Find Security Companies in Oregon
Compare Oregon security companies by location, services, and industry. Find providers for your property or event, research security employers, and explore companies with career opportunities across the state.
Explore the Oregon Security Companies Directory
Start with the way you want to search. Browse local providers, compare common security services, or research Oregon employers and current security opportunities.
Browse by City
Find security companies serving Portland, Salem, Eugene, Bend, Medford, and communities throughout Oregon.
Browse by Security Service
Compare armed and unarmed security, mobile patrol, event coverage, healthcare security, and specialty services.
Browse Companies Hiring
Research major Oregon security employers, hiring requirements, career paths, and available job opportunities.
Want a broader look at the major providers operating statewide? See The Biggest Security Companies in Oregon.
Featured Oregon Security Employers
Research major employers with dedicated Oregon Security Guide profiles. Compare hiring information, career paths, requirements, and related security opportunities.
Browse Oregon Security by City
Use the city links below to explore the strongest local Oregon Security Guide resources currently available. Portland has a dedicated security-company directory; other linked cities currently lead to local security jobs and employer resources while the company directory expands.
Willamette Valley
Southern Oregon
More Oregon Areas
Bend, Eugene, Roseburg, Ashland, Klamath Falls, Coos Bay, Astoria, Newport, and additional city-specific company pages will be added as verified directory listings grow.
Browse Security Companies by Industry
- Hospital Security
- Corporate Security
- Retail Security
- Cannabis Security
- Industrial Security
- Construction Security
- Apartment Security
- Government Security
- Executive Protection
- Event Security
- Casino Security
- Maritime Security
- Warehouse Security
Services Offered by Oregon Security Companies
Oregon security companies may provide armed or unarmed officers, mobile patrol, event coverage, healthcare security, and other specialized services. Availability varies by provider, location, staffing, and contract requirements.
Verify a Company Before Hiring
Use the Oregon DPSST Private Security Entity License Search to confirm that a company has an issued entity license or valid temporary authorization. An “active” entity listing by itself does not necessarily mean the company is currently licensed.
Armed Security
Armed officers may be used for higher-risk assignments, financial institutions, cash logistics, dispensaries, government facilities, or sites protecting high-value property. Officers carrying firearms must hold the appropriate Oregon DPSST certification.
Unarmed Security
Unarmed security is common at offices, retail stores, apartments, hotels, hospitals, warehouses, construction sites, and access-control posts. Duties may include patrols, visitor assistance, observation, documentation, and rule enforcement.
Mobile Patrol
Mobile patrol can provide scheduled or unscheduled property checks, lock and unlock service, alarm response, parking and grounds inspections, and after-hours documentation without assigning a dedicated officer to one site.
Event Security
Event coverage may include access control, guest assistance, bag checks, restricted-area monitoring, crowd observation, and emergency support at concerts, sporting events, festivals, corporate events, and community gatherings.
Healthcare Security
Healthcare security may involve visitor management, de-escalation, behavioral-health response, emergency support, workplace-violence prevention, access control, and patient or staff safety. Some healthcare systems employ officers directly rather than through a contract company.
How to Choose a Security Guard Company
Before requesting a quote or signing a contract, ask the company about licensing, staffing, supervision, and how its services will match the needs of your property or event.
- Does the company have a current Oregon private security entity license or valid temporary authorization?
- Are the officers assigned to the contract properly certified for the work they will perform?
- Does the company carry appropriate insurance, and can it provide proof of coverage?
- Does it have experience with your industry, location, risk level, or type of assignment?
- How are officers screened, trained, supervised, and replaced when someone calls out?
- Is supervisory or management support available during the hours you need coverage?
- What reports, patrol records, incident documentation, or technology will the company provide?
- Does the written quote clearly explain staffing levels, hours, duties, equipment, rates, and additional charges?
Always confirm licensing and service details directly with DPSST and the company before making a hiring decision.
What Each Company Profile Will Include
- Company overview
- Headquarters and Oregon locations
- Service areas
- Security services offered
- Current careers and related jobs
- Estimated pay and benefits
- Hiring process
- Licensing and experience requirements
- Company website
- Phone and contact information
- Hiring status
- Frequently asked questions
How to Use This Directory
- Choose your city or the part of Oregon where you need security services or employment.
- Select the type of service or industry that best fits your needs.
- Open a company profile to review services, locations, hiring details, and contact information.
- Visit the company website or related job listing to apply, request a quote, or learn more.
Are You an Oregon Security Company?
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Looking for Security Work?
Browse Oregon security jobs, learn about DPSST certification, and compare employers before you apply.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find a security company near me in Oregon?
Use the city section to find companies serving your area. As individual city pages are added, each page will include local providers, service areas, and hiring information.
Which Oregon security companies are hiring?
Companies with verified openings will receive a hiring badge. Employer profiles will also link to current security jobs when available.
Can I compare armed and unarmed security companies?
Yes. Company listings will identify whether a provider offers armed security, unarmed security, or both, along with any specialty services.
How can a security company be added to the directory?
Companies can contact Oregon Security Guide to request a new listing or submit corrections to an existing profile.
Oregon Security Guide is an independent resource and is not affiliated with DPSST, the State of Oregon, or the companies listed in this directory.