Need help getting started in security (VA)

[spoon063]

I really want to get started in the security field and work my way into armed security (that's cliff notes of my entire plan). After looking into it, it seems like it should be so simple to get gaurd cards... however I have no idea where or who to start with as far as courses go. Anyone have any experience or advice?

 

[C45P312]

Re: Need help getting started in security (VA)

First and foremost, looking for a DCJS class that is unarmed and armed. Down here it is a one week class (40hrs) and my friend paid like $140. That should get you qualified for the most part so companies can start looking into you.

I'd look into Commonwealth Criminal Justice Academy. They're right in Fredericksburg. Shoot them an email. He can answer all your questions I'm sure.

http://www.ccjatraining.com/

 

[ranger1183]

Re: Need help getting started in security (VA)

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: spoon063</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I really want to get started in the security field and work my way into armed security (that's cliff notes of my entire plan). After looking into it, it seems like it should be so simple to get gaurd cards... however I have no idea where or who to start with as far as courses go. Anyone have any experience or advice? </div></div>

I was a Blackwater Contractor for Iraq and Afghanistan. Great pay, high risk.

Best way to get in the door is by being one of the following:

SEAL
Delta Force
Army Special Forces
Recon Marine
Army Ranger (combat duty with Ranger Battalian)
Air Force Pararescue
Air Force CCT

Must have combat experience (if you want the best chance of getting in).

All others; take a number and Blackwater/Xe, Triple Canopy, etc. will call you if they need you.

 

[LostMarine]

Re: Need help getting started in security (VA)

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: ranger1183</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: spoon063</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I really want to get started in the security field and work my way into armed security (that's cliff notes of my entire plan). After looking into it, it seems like it should be so simple to get gaurd cards... however I have no idea where or who to start with as far as courses go. Anyone have any experience or advice? </div></div>

I was a Blackwater Contractor for Iraq and Afghanistan. Great pay, high risk.

Best way to get in the door is by being one of the following:

SEAL
Delta Force
Army Special Forces
Recon Marine
Army Ranger (combat duty with Ranger Battalian)
Air Force Pararescue
Air Force CCT

Must have combat experience (if you want the best chance of getting in).

All others; take a number and Blackwater/Xe, Triple Canopy, etc. will call you if they need you. </div></div>

I agree with you, but i dont think he wants exactly that route, i think he wants a domestic suit/tie PSD gig. which still requires a more advanced tarining than justa armed/unar,ed security guard course.. look into ESI specifically, or any of the contractor companies will have courses available for civilians

 

[C45P312]

Re: Need help getting started in security (VA)

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: LostMarine</div><div class="ubbcode-body">which still requires a more advanced tarining than justa armed/unar,ed security guard course</div></div>
That may be true, but in the state of Virginia, everyone has to go through that armed/unarmed course if they want to work in state last time I checked.

 

[arborpro]

Re: Need help getting started in security (VA)

Google security guards schools for your state. you find some in your area.

 

[spoon063]

Re: Need help getting started in security (VA)

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Quote:</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I agree with you, but i dont think he wants exactly that route, i think he wants a domestic suit/tie PSD gig. which still requires a more advanced tarining than justa armed/unar,ed security guard course.. look into ESI specifically, or any of the contractor companies will have courses available for civilians </div></div>
suit/tie psd gig yes, if i had miltary experience then blackwater or the like would be my choice... but it's not.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: C45P312</div><div class="ubbcode-body">That may be true, but in the state of Virginia, everyone has to go through that armed/unarmed course if they want to work in state last time I checked. </div></div>
This is true.

does anyone know if you have to have completed you unarmed course before you can schedule your armed?

 

[KM375]

Re: Need help getting started in security (VA)

http://www.ccjatraining.com/courses-training/32e-pps-agent-outline.pdf

Look at this course outline, in order to get started in VA and the DC area you need to take this course its The 32 E PPS agent course. Then you can take the armed and unarmed courses to move you along in the Security field

EDIT : Here is the link to the State of VA DCJS page that shows entry level and inservice training http://www.dcjs.virginia.gov/pss/training/outlines/index.cfm


Blackwater used to offer this course as well.

 

[spoon063]

Re: Need help getting started in security (VA)

so you're saying 32e before 01e/07e/09e? and are those the main courses I need to look at taking?

 

[KM375]

Re: Need help getting started in security (VA)

Yes, the 32 E will let you get started in personal security as an unarmed PPS Without that course and the certification, you would not be licensed to perform any PPS security duties in the VA and DC area.
I believe the course is about $1800

Here is a company that hires security in Northern Va http://www.blackicesecurity.com/
I would contact them or
Tom Perroni at http://www.ccjatraining.com/index.htm

 

[J.Boyette]

Re: Need help getting started in security (VA)

Sir,

I am in the security industry, the above posts are somewhat right. I would tell you to follow these links and use the to find a good job.

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If you need more details let me know.

 

[spoon063]

Re: Need help getting started in security (VA)

you guys are awesome, really appreciate your help! on a side note... are any of these courses recognized in any other states (more specifically the 32e)?