- Company: GardaWorld
- Location: Lompoc, California
- Salary: Pay not listed
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
GardaWorld is a Canadian private security company founded in 1995 and headquartered in Montreal, Quebec. As of early 2022 it reported about 120,000 employees. In the U.S. it operates as United American Security LLC, doing business as GardaWorld. More background is on Wikipedia and garda.com.
2,325 Wikipedia views in June 2026 — a rough gauge of public visibility.
Security Officer - Bank Retail, GardaWorld, Lompoc, California
Position Summary
GardaWorld Security Services is currently seeking a dedicated Surveillance Security Officer to join our team in Lompoc, California. This role involves monitoring and analyzing multiple screens for any potential security threats. The ideal candidate will possess excellent observation skills with a keen eye for detail.
Key Responsibilities
- Capture and report all relevant information from surveillance footage to prevent potential security breaches.
- Respond promptly to any unusual activities or incidents by initiating appropriate measures.
- Maintain thorough records of all observations and reports.
- Work closely with other team members to ensure a coordinated response in case of emergencies.
Who We're Looking For
GardaWorld is seeking candidates who can demonstrate the following skills:
- A strong ability to observe and analyze details from multiple screens simultaneously.
- Excellent communication and reporting abilities.
- The capacity to work independently while adhering to strict security protocols.
- A proactive attitude towards identifying potential threats before they become issues.
About the Company
GardaWorld Security Services is a leading provider of comprehensive security solutions, dedicated to protecting people and assets. With a strong emphasis on professionalism and commitment, we offer a supportive work environment where your skills will be valued and utilized effectively.
How to Apply
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What people say about GardaWorld
Public discussion is mixed and event-driven rather than review-based. Hacker News threads have covered high-profile cash and armored-related incidents, including posts such as GardaWorld lost track of millions and coverage of a large L.A. heist. Company-side news includes financing, live video monitoring for cargo theft, airport security union developments, and ongoing hiring.
- 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 Lompoc, California
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The role is based in Lompoc, California, California (display area 93436). California sits on the Pacific Coast and is the most populous U.S. state; see California on Wikipedia. Expect on-site bank-retail security work in a Central Coast community—not remote.
California is a U.S. state in the Western United States that lies on the Pacific Coast. It borders Oregon to the north, and Nevada and Arizona to the east; it also shares an international border with the Mexican state of Baja California to the south. With over 39 million residents across an area of 163,696 square miles (423,970 km2), it is the largest U.S. state by population and third-largest by
🇺🇸 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 California: 5.3% — via U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Cost of living in California: 10.7% above the national average — via BEA
Minimum wage in California: $16.90/hr — via FRED
Real GDP per capita in California: $86,110 — via FRED
Home prices in California (year over year): +1.8% — via FRED
Median household income in Santa Barbara County: $95,977 — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Average commute time in Santa Barbara County: 21 min — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Most common commute in Santa Barbara County: Drove Alone (65%) — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Households with home internet in Santa Barbara County: 93% — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Nearby green space: 6 parks within 1.5km — closest is Centennial Square. via OpenStreetMap
Nearby history: Lompoc Public Library, listed 1990 (237m away) — via National Register of Historic Places
Typical climate: average high 68°F / low 49°F year-round (summers around 72°F, winters around 43°F) — via NOAA 1991-2020 Normals
Walkability: Most walkable — via EPA National Walkability Index
Typical rent nearby: $2,746/mo · $3,124/mo — via HUD Fair Market Rents
- Elevation 34m (112 ft)
Source: Wikipedia (state)
Build the skills for this role
- Customer service under pressure and calm de-escalation
- Observation, incident reporting, and radio/phone protocols
- Access control and bank-site post orders
- Basic first aid/CPR and emergency response as required by the site
- Reliability, integrity, and professional appearance for retail banking environments
- Why bank retail security vs. general guard posts
- How you handle difficult customers while protecting people and assets
- Examples of following post orders and escalating correctly
- Availability for fixed shifts in Lompoc / Santa Barbara County
- Comfort with cash-handling escort rules and confidentiality
Best fit if you want steady on-site retail bank security with a large global guard provider (GardaWorld) in Lompoc. Less fit if you need remote work, heavy patrol variety, or a role with published pay and cert ladders in the listing data.
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Listing facts
- Role Security Officer – Bank Retail
- Employer GardaWorld
- Location Lompoc, California
- Type Full Time
- Pay (from listing) Pay not listed
- Posted July 24, 2026
- Apply by August 24, 2026
- Country United States
- Overview Full job description on this page (271 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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