Is Sunstates Security a good company to work for?

Sunstates Security has an overall rating of 4.2 out of 5, based on over 746 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has decreased by 2% over the last 12 months. 83% of employees would recommend working at Sunstates Security to a friend and 80% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about Sunstates Security have been left by employees working as Regional Manager , Operations Manager and Supervisor .

Does Sunstates Security pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Sunstates Security employees rate their compensation and benefits as 4.0 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Sunstates Security. This rating has decreased by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Sunstates Security?

83% of Sunstates Security employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Sunstates Security 4.2 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.2 for culture and values and 4.2 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Sunstates Security?

Security Officer (185) , Operations Manager (44) , Security Guard (44) , Site Supervisor (30) , Account Manager (25) , Regional Manager (25) , Unarmed Security Officer (17) , Manager (16) , Site Manager (15) , Armed Security Officer (13) , Supervisor (13) , Business Development Manager (8) , Security Supervisor (7) , Unarmed Security Guard (7) , Security Officer - Site Supervisor (6)

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

"Good pay and close from home" ((in 55 reviews)); "Management is good the most part." ((in 47 reviews)); "Great benefits and laid back." ((in 44 reviews)); "The Managers care about their employees." ((in 22 reviews)); "they really care about their employees" ((in 19 reviews))

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

"Upper management does not keep their word whatsoever and don't expect any type of useful communication with them unless they need something from you." ((in 11 reviews)); "Supervisors are encouraged through money motivation rather than chosen for team leadership affinity and aptitude." ((in 11 reviews)); "A lot people talk about the pay but the pay could be better at any job." ((in 7 reviews)); "They expect you to always be at work even on your off days and there are no pay increases" ((in 6 reviews)); "Insurance is offered but is pricey." ((in 3 reviews))

What are the top reviewed Sunstates Security locations?

Raleigh , Charlotte , Savannah , Greensboro , Dallas , Houston , Cincinnati , Atlanta , Nashville , Orlando , Winston-Salem , Newark , Roanoke , New York , Phoenix , Durham , El Paso , Ontario , Portland , Fort Lauderdale , Fort Mill , Austin , San Antonio , Dover , Salt Lake City , Albuquerque , Maxton , Fort Worth , Indianapolis , Peoria

Sunstates Security reviews

4.2

83% would recommend to a friend

(731 total reviews)

Denis Kelly

88% approve of CEO

80% positive business outlook

Company ratings over time

Ratings trend for the last 6 months (731 reviews)

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Sunstates Security has an employee rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars, based on 731 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an excellent working experience there. The Sunstates 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

731 reviews

5.0

Oct 6, 2025

Contract Security with Class!

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Sunstates believes that taking care of their people is the foundation of exceptional service. As the company continues to grow, they remain committed to promoting from within, creating meaningful opportunities for advancement and long-term career development.

Cons

I do not have any cons to share.

Sunstates Security Response

9mo

Thanks for leaving a review. We're glad to hear you enjoy being part of the Sunstates team. Your feedback will be shared with the management team.

5.0

Oct 6, 2025

Great organization

Business development manager