Nova Scotia · NOC 64410
Security Guard Jobs in Nova Scotia — 2026
No security guard postings in Nova Scotia in the last four weeks. The salary benchmark, licensing notes and NOC code below still apply — and the other provinces are one click away.
- Jobs available
- 0
- Median salary
- $37,206
- NOC code
- 64410
About security guard work in Nova Scotia
Salary range
Postings for security guards and related security service occupations in Nova Scotia run from about $35,880 at the 25th percentile to $41,730 at the 75th, with a median of $37,206 per year (2026-05, 22 postings).
NOC code
64410 — Security guards and related security service occupations. This is the code you enter for Express Entry, the Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP), 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 Nova Scotia are flagged LMIA-eligible. Newcomers can also look at the Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP) and the LMIA employer list.
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Security Guard jobs in Nova Scotia
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the average salary for a security guard in Nova Scotia?
- The median salary for security guards and related security service occupations in Nova Scotia is $37,206 per year, with most postings between $35,880 and $41,730 (2026-05).
- Do I need a Canadian licence to work as a security guard in Nova Scotia?
- 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 Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP), and Job Bank.