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Security Specialist Salaries in Red Deer, AB

• What is the average Security Specialist salary for Red Deer, AB?
  How much does a Security Specialist in Red Deer, AB make? The median annual Security Specialist salary in Red Deer, AB is C$80,146, as of September 23, 2026, with a range usually between C$69,573-C$93,692 not including bonus and benefit information and other factors that impact base pay. However, the salary for someone with the title Security Specialist 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 Specialist in Red Deer, AB.

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  This chart describes the expected percentage of people who perform the job of Security Specialist in Red Deer, AB that make less than that salary. For example 50% of the people who perform the job of Security Specialist in Red Deer, AB are expected to make less than the median.
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• Job Description for Security Specialist
  Administers, coordinates, and evaluates security programs that support the strategy, policies, and standards established for the physical safety of all visitors, employees, or customers to the organization's facilities and the security of property and assets. Compiles data and analyzes results of audits, inspections, daily logs, and incident reports to assess security vulnerabilities, measure program effectiveness, and identify the need for additional resources. Coordinates any required security clearance processing or investigative research for employees or job candidates with applicable entities. Assists with the development of training, education programs, and communications on security policies and topics to ensure staff is prepared for potential security issues, crisis response, disaster recovery, evacuation, workplace violence, and other emergency events. Monitors communications and stays informed about local, state, provincial, or federal security-related information, directives, and events. May coordinate or assist with investigations and critical event responses in coordination with law enforcement and other officials. Understands law enforcement methods, tactics, and procedures. Typically requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Typically requires 2-4 years of related experience. View full job description

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