Armed Security Guard Services

For nearly 30 years, DK Security has gone above and beyond in our commitment to protect you and your organization. When unarmed security guards do not sufficiently meet your need for high-level protection, armed security guards are an extremely effective means of securing your employees, visitors, and assets.

Our uniformed and plain-clothed armed security officers undergo extensive training, are thoroughly vetted, and provide over 17,000 hours of service each month. If you are unsure of whether you need armed security, we’ll guide you through the process with a free threat assessment and review the most beneficial security measures for your business.

Why Hire Armed Security?

Protect Your Assets

Without proper security, your assets can become a soft target for thieves or vandals. Valuable equipment, and financial assets are at risk across industries, and their damage or theft can have a real effect on your livelihood or the success of your organization. The same goes for confidential documents, which belong behind closed doors and should be safe from theft or breach.

Sometimes, the sight of a uniformed security guard is not enough to deter criminals. Armed security is an unquestionable visual deterrent and elevates the safeguarding of your most important assets.

Have an Armed Response to Threats

Senseless violence is continuously on the rise, making it increasingly important to be mindful of personal protection in the workplace. Managing the safety of your people can be stressful and unrewarding; contracting armed security offers you peace of mind in an environment where unexpected attacks are a real possibility.

It’s better to be proactive and have a security plan already developed rather than run the risk of violence with no emergency procedures in place. Armed guards are a great step towards emergency preparedness and there are plenty of other ways to prepare for risks of violence at your organization today.

Who Needs Armed Security Guard Services?

Schools

Security has become a major concern on school campuses of all kinds. They are a regular site of senseless violence and benefit substantially from having an immediate response to safety concerns. Armed security guards send a clear message against violence on campus, enforce rules, prevent trespassing, and offer the fastest support possible during emergencies.

Banks

Safeguarding some of our highest-value assets, banks have an indisputable need for effective security. An armed presence elevates the security operations of any financial institution and strongly discourages any criminal activity.

Jewelry Stores

A delicate target for theft and robbery, jewelers protect precious inventory and benefit from the highly visible security presence that armed guards provide. Any would-be jewel thief thinks twice about it if armed security is involved.

Government agencies

Government buildings and related critical infrastructure are highly regulated and house sensitive information. Armed security helps keep confidential documents and staff securely behind closed doors and away from unauthorized visitors.

Healthcare facilities

Hospitals and other medical facilities balance continuous healthcare service to the public with the need to protect valuable equipment, controlled substances, and patient information. Armed security can be a vital resource in safeguarding sensitive assets, which allows medical professionals to focus on important matters of health and wellness.

Museums

Museums of all types accommodate priceless art, artifacts, and other pieces of history that are irreplaceable and sensitive to damage or theft. Contracting armed security at a museum demonstrates a high level of care for its collection and provides a safe environment for the public to enjoy history and culture.

Cannabis production

Considering the nature of the cannabis industry and the value of the products involved, contracting armed security makes potential criminals think twice before attempting to steal or rob a production facility of its legal cannabis products.

Any threatened organization

DK Security has worked with organizations of all industries and sizes as a result of a serious employee threat or other risk of violence. We have the resources to handle any scale of security request and are committed to safeguarding you with highly trained armed security personnel.

Why We Stand Out from Other Armed Security Companies

Verbal De-Escalation Tactics

All DK armed security guards are trained in conflict resolution for verbally or physically hostile situations. To resolve differences of opinion and confrontation using verbal de-escalation tactics, a DK officer knows how to treat each situation with respect, find common ground, and lower the risk of property damage or scandal on a client’s premises.

Uniformed and Plain Clothes Officers

Classically, armed security guards are dressed in a standard security guard uniform and may feature tactical gear beyond a firearm holster depending on your specific security needs. Our uniformed armed guard option is an easily identifiable resource, deterrent, and first responder. A visible uniform commands authority and lets everyone on your premises know that their safety is important to you.

When a more-discreet option is preferred, DK armed officers may also be dressed in plain clothes or a DK-branded polo. One of the main advantages of plain-clothed security is that they blend in; an out-of-uniform security guard is harder to identify by potential criminals. They may also lower the anxiety or alarm of the public, as opposed to a more-heavily armed presence that can cause unwarranted tension.

Comprehensive Background Checks and Psych Evals

Each new employee in our armed security division must first pass a thorough background check and meet strict eligibility requirements. Once hired, armed personnel undergo extensive training that goes beyond the curriculum we require for unarmed officers.

Before being deployed to a work site, all armed guards must first pass the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI) — the most widely used and researched clinical assessment tool used by mental health professionals to help diagnose mental health disorders. Measuring the thought processes and patterns of each incoming armed employee is a critical part of firearm safety at DK Security.

Medical Response Training

In the event of a medical emergency, our armed security guards can be relied on to provide medical assistance or facilitate a professional paramedic response. All DK armed staff are given extensive first aid training and are equipped to handle stressful situations with effective communication and level-headedness.

Hire Protection with Our Armed Security Guards

We encourage you to reach out to us regarding your organization’s need for armed security, whether you are ready to request a quote or just looking to compare armed and unarmed service options. Get the conversation started with us about our security services in Michigan, Indiana, or Ohio by contacting us today.