Financial Institutions
Armed guards for banks, credit unions, and financial centers requiring high-security protection for cash handling, ATMs, and customer safety.
California Licensed & Insured
Armed Security Guards in California
ShieldWise Security provides BSIS-licensed armed security guards throughout California with military and law enforcement-trained professionals. Our armed guards offer enhanced protection for high-risk properties, executive protection, events, and businesses requiring immediate armed response capability with guaranteed 24/7 availability and sub-15-minute emergency response times across Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego, and statewide.
BSIS Licensed & Insured
24/7 Dispatch & Rapid Response
Trained, Vetted, Professional Guards
Overview
ShieldWise Security delivers California's most trusted armed security guard services, featuring BSIS-licensed armed personnel with military and law enforcement backgrounds. Our armed guards provide the highest level of protection for businesses, properties, events, and individuals requiring enhanced security with immediate armed response capability. With over 15 years of experience and 500+ armed guards available statewide, we serve clients throughout California including Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego, San Francisco, Sacramento, and all major metropolitan areas.<br><br>Our armed security officers undergo rigorous background checks, 80+ hours of specialized training, and maintain current firearms permits in compliance with California Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) regulations. Every armed guard is insured, bonded, and trained in threat assessment, de-escalation techniques, emergency response protocols, and tactical security operations.<br><br>Whether you need armed security for corporate facilities, high-value asset protection, executive protection, special events, or high-risk environments, ShieldWise Security provides customized armed guard solutions with rapid deployment throughout California. Our 24/7 command center ensures immediate response and coordination for any security situation.
Common Use Cases
When you need armed security guards in California
High-Value Retail
Armed security for jewelry stores, luxury retailers, and high-end boutiques protecting valuable merchandise and preventing theft.
Corporate Facilities
Armed protection for corporate headquarters, data centers, and facilities with sensitive assets or high-profile executives.
High-Profile Events
Armed security for concerts, festivals, political events, celebrity appearances, and VIP gatherings requiring enhanced protection.
Executive Protection
Personal armed security details for executives, high-net-worth individuals, celebrities, and dignitaries requiring close protection.
High-Risk Properties
Armed guards for cannabis facilities, warehouses with valuable inventory, construction sites, and properties in high-crime areas.
Licensing, Vetting & Training
All ShieldWise armed security guards hold valid California Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) Guard Cards and Exposed Firearms Permits, ensuring full compliance with state regulations. Our armed personnel undergo extensive background checks including LiveScan fingerprinting, criminal history verification, and employment history validation. Each armed guard completes a minimum of 80 hours of specialized training covering firearms proficiency, use of force laws, threat assessment, de-escalation techniques, emergency medical response, and tactical security operations. Many of our armed guards are military veterans or former law enforcement officers with real-world tactical experience. We maintain comprehensive liability insurance, workers' compensation coverage, and surety bonds exceeding state requirements, providing our clients with complete peace of mind.
BSIS Licensed
Fully Insured & Bonded
Background Checked
Professionally Trained
Flexible Engagement Options
Hourly Armed Guards
Flexible hourly armed security guard services starting at $75/hour
- BSIS-licensed armed personnel
- Minimum 4-hour shifts
- No long-term contracts required
- Same-day deployment available
Event Security Packages
Customized armed security for events of any size
- Event risk assessments
- Scalable armed guard teams
- Crowd management & VIP protection
- Emergency response planning
Contract Security Programs
Long-term armed security contracts with dedicated personnel
- Dedicated armed guard assignments
- Preferred client pricing
- Custom post orders & protocols
- 24/7 supervisor support
Statewide Coverage Across California
ShieldWise Security provides armed security guards throughout California with rapid deployment and local expertise in major metropolitan areas and cities statewide.
Los Angeles
Orange County
San Diego
San Jose
San Francisco
Sacramento
Fresno
Long Beach
Oakland
Bakersfield
Anaheim
Santa Ana
Riverside
Irvine
Stockton
Chula Vista
Don't see your city? We serve clients throughout California. Contact us for coverage in your area.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, all our armed security guards hold valid California Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) Guard Cards and Exposed Firearms Permits. Every armed guard completes extensive background checks, firearms training, and maintains current licensing as required by California law.
Armed security guard services typically range from $75-$125 per hour depending on the assignment complexity, location, number of guards required, and shift duration. We offer flexible hourly rates, event packages, and discounted contract pricing for long-term engagements. Contact us for a customized quote.
We offer same-day armed security deployment for emergency situations throughout Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Diego with guaranteed response times under 15 minutes. For planned security needs, we can deploy armed guards within 24-48 hours statewide across California.
Our armed security personnel complete 80+ hours of specialized training including firearms proficiency and qualification, California use of force laws, threat assessment and response, de-escalation techniques, emergency medical response (CPR/First Aid), tactical operations, and security report writing. Many guards have military or law enforcement backgrounds.
Yes, ShieldWise Security provides armed security guard services for concerts, festivals, corporate events, political gatherings, VIP appearances, and high-profile private events throughout California. We conduct event risk assessments and deploy appropriate armed security teams based on venue size, attendance, and threat level.
Armed security is commonly required for banks and financial institutions, jewelry stores and high-value retail, cannabis dispensaries and cultivation facilities, corporate headquarters and data centers, construction sites with valuable equipment, warehouses and distribution centers, and properties in high-crime areas.
Yes, ShieldWise Security maintains comprehensive general liability insurance, professional liability coverage, workers' compensation insurance for all guards, and surety bonds exceeding California state requirements. We provide certificates of insurance to all clients upon request.
Armed security guards in California have the same arrest authority as private citizens under California Penal Code 837. Guards can detain individuals for felonies committed in their presence and must immediately notify law enforcement. Our guards are trained in proper detention procedures, use of force limitations, and legal liability.
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15+ Years in Business
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