Business Details
40 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Security Services in Chicago, IL
Since 1986, American Security Services has been a trusted provider of comprehensive security solutions in the Chicagoland area. Our seasoned management team, with 10-25 years of tenure, delivers customized security programs tailored to each client's unique needs. We maintain 24/7 operational readiness through our in-house dispatch service, ensuring uninterrupted protection for businesses and properties. Our rigorous selection process includes biometric fingerprinting, exhaustive background checks, and specialized training conducted in our state-of-the-art academy. Through innovative technology like our Mobile Security Management System, we provide real-time reporting and supervision to maintain the highest industry standards. With over 35 years of experience securing high-profile clients, we combine proven expertise with modern solutions to protect people and assets across diverse industries.Our commitment to excellence extends to continuous officer training, including annual classroom instruction and on-site field supervision. We serve a wide range of sectors including residential communities, educational facilities, and commercial properties, adapting to evolving security challenges while maintaining core values of integrity and professionalism. Our Special Response Officers and unannounced quality checks ensure consistent service quality and emergency preparedness. This comprehensive approach has established us as a leader in security services across Chicago and the Midwest region.
Services
Armed Security
Unarmed Security
Event Security
Residential Security
Educational Security
20 Hour Training
Fingerprint Services
Vehicular Patrol
24/7 Dispatch
Mobile Security
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- 35+ years of security expertise in Chicago's evolving market
- Management team with 10-25 years of industry experience
- 24/7 in-house dispatch for immediate response capabilities
- Customized training programs exceeding standard requirements
- Real-time monitoring through proprietary Mobile Security Management System
What people say
Professional and reliable
Stellar service
Highly recommend
Adapted well to changes
Unmatched security services
Services
Armed Security
Professional armed security guards provide enhanced protection for high-risk locations and valuable assets. Our licensed officers undergo specialized training in weapons handling, threat assessment, and emergency response protocols. This service offers immediate intervention capabilities while maintaining strict compliance with all regulatory requirements.
Unarmed Security
Cost-effective security solutions for standard protection needs. Our trained officers focus on deterrence, monitoring, and incident reporting while maintaining professional customer service. Ideal for environments where visible security presence is needed without armed intervention.
20 Hour Training
Comprehensive training program exceeding state minimum requirements. Covers active shooter response, de-escalation techniques, and customer service protocols. Conducted in our state-of-the-art training academy with both classroom and field components to ensure operational readiness.
Residential Security
Specialized security solutions for apartment complexes and residential communities. Our officers maintain safety through regular patrols, access control management, and resident interaction. Services include emergency response, crime prevention, and customized security protocols for property management.
Educational Security
Security services tailored for educational institutions from K-12 to universities. Focuses on creating safe learning environments through access control, visitor screening, and crisis management protocols. Officers receive specialized training in working with students and staff.
Questions
What security services do you offer?
We provide armed and unarmed security guards, event security, residential community protection, educational facility security, and specialized training programs.
What areas do you serve?
We operate throughout Chicago and the Midwest region, with nationwide capabilities through our partner network.
What training do your security officers receive?
All officers complete 20+ hours of training in our academy, including active shooter response, de-escalation techniques, and customer service protocols.
Do you offer 24/7 security services?
Yes, our in-house dispatch operates 24/7 and we maintain Special Response Officers for emergency coverage needs.
What qualifications are required for security positions?
Applicants must be at least 18, have a valid driver's license, pass background checks, and maintain professional appearance standards.
Reviews (6)
Alexis Lewis
Jun 13, 2022
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Never received a call back about a guard who tried to attack me with her wife while she was on the clock
Adam Wootton
May 23, 2022
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I'm really enjoying working for you guys hoping to move to hospital security for you guys! Really good pay when u work more then a 8 hour shift definitely recommend working for them and very nice management and staff alll around!
Sarah Ferguson
Mar 08, 2022
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I would never work for them again it was a horrible experience. the communication was very off the staff was unprofessional and it was just horrible I got promised a shift & they gave it away then they took me off the schedule for a no call no show but whole time I called off, this job really was a waist & I wouldn't recommend it to no one. and they do have they picks, ,,
Brandon Vera
Aug 13, 2021
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Amazing. Joe is such a great person. I have my final class this Thursday and can not wait. Came here for PERC, fingerprints and training. Definitely recommend!
Georgie Philip
May 20, 2021
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Even though they couldn't help me with my out of state fingerprinting need, the staff member very professionally and kindly directed me to other resources. He took the time even tho it was almost the end of the work day. Wish I could have gotten it done here!
Pamela Magee
Jan 02, 2021
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Very nice and polite people explain everything that you need to know before you won't be wasting any money or my or your time they are very knowledgeable and keep you on top and I will always recommend this place for fingerprinting
