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 50 reviews)); "Great benefits and laid back." ((in 48 reviews)); "Management is great" ((in 46 reviews)); "The managers care about their employees." ((in 22 reviews)); "they really care about their employees" ((in 16 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)); "Communication is almost non existent, politics and favoritism is rampant." ((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

Jun 10, 2025

Site supervisor

Post captain

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Better Pay ,Leading by Example,Being able to be flexible with my schedule

Cons

Having to deal with Multiple call offs. Officers making complaints to HR or to Operations when Being addressed of a issue. Ex Being out of uniform or performance issues. Being late to work.

Sunstates Security Response

1y

Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review. It's great to hear you enjoy working for us, the management team has been provided with your feedback.

5.0

Jun 5, 2025

Awesome Leadership

Account manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

I really appreciate the positive attitude and leadership’s approach to problem-solving — it always feels like my team and upper management are working with me, not against me.

Cons

Right now, I don’t see any cons. Everything in my opinion has been running smoothly.

Sunstates Security Response

1y

Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review. It's great to hear you enjoy working for us, the management team has been provided with your feedback.

5.0

Jun 4, 2025

Very satisfied with Sunstates

Site supervisor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Excellent pay, great benefits, excellent communication with management, a supportive environment and flexible hours.

Cons

There are no cons with Sunstates.

Sunstates Security Response

1y

Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review. It's great to hear you enjoy working for us, the management team has been provided with your feedback.

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Jobs at Sunstates Security

Unarmed Security Officers

Unarmed Security Officers

3rd Shift Unarmed Security Officer - $17.00

3rd Shift Unarmed Security Officer - $17.00