Retail Security
Unarmed security for stores, shopping centers, and retail environments providing loss prevention, customer assistance, and theft deterrence.
California Licensed & Insured
Unarmed Security Guards in California
ShieldWise Security provides professional BSIS-licensed unarmed security guards throughout California for businesses, retail stores, office buildings, residential properties, and events. Our unarmed security officers offer cost-effective protection with excellent customer service, access control, monitoring, and incident response without the complexity of armed personnel, serving clients in 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 professional unarmed security guard services, providing cost-effective protection with exceptional customer service for businesses, retail stores, office buildings, residential communities, and properties throughout the state. Our BSIS-licensed unarmed security officers combine professional security expertise with approachable customer service, creating a safe environment while maintaining a welcoming atmosphere for employees, residents, and visitors.<br><br>Our unarmed security guards undergo comprehensive background checks, professional training in access control, surveillance, emergency response, de-escalation techniques, and customer service excellence. Every officer is licensed, insured, and trained to handle security responsibilities professionally while providing outstanding service to your organization.<br><br>Whether you need unarmed security for retail loss prevention, office building security, residential community protection, event security, or general property protection, ShieldWise Security provides customized unarmed guard solutions with flexible scheduling and rapid deployment across Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego, San Francisco, Sacramento, and all California cities.
Common Use Cases
When you need unarmed security guards in California
Office Buildings
Professional security officers for corporate offices, business parks, and commercial buildings managing access control and visitor screening.
Residential Communities
Unarmed guards for apartments, condos, gated communities, and HOAs ensuring resident safety and property protection.
Educational Facilities
Security officers for schools, colleges, and educational campuses creating safe learning environments with friendly, professional presence.
Healthcare Facilities
Unarmed security for medical offices, clinics, and healthcare facilities ensuring patient safety and staff protection.
Events & Venues
Professional event security for conferences, trade shows, corporate events, and gatherings requiring crowd management and access control.
Licensing, Vetting & Training
All ShieldWise unarmed security guards hold valid California Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) Guard Cards, ensuring full compliance with state licensing requirements. Our unarmed security officers complete extensive background checks including LiveScan fingerprinting, criminal history verification, employment verification, and reference checks. Each guard receives professional training in access control procedures, surveillance and monitoring techniques, emergency response protocols, fire safety, medical first aid, conflict de-escalation, customer service excellence, and incident documentation. We maintain comprehensive general liability insurance, workers' compensation coverage for all guards, and surety bonds as required by California law, providing our clients with complete protection and peace of mind.
BSIS Licensed
Fully Insured & Bonded
Background Checked
Professionally Trained
Flexible Engagement Options
Hourly Security Officers
Flexible hourly unarmed security starting at $35/hour
- BSIS-licensed professional officers
- Minimum 4-hour shifts
- No long-term contracts
- Same-day availability
Part-Time Coverage
Scheduled part-time security for specific days/times
- Consistent officer assignments
- Custom scheduling (days/evenings/weekends)
- Perfect for retail and offices
- Flexible month-to-month terms
Full-Time Security Programs
Dedicated full-time officers with preferred pricing
- Dedicated officer assignments
- Reduced rates for long-term contracts
- Site-specific training included
- 24/7 supervisor support
Statewide Coverage Across California
ShieldWise Security provides unarmed 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
Unarmed security guards provide professional security services without firearms, focusing on deterrence through visible presence, access control, monitoring, customer service, and incident reporting. They are ideal for lower-risk environments like retail stores, office buildings, residential properties, and events where a professional, approachable security presence is needed without the complexity and cost of armed personnel.
Unarmed security guard services in California typically range from $35-$75 per hour depending on location, shift type (day/night/weekend), number of guards needed, and contract length. Part-time and full-time contract programs offer discounted rates. Contact us for a customized quote based on your specific security needs.
Yes, all ShieldWise unarmed security guards hold valid California Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) Guard Cards as required by state law. Every guard completes background checks, professional training, and maintains current licensing and insurance.
Unarmed security guards provide access control and visitor screening, surveillance and property monitoring, regular patrols (foot and vehicle), incident response and reporting, customer service and assistance, loss prevention and theft deterrence, emergency coordination with law enforcement/fire, parking enforcement, and detailed activity logs.
Unarmed security guards in California have the same citizen's arrest authority as any private citizen under California Penal Code 837. They can detain individuals for felonies committed in their presence but must immediately contact law enforcement. Our guards are trained in proper detention procedures, legal limitations, and de-escalation techniques to handle situations professionally and lawfully.
Yes, ShieldWise Security provides unarmed security guard services for corporate events, conferences, trade shows, weddings, private parties, community events, and gatherings throughout California. We offer event planning consultation, customized security staffing, crowd management, access control, and professional service.
We offer same-day unarmed security deployment for emergency needs in Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Diego areas. For scheduled security services, we can typically deploy guards within 24-48 hours statewide across California, depending on the number of officers needed and specific requirements.
Unarmed security is commonly used in retail stores and shopping centers, office buildings and business parks, residential apartments and condos, schools and educational facilities, healthcare clinics and medical offices, warehouses and distribution centers, hotels and hospitality, manufacturing facilities, corporate events and conferences, and government buildings.
Ready to Secure Your Property or Event?
Get a customized security quote from California's trusted security professionals
Licensed & Insured
24/7 Availability
15+ Years in Business
500+ Satisfied Clients