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Security Director Salaries in Calgary, AB

• What is the average Security Director salary for Calgary, AB?
  How much does a Security Director in Calgary, AB make? The median annual Security Director salary in Calgary, AB is C$190,053, as of August 26, 2026, with a range usually between C$168,496-C$216,333 not including bonus and benefit information and other factors that impact base pay. However, the salary for someone with the title Security Director may vary depending on a number of factors including industry, company size, location, years of experience and level of education. Our team of Certified Compensation Professionals has analyzed survey data collected from thousands of HR departments at companies of all sizes and industries to present this range of annual salaries for people with the job title Security Director in Calgary, AB.

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  This chart describes the expected percentage of people who perform the job of Security Director in Calgary, AB that make less than that salary. For example 50% of the people who perform the job of Security Director in Calgary, AB are expected to make less than the median.
  Source: HR Reported data as of August 26, 2026

• Job Description for Security Director
  Implements overall security strategy, policies, and standards to ensure the physical safety of all visitors, employees, or customers to the organization's facilities and the security of property and assets. Conducts regular audits and inspections to assess, identify, and mitigate any security vulnerabilities or gaps. Implements staff training and establishes operational plans for crisis response, disaster recovery, evacuation, workplace violence, and other emergency events. Manages and maintains systems, alarms, and other physical security measures. Delivers education programs and communications on security policies and topics to ensure staff is adequately informed and equipped to manage potential security issues. Participates in local, state, provincial, or federal working or advisory groups to keep abreast with all security-related information, directives, and events. Leads and directs significant investigations and critical event responses in coordination with law enforcement and other officials or agencies. Possess a broad knowledge of law enforcement methods, tactics, and procedures. Requires a bachelor's degree in law enforcement, criminal justice, security, or related discipline. Typically reports to senior management. Manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. View full job description

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