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?

"management is great" ((in 52 reviews)); "Good pay and close from home" ((in 51 reviews)); "Great benefits and laid back." ((in 47 reviews)); "they really care about their employees" ((in 20 reviews)); "The managers care about their employees." ((in 19 reviews))

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

"Supervisors are encouraged through money motivation rather than chosen for team leadership affinity and aptitude." ((in 12 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)); "You get promoted with no pay increase, was there for 3 yrs and never got a raise, you get employee of the month and not told about it til a year later." ((in 6 reviews)); "Pay could be a bit higher but it can be balanced out with optional overtime" ((in 6 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

Mar 10, 2025

Customer service

Stationary guard

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

It "s great to meet different people every day and to be able to address rules and regulations.

Cons

Sometimes at times it can get hectic.

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

Feb 26, 2025

Great job

Security patrol officer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Keeps me active. I do a three mile patrol all indoors. Nice uniforms but the quality of the winter coat could be better. The zipper keeps catching in the coat.

Cons

Wish they could offer a yearly cost of living increase.

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

Feb 24, 2025

An Innovative approach to Security Solutions!!!!

Security manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Sunstates entails everything you ever wanted in a security company. They offer great pay and benefits, have an excellent interactive training system, and strive to cultivate each individual's skills to elevate those interested in advancing within the company.

Cons

Their hiring process is geared toward those with an active license and security experience.

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

Unarmed Security Officers