- Company: GardaWorld
- Location: Fort Lauderdale, Florida
- Salary: $34,320–$37,440/yr
GardaWorld at a glance
garda.com- Founded 1995
SEC filings mentioning "GardaWorld": 40 — search EDGAR
OSHA safety record: 7 confirmed violations across 3 inspections — via OSHA Establishment Search
2,325 Wikipedia views in June 2026 — a rough gauge of public visibility.
FLEX SECURITY OFFICER
GardaWorld
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
About This Position
GardaWorld Security Services is now hiring a Response Security Officer. As a Flex Security Guard, you will adapt to various missions and special events, embracing change and thriving in dynamic environments.
Your Responsibilities
- Adapt to different roles based on the day and event requirements.
- Ensure safety and security at various locations and events.
- Respond effectively to emergencies and unexpected situations.
- Communicate clearly with team members and stakeholders.
Qualifications
- Ability to adapt quickly to changing circumstances.
- Strong communication skills.
- Previous experience in security or related field is preferred but not required.
- A valid driver's license and reliable transportation are necessary.
Working at GardaWorld
At GardaWorld, you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to providing exceptional security services. Our commitment to excellence ensures that your role is both challenging and rewarding. You will have the opportunity to work in diverse environments, from corporate settings to public events.
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What people say about GardaWorld
- Multimillion-dollar L.A. heist was seamless, sophisticated, stealthy
- Len Sassaman and Satoshi
- GardaWorld lost track of millions
Recent news
- GardaWorld Announces Closing of US$200 Million Additional Senior Notes due 2032 and US$300 Million Incremental Term Loans - PR Newswire
- ECAM Spotlights Live Video Monitoring as Logistics Operators Face Record $725M in Annual Cargo Theft Losses - gardaworld.com
- Lambert Airport security officers ratify first union contract after 8 months of talks - First Alert 4
- GardaWorld Accelerates Hiring at Surprise Warehouse Despite Pending State Lawsuit - Project Salt Box
- Canadian Firm With No ICE Experience Just Won $704 Million Arizona Warehouse Contract - Migrant Insider
Aggregated from public discussions and news; opinions are the authors’ own.
Working in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
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Florida is a state in the Southeastern and South Atlantic regions of the United States. It borders the Gulf of Mexico to the west, Alabama to the northwest, Georgia to the north, the Atlantic Ocean to the east, the Straits of Florida to the south, and The Bahamas to the southeast. About two-thirds of Florida occupies a peninsula between the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic Ocean. It has the longest
🇺🇸 Relocation safety for US: Exercise Normal Caution — via Warnely, CC BY 4.0
National unemployment rate in US: 4.2% — via World Bank
National job openings rate: 4.6% — via BLS JOLTS
Private-sector wage growth (year over year): 3.3% — via FRED
National quits rate: 1.9% — via FRED (BLS JOLTS)
Weekly initial unemployment claims: 187,000 — via FRED
GDP per capita in US: $90,027 — via World Bank
Consumer price inflation in US: 2.9% (annual) — via World Bank
Real GDP growth in US: 2.2% (annual) — via World Bank
Average hours worked per year in US: 1,800 — via OECD
Unemployment rate in Florida: 4.8% — via U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Cost of living in Florida: 3.4% above the national average — via BEA
Minimum wage in Florida: $14.00/hr — via FRED
Real GDP per capita in Florida: $59,407 — via FRED
Home prices in Florida (year over year): +1.9% — via FRED
Median household income in Broward County: $74,534 — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Average commute time in Broward County: 29 min — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Most common commute in Broward County: Drove Alone (70%) — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Households with home internet in Broward County: 92% — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Nearby green space: 14 parks within 1.5km — closest is Stranahan Park. via OpenStreetMap
Nearest public transit: Central Terminal Bay A1 - Route 40 East (bus stop, 157m). via OpenStreetMap
Nearby history: Fort Lauderdale Woman's Club, listed 2019 (65m away) — via National Register of Historic Places
Typical climate: average high 83°F / low 69°F year-round (summers around 89°F, winters around 61°F) — via NOAA 1991-2020 Normals
Walkability: Most walkable — via EPA National Walkability Index
Typical rent nearby: $1,900/mo · $2,333/mo — via HUD Fair Market Rents
- Elevation 19m (62 ft)
Source: Wikipedia (state)
About this role & career path
Traits that fit this role
- Stress Tolerance
- Self-Control
- Cautiousness
- Integrity
- Dependability
Source: O*NET Work Styles (Distinctiveness Rank).
Typical preparation needed: Job Zone 3: Medium Preparation Needed. Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree. — via O*NET
Industry news
- DPS Announces Winners of 2026 Texas CVE Challenge - Texas Department of Public Safety (.gov)
- WatchGuard Video’s Law Enforcement Market Share Grows to 25 Percent - Police Magazine
- Texas DPS officers compete in 34th annual Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Texas Challenge - KRIS 6 News Corpus Christi
Source: O*NET (public-domain bulk data)
Salary & compensation
Workers in Protective Service occupations earn a national median of $55,816 — via US Census ACS / Data USA
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Listing facts
- Role Security Officer
- Employer GardaWorld
- Location Fort Lauderdale, Florida
- Type Part Time
- Pay (from listing) $34,320–$37,440/yr
- Posted July 24, 2026
- Apply by August 25, 2026
- Country United States
- Overview Full job description on this page (181 words)
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- Hacker News — Multimillion-dollar L.A. heist was seamless, sophisticated, stealthy
- Hacker News — Len Sassaman and Satoshi
- Hacker News — GardaWorld lost track of millions
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