Does First Coast Security pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, First Coast Security employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.0 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at First Coast Security. This rating has improved by 3% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at First Coast Security?

57% of First Coast Security employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated First Coast Security 3.2 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.3 for culture and values and 3.3 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at First Coast Security?

Security Officer (45) , Security Guard (14) , Unarmed Security Officer (14) , Armed Security Officer (6) , Shift Supervisor (6) , Protective Security Officer (4) , Supervisor (4) , Control Room Operator (3) , Unarmed Security Guard (3) , Armed Security Guard (2) , Patrol Officer (2) , Sergeant (2) , Site Security Supervisor (2)

What are the pros of working at First Coast Security according to real employee reviews?

"The pay is good but it all depends on which federal building you will be working in since all the building pay varies." ((in 26 reviews)); "Awesome people to work with" ((in 6 reviews)); "Coworkers are alright" ((in 3 reviews)); "Easy money and I mean real easy." ((in 3 reviews)); "Employees were able to work as much available overtime that was available." ((in 3 reviews))

What are the cons of working at First Coast Security according to real employee reviews?

"when i first started they had poor management" ((in 14 reviews)); "there is no benefit in this company" ((in 7 reviews)); "Mandatory overtime with bad account managers" ((in 4 reviews)); "Pay raises are hard to get as it is with all contract security company’s you don’t get a raise until the contract goes up in price" ((in 4 reviews)); "The turn over rate is insane, Ive seen 10 lead supervisors fired/moved in 3 years." ((in 4 reviews))

What are the top reviewed First Coast Security locations?

Jacksonville , Sterling , Hermiston , Chantilly , Washington , Columbus , Ashburn , Dublin , Boardman , Tampa , Umatilla , Columbia , Ormond Beach , Orlando , Cove Point , Kuna , Eagle Mountain , Fairfax , Herndon , Kansas City , Phoenix , Papillion , Dallas , Plano , Houston , Nashville , Smyrna , Springfield , New Albany , Westerville

First Coast Security reviews

3.5

57% would recommend to a friend

(172 total reviews)

Chris Austin

Not enough data to show CEO approval

52% positive business outlook

Company ratings over time

Ratings trend for the last 6 months (172 reviews)

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First Coast Security has an employee rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, based on 172 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The First Coast Security employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Management & Consulting industry (3.7 stars).

Reviews by job title

172 reviews

4.0

Jun 3, 2026

Good pay but limited career growth

Protective security officer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good to work there. Good money

Cons

Rover for 1 year at least.

2.0

Jun 1, 2026

Busy days can feel quick, but stress is high

Security control center operator

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

If you're into busy days this position can make the day past feel like a heart beat.

Cons

Stress out, and hard to manage

First Coast Security Response

1w

Thank you for the feedback — and for the work you did in our control center. You're right that the pace can make a shift fly by, and you're also right that managing that intensity is real. Supporting our operators through the high-stress stretches is something we're always working to do better. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and for the time you spent with us!

1.0

Mar 19, 2026

sparks location do not work here

Security guard

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

none at all they make sense

Cons

This company makes you sign a non discloser agreement and you cant have your phone with u period do not work here the company cant keep any one please move on

First Coast Security Response

1w

Thank you for your feedback. We are sorry your experience did not meet your expectations. The confidentiality agreement and phone restrictions are not the right fit for everyone. At secure sites like data centers, these are client requirements we hold every officer to, and we try to set that expectation clearly up front. We are dedicated to continuous betterment and appreciate the time you spent with us. We wish you the best going forward.

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Jobs at First Coast Security

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Unarmed Security Officer 2nd Shift 1300-2100

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