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Security Guard - Armed Salaries in Yellowknife, NT

• What is the average Security Guard - Armed salary for Yellowknife, NT?
  How much does a Security Guard - Armed in Yellowknife, NT make? The median annual Security Guard - Armed salary in Yellowknife, NT is C$82,200, as of July 27, 2026, with a range usually between C$70,238-C$100,211 not including bonus and benefit information and other factors that impact base pay. However, the salary for someone with the title Security Guard - Armed 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 Guard - Armed in Yellowknife, NT.

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  This chart describes the expected percentage of people who perform the job of Security Guard - Armed in Yellowknife, NT that make less than that salary. For example 50% of the people who perform the job of Security Guard - Armed in Yellowknife, NT are expected to make less than the median.
  Source: HR Reported data as of July 27, 2026

• Job Description for Security Guard - Armed
  Provides security and guards buildings, grounds, materials, work sites, or other venues. Monitors security systems and responds to alarms, reports of issues, or requests for assistance. Patrols an assigned location. Follows required gate-keeping procedures such as verifying visitor credentials, conducting inspections, or preparing paperwork. May operate an access control or identity system to control building access. Completes shift activity logs and inputs to systems. Typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Requires Basic Life Support (BLS). Typically requires Firearms Certification. Requires Security Guard License. Typically reports to a supervisor. Works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. Typically requires 3-5 years of related experience. View full job description

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