Security Guard Jobs in Derry, New Hampshire

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Explore security guard and security officer jobs in Derry. Compare available roles with the schedule, experience, and type of work you want. Create your free Guardix profile and follow each employer's application instructions.

Security guard jobs in Derry: quick answers

Are security guard jobs hiring in Derry right now?
There are no open listings in Derry on Guardix Jobs at the moment. Reviewed employers post new security jobs here; create a free profile to get a text when one matches your license and location.
Do I need a license to be a security guard in Derry?
In most cases, yes. New Hampshire distinguishes an agency license, an individual business license, and an employee license. In New Hampshire, licensing starts with New Hampshire State Police Permits and Licensing Unit.
What kinds of security jobs are common in Derry?
Typical posts in and around Derry include airport-area hotels, air cargo and aerospace facilities; and apartment communities, homeowner associations and gated neighborhoods, which need patrol and access control in most cities. Both armed and unarmed roles exist; each listing states which it is.
Is Guardix Jobs free for security guards?
Yes. Guardix Jobs is free for guards and employers. Every employer is reviewed by our team before posting, and every guard’s license is reviewed by our team before employers see it. We do not check licenses live with the state.

Security guard jobs hiring in Derry, NH

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Derry at a glance

A four-part profile of the city for security officers.

Location & Geography

  • Derry is in southeastern New Hampshire. It is centered in Rockingham County.
  • It lies about 40 miles north of Boston, Massachusetts, within that metro area.

Famous Features & Economic Identity

State economy: New Hampshire is known for manufacturing and technology in the south.

Landmarks are shown for local context. They aren’t employers or job listings.

Security Guard Industry Landscape

Typical post types for this area, not measured demand data.

  • Airport-area hotels, air cargo and aerospace facilities. Airport secure areas follow federal rules, and military bases mostly use their own or contracted security with separate screening.
  • Apartment communities, homeowner associations and gated neighborhoods, which need patrol and access control in most cities.

Conditions officers face

  • Winter cold, snow and ice on patrol routes, parking lots and outdoor posts.

Regulatory Expectations & Compliance (New Hampshire)

Regulator
New Hampshire State Police Permits and Licensing Unit. Security employees hold a state license.
Municipal licensing
Guardix's state review did not identify a separate Derry guard license. Confirm any worksite-specific rules with the employer and the facility.
Show New Hampshire’s rules on training, armed work, background checks, uniforms and police reporting
Licensing requirement
New Hampshire distinguishes an agency license, an individual business license, and an employee license. A person joining a covered guard service should use the correct employee route.
Training minimums
Follow current RSA 106-F and Saf-C 2200 requirements and the employer's assignment training. Ask State Police about instruction or firearms qualifications for the category you seek.
Armed versus unarmed
Confirm the armed-security application conditions, firearms qualifications, and any other applicable authorization with State Police. A general employee license should not be assumed to cover every armed assignment. Personal possession or carry authority and authorization to perform armed security services are different questions. Check the exact licensing category, firearms requirements, facility restrictions, and employer authorization.
Background checks
Follow the current New Hampshire State Police Permits and Licensing Unit application instructions for required criminal-history checks and any fingerprint submission. Prints or screening from a different employer or credential may not automatically be reusable.
Proof of authorization on duty
Use the on-duty proof required by New Hampshire State Police Permits and Licensing Unit and follow your employer's instructions. A training certificate, old card, or screenshot of an unapproved application should not be assumed to satisfy an issued-credential requirement.
Uniform, badge and equipment
Check the applicable New Hampshire rules and the employer's lawful post instructions. Do not use an insignia or title that falsely represents a police or government appointment. Confirm required protective equipment and who supplies it. Check New Hampshire law, the applicable licensing category, required equipment training, and employer policy. An unarmed job title or ordinary guard credential is not blanket permission to carry batons, sprays, electronic devices, handcuffs, or firearms.
Authority and police reporting
A guard credential does not grant blanket police powers. Any detention, arrest, search, or use of force depends on the actual law, role, and circumstances. Special appointments have their own limits. Follow lawful training and post orders, and involve the appropriate authorities when needed. Call 911 for emergencies; for everything else, report incidents to the Derry Police Department and the client as your post orders direct.

From New Hampshire’s licensing answers, checked October 18, 2026. General career information, not legal advice.

Know the assignment before you apply

Read the actual post duties, armed or unarmed status, worksite, employment type, shift pattern, posted compensation, and required qualifications. Role categories describe what to look for; live listings show what is currently open.

Ask who handles the employee-license process and whether any proposed sites are across a state line.

Bring your qualifications into focus

Add relevant experience, availability, location preferences, and accurate credential status to your profile. New to security? Look for listings that explicitly welcome entry-level applicants or describe employer-supported training.

Use the New Hampshire FAQs on this page to check the next step for your role. Confirm the actual worksite and lawful start status with the relevant authority and hiring employer.

Local job-search FAQs

What should I check before accepting a security post in Derry?

Ask who handles the employee-license process and whether any proposed sites are across a state line.

How should I compare pay for security jobs in Derry?

Use the compensation and benefits in the actual listing or written offer. Compare duties, schedule, travel, and required credentials. A city page is not a promise of a particular wage or offer.

Which licensing rules should I check for a post in Derry?

Start with New Hampshire State Police Permits and Licensing Unit for the applicable New Hampshire employee or individual category, then confirm any firearms, special-appointment, facility, and employer conditions for the actual post. A mailing address or regional job label should not replace the worksite information.

New Hampshire licensing and work FAQs

Licensing starting point: New Hampshire State Police Permits and Licensing Unit. These answers cover ordinary private-security applicant questions; the actual role and worksite determine which conditions apply.

Do I need a license or registration for security work in New Hampshire?

New Hampshire distinguishes an agency license, an individual business license, and an employee license. A person joining a covered guard service should use the correct employee route.

What training should applicants check in New Hampshire?

Follow current RSA 106-F and Saf-C 2200 requirements and the employer's assignment training. Ask State Police about instruction or firearms qualifications for the category you seek.

What changes if I want an armed security job in New Hampshire?

Confirm the armed-security application conditions, firearms qualifications, and any other applicable authorization with State Police. A general employee license should not be assumed to cover every armed assignment.

Can I apply before my credentials are complete, and when can I start work?

Apply to employers first and ask how the required employee application is handled. Confirm authorization before beginning duties that require a license.

Can I use a credential from another state or a previous employer?

Ask State Police whether employment changes require a new application or update. Do not treat an out-of-state guard card as a New Hampshire employee license.

Official licensing references

Licensing information last checked October 18, 2026. Rules change, so confirm with the authority before you rely on it.

Take the next step

Find the assignment that fits your experience and availability in Derry. Search actual openings or build your free profile for your next application.

General career information. Confirm current licensing and work requirements with the relevant authority and hiring employer. Guardix does not issue security licenses or guarantee an applicant's eligibility.

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