What is the average salary for a security guard in British Columbia?

The median salary for security guards and related security service occupations in British Columbia is $44,720 per year, with most postings between $41,704 and $46,618 (2026-08). 1 of the 3 current Security Guard postings in British Columbia on Jobily state a salary.

What is the NOC code for security guard?

The NOC 2021 code for security guard is 64410 (Security guards and related security service occupations). This is the code used for Express Entry, the BC Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP), and Job Bank.

British Columbia · NOC 64410

Security Guard Jobs in British Columbia — 2026

3 security guard jobs posted in British Columbia in the last four weeks, with salary benchmarks, licensing notes and the employers hiring most.

Jobs available: 3
Median salary: $44,720
NOC code: 64410

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Salary range

Postings for security guards and related security service occupations in British Columbia run from about $41,704 at the 25th percentile to $46,618 at the 75th, with a median of $44,720 per year (2026-08, 38 postings).

$37,960median $44,720$83,200

NOC code

64410 — Security guards and related security service occupations. This is the code you enter for Express Entry, the BC Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP), and Job Bank.

Licensing and qualifications

Yes. Every province licenses security guards; you must complete the provincial training course and exam and hold a valid licence before starting.

What employers ask for: A valid provincial security guard licence, a clean criminal record check, first aid and CPR, and often a driver’s licence for mobile patrol.

LMIA and immigration

None of the current security guard postings in British Columbia are flagged LMIA-eligible. Newcomers can also look at the BC Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) and the LMIA employer list.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the average salary for a security guard in British Columbia?: The median salary for security guards and related security service occupations in British Columbia is $44,720 per year, with most postings between $41,704 and $46,618 (2026-08). 1 of the 3 current Security Guard postings in British Columbia on Jobily state a salary.
Do I need a Canadian licence to work as a security guard in British Columbia?: Yes. Yes. Every province licenses security guards; you must complete the provincial training course and exam and hold a valid licence before starting.
What is the NOC code for security guard?: The NOC 2021 code for security guard is 64410 (Security guards and related security service occupations). This is the code used for Express Entry, the BC Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP), and Job Bank.