Marine Security Guard Salary in Newport News, VA

How much does a Marine Security Guard make in Newport News, VA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Marine Security Guard in Newport News, VA is $36,205. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $32,404 to $40,722, with most professionals earning between $28,944 and $44,834.

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What is a Marine Security Guard?

A Marine Security Guard is responsible for providing security at United States embassies and consulates located in foreign countries. They are tasked with protecting classified information, personnel, and property, as well as maintaining order and enforcing regulations. Marine Security Guards are also trained to respond to emergency situations and provide assistance to embassy staff and visitors. They must be physically fit, highly disciplined, and able to handle high-stress situations with professionalism and composure. Additionally, they may be required to conduct security assessments and participate in training exercises to ensure the safety and security of the embassy or consulate.

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What does a Marine Security Guard do?

Common responsibilities of a Marine Security Guard

Monitoring and controlling access to U.S. diplomatic facilities.

September 04, 2023

Conducting security patrols and inspections of U.S. diplomatic facilities.

September 09, 2023

Conducting background checks on local employees and contractors.

September 15, 2023

Maintaining and operating security equipment and systems at U.S. diplomatic facilities.

September 28, 2023

Protecting classified information and materials at U.S. diplomatic facilities.

October 02, 2023

Providing security for U.S. diplomatic personnel and their families.

October 06, 2023

Liaising with local law enforcement and security agencies.

October 11, 2023

Responding to security incidents and emergencies at U.S. diplomatic facilities.

November 09, 2023

Conducting security training for U.S. diplomatic personnel and local staff.

November 12, 2023

Providing security briefings and updates to U.S. diplomatic personnel.

November 19, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Marine Security Guard in Newport News, VA

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36404

What is the average salary for Marine Security Guard in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Marine Security Guard in Newport News, VA. The base salary for Marine Security Guard ranges from $32,404 to $40,722 with the average base salary of $36,205. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $32,584 to $41,021 with the average total cash compensation of $36,404.

View Average Salary for Marine Security Guard as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$36,205	$32,404 - $40,722
Bonus	$199	$180 - $299
Total Pay	$36,404	$32,584 - $41,021

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Marine Security Guard Salary Near Newport News, VA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Newport News, VA
CITY, STATE Hampton, VA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $32,404 - $40,722	COMPARE TO Newport News, VA 0%
CITY, STATE Norfolk, VA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $32,332 - $40,631	COMPARE TO Newport News, VA
CITY, STATE Portsmouth, VA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $32,332 - $40,631	COMPARE TO Newport News, VA
CITY, STATE Suffolk, VA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $32,280 - $40,566	COMPARE TO Newport News, VA
CITY, STATE Chesapeake, VA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $32,290 - $40,579	COMPARE TO Newport News, VA
CITY, STATE Virginia Beach, VA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $32,849 - $41,281	COMPARE TO Newport News, VA

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About Newport News, Virginia

Newport News is located at 37°4′15″N 76°29′4″W / 37.07083°N 76.48444°W / 37.07083; -76.48444 (37.071046, −76.484557). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 120 square miles (310 km2), of which 69 square miles (180 km2) is land and 51 square miles (130 km2) (42.4%) is water. The city is located at the Peninsula side of Hampton Roads in the Tidewater region of Virginia, bordering the Atlantic Ocean. The Hampton Roads Metropolitan Statistical Area (officially known as the Virginia Beach-Norfolk-Newport News, VA-NC MSA) is the 37th largest in the nation with...

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About Newport News, Virginia Newport News is located at 37°4′15″N 76°29′4″W / 37.07083°N 76.48444°W / 37.07083; -76.48444 (37.071046, −76.484557). According to the United State....More

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