, monitor for unauthorized activity, verify that areas are secure, and respond to reports or alarms during their rounds.

Unarmed patrol is common in commercial real estate, logistics campuses, retail parks, and residential communities where coverage across a large area matters more than a fixed guard post. You can deploy patrol officers as a standalone service, or combine them with fixed on-site unarmed security officers for layered coverage.