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 54 reviews)); "Management is great" ((in 51 reviews)); "Great benefits and laid back." ((in 43 reviews)); "The Managers care about their employees." ((in 20 reviews)); "they really care about their employees" ((in 20 reviews))

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

"Overtime is scarce and Upper Management lacks diversity." ((in 12 reviews)); "Supervisors are encouraged through money motivation rather than chosen for team leadership affinity and aptitude." ((in 11 reviews)); "Pay could be a bit higher but it can be balanced out with optional overtime" ((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

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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

Aug 13, 2025

Top Notch Employment

Security officer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Flexibility, endless job opportunities, opportunities to grow, caring and understanding management team to say the least.

Cons

No cons at this time.

Sunstates Security Response

10mo

Thanks for leaving a review. Your comments and concerns have been shared with the management team. We appreciate your Feedback.

5.0

Jul 11, 2025

Working with a team of dedicated employees

Sr operations manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Team/family environment, everyone pulls together to complete the common goal.

Cons

One challenge in the security industry can be irregular hours and shifts. Although we accept a position knowing well that it’s a 24 seven environment, the work life balance, sometimes becomes challenging.

Sunstates Security Response

12mo

Thanks for leaving a review. Your comments and concerns have been shared with the management team. We appreciate your Feedback.

5.0

Jul 11, 2025

A great company to work for!

Security officer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

HR was amazing with helping me get onboarding and walking through everything she was amazing and so patient Ms.Monica

Cons

Nothing yet great people in the office

Sunstates Security Response

12mo

Thanks for leaving a review. Your comments and concerns have been shared with the management team. We appreciate your feedback.

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Jobs at Sunstates Security

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