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Security Careers in San Diego — Find Your Pathway

Whoever you are right now, there's a security path that fits. Pick the one that matches your situation.

The security industry in San Diego isn't one job — it's a dozen different roles with different pay grades, schedules, and requirements. The right training package depends on who you are and what you need. Click your situation below for a plan built for it.

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I have no experience or degree

The most common starting point. No diploma required. Train in 1–2 weeks, get hired in 30 days.

See the no-experience plan →
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I was laid off and need to reset

30-day plan from layoff to first paycheck. Recession-proof career, real W-2, transferable to corporate security long-term.

See the layoff reset plan →
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I need a second job

Weekend, evening, and overnight shifts at $20+/hr. Keep your day job. Stack income without quitting anything.

See the second-job plan →
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I'm a veteran or active-duty

Your service is the credential. We add the California license. Defense contractor and federal posts pay top-tier.

See the veterans plan →
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I'm worried about AI replacing my job

Security is one of the labor markets AI can't touch. Human presence is mandatory by law and insurance.

See the AI-proof career plan →
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I'm already a guard — I want a raise

Add a BSIS firearms permit, taser, and CCW to move into armed posts at $22–$32/hr. Done in one weekend.

See firearms + CCW training →
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I want to learn to use a firearm

Beginner classes for first-time owners. Safety, California law, and supervised live-fire range time.

See first-time gun owner class →
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I want a California CCW permit

The full San Diego County process. Sheriff requirements, 16-hour training, PC 26165, and renewals.

See the CCW guide →
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I run a business that needs training

SB 553 compliance, de-escalation, active assailant response. On-site or at our facility.

See workplace violence training →

I lead a church or congregation

Training built for houses of worship: protective presence, response, and integration with services.

See church security training →
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I'm with a school or campus

Trained guards for K–12 and college environments. Threat assessment, response, and parent communication.

See school security training →
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I just want to see all the courses

Every BSIS-approved course we offer in one place — guard card, firearms, CCW, CPR, taser, baton, OC, more.

Browse all courses →

Not sure which pathway is right for you?

Call us. Tell us your situation in three sentences. We'll tell you straight up which class and which sequence makes the most sense — even if it's not the most expensive one.

📞 Call (619) 303-3104