Working with kps security

From day one, officers are eligible to enroll in KPS Security’s comprehensive benefits package, which includes health, vision, dental, and life insurance, flexible spending accounts, uniform allowances, and a 401(k) plan with a 3% employer match.

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Working With KPS Secured, LLC

At KPS Secured, LLC, our strength is in our people. We are proud to hire and support professionals who take their role in public and private safety seriously. Whether you’re just entering the field of private security or bringing years of experience with you, KPS offers a workplace rooted in fairness, opportunity, and integrity.

Our Story: Built by Professionals, Led by Purpose

Originally founded in 2018 as Elite Protection by Bradley Townsend, the company quickly earned a trusted reputation for professional and reliable security services. In December 2023, the company was purchased by Chief Jacob Knowlton, a respected figure in private security with a vision for strong leadership, officer accountability, and industry advancement.

Now operating as KPS Secured, LLC, we continue to expand throughout the region—while staying true to our roots: treating people right, setting high standards, and delivering peace of mind through disciplined, professional service.

Our Culture: We Hire the Right People

KPS is not about quick hires or warm bodies. We hire within our culture—seeking out professionals who value discipline, accountability, and service. We promote a strong internal chain of command, respect for policy, and pride in appearance and performance.

We want officers who take ownership of their role and are looking for a team that backs them up. At KPS, you won’t be left on your own. You’ll be part of a team that values your contribution and helps you grow.

Pay That Matches Your Professionalism

We believe your compensation should reflect the responsibility you carry and the professionalism you bring to the field. KPS offers clear, structured pay tiers with performance-based opportunities to advance.

• Unarmed Security Officers
   
  • Starting Pay: $17.00 per hour
  • Top-Out Pay: $34.66 per hour
• Armed Security Officers
   
  • Starting Pay: $22.75 per hour
  • Top-Out Pay: $56.88 per hour

Top-end compensation is available to officers assigned to high-risk, critical infrastructure, supervisory, or highly specialized roles. Pay increases are determined by performance reviews, certifications, site complexity, reliability, and time in service.

Full-Time Benefits That Support You

Our officers protect people and property every day—and we believe in protecting them in return. Full-time KPS employees receive a robust benefits package that ensures peace of mind both on and off the job.

• Health Insurance – Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Life Insurance
• Uniform and Equipment Stipend
• Reimbursement for Certifications and Training
• Performance Bonuses and Referral Incentives

Pathways for Promotion and Specialization

At KPS, your job can become a career. We promote from within and provide clear tracks for advancement. Many of our field supervisors, dispatch leads, and training officers began their careers as site officers.

Opportunities include:

• Site Supervisors and Shift Commanders
• Mobile Armed Patrol Units
• Special Events and Emergency Response Teams
• Dispatch and Communications Operations
• Training and Compliance Administration

Why Choose KPS Secured, LLC?

• Locally owned and operated with real leadership presence
• Fair, structured scheduling and site assignments
• Officer support from dispatch to management
• Respect for your time, training, and professionalism
• Real advancement opportunities and top-tier pay for top-tier work

We’re not just filling shifts. We’re building a better private security workforce, one professional at a time.

Apply Today – Start Your Future With KPS

KPS Secured, LLC is actively hiring unarmed and armed officers for a wide range of posts, including full-time and part-time positions. If you’re a disciplined, reliable professional looking for a company that treats you with respect—we want to hear from you.