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Security Consultants

Employment Prospects

Employers

Nearly 1.4 million security workers are employed in the United States. Security services is one of the largest employment fields in the United States. Security consultants may work as employees of companies that provide security services to clients or they may work as independent consultants. Many different industries employ security consultants, including residential, commercial, healthcare, events, and many others.

Starting Out

People interested in careers in security services generally apply directly to security services companies. Some jobs may be available through state or private employment services. People interested in security consulting may also apply directly to government agencies.

Most entry-level positions for security consultants are filled by those with a bachelor's or associate's degree in criminal justice, business administration, or a related field. Those with a high school diploma and some experience in the field may find work with a security consulting firm, although they usually begin as security guards and become consultants only after further training. Beginning security personnel receive varied amounts of training. Training requirements are generally increasing as modern, highly sophisticated security systems become more common.

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