Security Managers
Direct an organization's security functions, including physical security and safety of employees and facilities.
SOC: 11-3013.01
Common Job Titles
- Corporate Physical Security Supervisor
- Corporate Security Manager
- Security Director
- Security Manager
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Security Managers (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
141,090
Wage Distribution by Percentile
Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $62,550. 25th percentile: U.S. $80,150. 50th percentile: U.S. $104,690. 75th percentile: U.S. $135,650. 90th percentile: U.S. $173,080. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.
- U.S.
| Metric | U.S. |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers earn the following or less | $62,550 |
| 10% of workers earn the following or more | $173,080 |
| Workers on average earn | $114,520 |
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
In-Demand Technology
Frequently requested by employers in job postings
- Amazon Web Services AWS software
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Azure software
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Project
- Microsoft Visio
- Microsoft Word
- Oracle PeopleSoft
- SAP software
Technology Skills
- Alarm system software
- Corel WordPerfect Office Suite
- Emergency notification system software
- FieldSoft AIMSonScene
- Firewall software
- Graphics software
- Human resources management system HRMS
- Incident command system ICS software
Tools & Equipment
- Approach detection systems
- Computer laser printers
- Explosives detectors
- Fire alarm systems
- Keyless entry systems
- Laptop computers
- Multiline telephone systems
- Personal computers