Private Security Careers Quiz

Which federal department was created in response to the 9/11 attacks and now oversees many private security jobs?

• Department of Defense

• Federal Protective Service

• Department of Homeland Security

• US Marshals Service

What is the minimum age requirement for a Non-Commissioned Officer security guard in Texas?

• 16

• 18

• 21

• 25

What is a major disadvantage of working in private security compared to police work?

• Higher training requirements

• Lower respect and pay

• Higher risk of violence

• Less job availability

To become a Commissioned Security Officer in Texas, which classes must be completed?

• Level I only

• Level II and III

• Level III and IV

• Level I and IV

What is one major role of the Federal Protective Service?

• Protect national forests

• Monitor airport checkpoints

• Guard all federal buildings

• Enforce state laws

A person must be at least 21 years old to work as a Cruise Ship Security Officer.

• True

• False

The average annual salary of an armed guard in the private security field is approximately $30,000.

• True

• False

Texas Children's Hospital requires its security staff to have AED and Basic Life Support certifications.

• True

• False

Private Investigators in Texas can qualify with a 200-hour course in investigations.

• True

• False

Bounty hunters in Texas are allowed to display badges that identify them as federal agents.

• True

• False