Security Guard Cover Letter

Text Format

[Manager’s Name]

HR Manager

Company Name

Company Address

Date

Dear [Mr./Mrs./Ms.] [Manager’s Name],

Your company recently advertised on the Website’s Name website for a Head Security Officer. Kindly accept this application from a highly resourceful and skilled professional who is proficient in driving efficiencies, devising safety, security, and loss prevention procedures, and enhancing existing company assets.

I am skilled in converting conflict scenarios into positive outcomes through effective problem-solving and complaint handing skills. Currently employed with Carter-William Hospital as the Head Security Officer, I am responsible for monitoring and ensuring the safety of the 400+ room hospital compound. I have successfully managed the scheduling for the securing team which has led to an average payroll saving of $4000. I am pleased to state that my experience in handling emergency situations and theft prevention is above par with your expectations. Additionally, the training that I have received has provided me with the knowledge to cope with unforeseen threats.

To further support your base requirements, I can bring an enthusiastic and perspective to this position. I take direction well, but am also capable of working independently.

My resume is enclosed for your consideration. I firmly believe that I would be an asset to your team and would very much appreciate the opportunity to discuss how my experience and certifications could contribute to your firm.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,

[Your Name]

General Security Guard Cover Letter Tips

Before you start writing, make sure you know how to write a cover letter in a way that makes you seem like the best candidate for the job.

Security guard cover letters can range from simple mall security to high-level, top-secret clearance security at government facilities. As mentioned on the security officer resume sample page, this industry groups most workers into four different categories.

Although a basic cover letter template works well for all four positions, each category’s cover letter will be slightly different from the other. Here is how they can vary:

Residential Security

Residential cover letters will focus more on experiences, particularly years in the industry as listing employers is probably not very likely possible do to confidentiality agreements with previous clients.

security guard in surveillance booth — Security guards by day, next-level multiple monitor gamers by night..

Corporate Security

Corporate security cover letters, unlike residential letters have the ability to highlight previous employers names, with larger corporations garnering more respect with industry HRs.

Government Security

Government security cover letters are faced with a challenge similar to residential security letters as listing employers, job duties and locations may not always be legally possible.

Personal Security

Since most personal security professionals work for larger contractor agencies mentioning employers is possible. These cover letters will focus on more personal skills than specific duties as well.

As you can see the above cover letter sample utilizes key information in paragraph form and not bullet points. Both are acceptable however if the previous security employer must remain anonymous then writing skills and qualifications in short, non-overly descriptive bullet form might be best.