Security Managers
Job Zone 4 - Considerable preparation needed
Direct an organization's security functions, including physical security and safety of employees and facilities.
Median pay: $106,660/yr (U.S. national, May 2025)
Typical range nationwide (10th–90th percentile). This is a population snapshot, not a personal prediction - actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience.
Job outlook: +3.8% projected growth, 2024–2034 — about as fast as average.
About 13,200 openings per year, on average, over the decade.
Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS and Employment Projections.
• Develop budgets for security operations.
• Identify, investigate, or resolve security breaches.
• Plan, direct, or coordinate security activities to safeguard company employees, guests, or others on company property.
• Direct or participate in emergency management and contingency planning.
• Respond to medical emergencies, bomb threats, fire alarms, or intrusion alarms, following emergency response procedures.
• Analyze and evaluate security operations to identify risks or opportunities for improvement through auditing, review, or assessment.
• Create or implement security standards, policies, and procedures.
• Assess risks to mitigate potential consequences of incidents and develop a plan to respond to incidents.
What's the median pay for Security Managers?
The median pay for Security Managers is $106,660 per year, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What's the job outlook for Security Managers?
Employment for Security Managers is projected to change +3.8% from 2024 to 2034 - about as fast as average.
What education is typically required for Security Managers?
Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree.
How many job openings are there each year for Security Managers?
About 13,200 openings per year, on average, over the decade.