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Security Careers in Tampa Bay

We don’t just fill positions. We build future leaders. Explore open armed and unarmed security officer roles across Tampa, St. Petersburg, and Wesley Chapel, with competitive pay, benefits, and a clear path to advancement.

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Current security job openings

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Part-Time On-Call / Flex

On Call / Flex Security Officer

$18–$20/hr Tampa, FL

Flexible, as-needed shifts across multiple client sites, ideal for supplemental income or a path to full-time. Accept the assignments that fit your schedule, up to 40 hours a week.

FL Class D License All shifts Weekend availability
Full-Time

Security Patrol Officer

$18.75/hr St. Petersburg, FL

Vehicle and foot patrols protecting properties, courtyards, and high-value areas on consistent 12-hour night shifts, with a clear path from officer to Field Manager and beyond.

12-hr shifts (3–4/wk) Nights 6PM–6AM FL Class D License
Part-Time Possible Full-Time

Outdoor Security Officer

$16.50–$17/hr Wesley Chapel, FL

Guest-facing outdoor post covering bag checks, access verification, and routine patrols. A great entry point into a growing security career with hands-on training and advancement.

FL Class D License Afternoon / evening Weekends & holidays
Part-Time Armed

Armed Security Officer

$19.24–$20.31/hr Tampa Bay, FL

Armed coverage across Tampa Bay sites, including access control, active patrols, and incident response, assigned as close to home as possible, with a clear path to a full-time schedule.

FL Class D & G Duty firearm required 21+
Full-Time Armed

Armed Security Officer – St. Petersburg

$21.42/hr St. Petersburg, FL

Set Monday–Friday day-shift armed post safeguarding people, property, and assets through access control, patrols, and incident response, with benefits and structured advancement.

FL Class G License Duty firearm required Mon–Fri days
Part-Time Armed

Armed Security Officer – St. Petersburg (Weekends)

$21.42/hr St. Petersburg, FL

Weekend armed post on a set Saturday–Sunday schedule covering access control, patrols, and incident response. Ideal for supplemental income with room to grow into full-time.

FL Class G License Duty firearm required Sat & Sun
Why Signal

Why build your career with Signal of Tampa Bay

Clear Career Path

We promote from within. Start as an officer and advance into Advanced Officer, Field Manager, and Sr. Coordinator roles, each with greater responsibility and higher pay.

Competitive Benefits

Major medical, dental, and vision options, a 401(k) retirement plan, annual pay increases, tuition assistance, and performance-based incentives.

Industry-Leading Training

Whether you’re new to security or a seasoned professional, you get hands-on training and access to 150+ industry-specific courses.

Locally Owned & Operated

Work for an independently owned Signal franchise that knows Tampa Bay and genuinely values its team.

Assigned Close to Home

With sites across Tampa, St. Petersburg, and the surrounding area, we aim to place you as close to home as possible.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We foster a diverse and inclusive workplace where every officer is set up to succeed and grow.

Not sure which role fits you?

Reach out and our team will help match you to the right post based on your license, availability, and location.

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