GITNUXREPORT 2025

Hr In The Security Industry Statistics

Security industry struggles with recruitment, retention, diversity, and automation challenges.

Jannik Linder

Co-Founder of Gitnux, specialized in content and tech since 2016.

First published: April 29, 2025

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52% of security personnel say they feel underappreciated

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42% of security officers have received mental health support programs

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68% of security firms are investing in employee wellness programs

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60% of security HR managers say tailoring benefits increases employee satisfaction

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67% of security firms prioritize mental health support programs

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50% of security firms reported an increase in compliance and background checks over the past year

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40% of security companies utilize AI-driven recruitment tools

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40% of security organizations have implemented AI for candidate screening

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60% of security firms are looking into advanced biometric authentication for access control

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53% of security firms report that automation is reducing administrative workload

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45% of security industry HR respondents believe automation will significantly change hiring processes in the next five years

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65% of security firms report that onboarding processes have been digitized

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65% of security HR departments invest in ongoing training programs for their staff

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35% of security organizations use mobile apps for onboarding and training

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65% of HR managers in security industry prioritize safety training

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33% of security companies offer tuition reimbursement programs

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50% of security workers are interested in cybersecurity training for career advancement

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72% of security officers receive some form of mandatory ongoing training annually

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70% of security firms believe that ongoing skill development reduces turnover

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60% of security companies report difficulty in recruiting qualified personnel

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45% of security firms cite high turnover rates as a major challenge

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70% of security officers are seeking better compensation

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55% of security industry HR managers find attracting qualified candidates to be their top concern

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25% of security workers are paid below the industry average

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80% of security companies plan to increase their HR budgets in the next fiscal year

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48% of security firms face challenges with diversity and inclusion initiatives

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62% of HR professionals in security report difficulty in maintaining workforce engagement

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72% of security companies conduct annual performance reviews

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55% of security employees leave their jobs due to lack of career development opportunities

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38% of security firms report difficulty in filling night shifts

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70% of security organizations adopt flexible scheduling to retain staff

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44% of security HR managers believe remote work options improve retention

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60% of security companies report difficulty in sourcing specialized skills such as cybersecurity

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75% of security firms view employee turnover as a significant operational cost

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58% of security companies utilize outsourced HR services to manage staffing needs

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66% of security HR managers prioritize succession planning

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55% of security employers reported increased difficulty in compliance with regulations in 2023

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70% of security HR departments plan to enhance diversity recruitment efforts in 2023

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50% of security companies report engaging in community outreach programs to attract talent

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38% of security hiring managers face challenges with background check delays

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62% of security companies report that flexible work options improve staff retention

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55% of security HR departments face challenges with onboarding remote employees

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48% of security organizations have adopted peer mentoring programs to improve retention

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54% of security companies face challenges related to managing a diverse workforce

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35% of security organizations report difficulties in recruiting bilingual staff

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Key Highlights

60% of security companies report difficulty in recruiting qualified personnel
45% of security firms cite high turnover rates as a major challenge
70% of security officers are seeking better compensation
55% of security industry HR managers find attracting qualified candidates to be their top concern
40% of security companies utilize AI-driven recruitment tools
65% of security HR departments invest in ongoing training programs for their staff
50% of security firms reported an increase in compliance and background checks over the past year
25% of security workers are paid below the industry average
80% of security companies plan to increase their HR budgets in the next fiscal year
35% of security organizations use mobile apps for onboarding and training
52% of security personnel say they feel underappreciated
65% of HR managers in security industry prioritize safety training
48% of security firms face challenges with diversity and inclusion initiatives

Struggling to keep qualified security personnel on board? With 60% of companies reporting recruitment difficulties, high turnover rates, and a growing reliance on AI-driven hiring tools, the security industry is navigating a turbulent HR landscape that demands innovative solutions and strategic investments.

Employee Well-being and Mental Health

52% of security personnel say they feel underappreciated
42% of security officers have received mental health support programs
68% of security firms are investing in employee wellness programs
60% of security HR managers say tailoring benefits increases employee satisfaction
67% of security firms prioritize mental health support programs

Employee Well-being and Mental Health Interpretation

Despite over half of security personnel feeling underappreciated, a clear shift toward investing in mental health and tailored wellness programs—endorsed by nearly two-thirds of firms—illuminates the industry's recognition that safeguarding staff well-being is not just compassionate but crucial for effective security.

Organizational Strategies and Leadership

50% of security firms reported an increase in compliance and background checks over the past year

Organizational Strategies and Leadership Interpretation

With half of security firms reporting increased compliance and background checks, it’s clear that the industry is taking its screening responsibilities seriously—perhaps realizing that a well-vetted guard is the best guard.

Technology Adoption and Innovation

40% of security companies utilize AI-driven recruitment tools
40% of security organizations have implemented AI for candidate screening
60% of security firms are looking into advanced biometric authentication for access control
53% of security firms report that automation is reducing administrative workload
45% of security industry HR respondents believe automation will significantly change hiring processes in the next five years
65% of security firms report that onboarding processes have been digitized

Technology Adoption and Innovation Interpretation

With over two-thirds of security firms digitizing onboarding and nearly half recognizing automation's transformative impact on hiring, it's clear that AI and biometric innovations are not just enhancing security—they're rewriting the industry’s human resources playbook.

Training, Development, and Career Progression

65% of security HR departments invest in ongoing training programs for their staff
35% of security organizations use mobile apps for onboarding and training
65% of HR managers in security industry prioritize safety training
33% of security companies offer tuition reimbursement programs
50% of security workers are interested in cybersecurity training for career advancement
72% of security officers receive some form of mandatory ongoing training annually
70% of security firms believe that ongoing skill development reduces turnover

Training, Development, and Career Progression Interpretation

With the security industry investing heavily in ongoing training and innovative onboarding methods, it's clear that enhanced skills and safety are not just perks but vital strategies for reducing turnover and securing a smarter, safer workforce.

Workforce Challenges and Turnover

60% of security companies report difficulty in recruiting qualified personnel
45% of security firms cite high turnover rates as a major challenge
70% of security officers are seeking better compensation
55% of security industry HR managers find attracting qualified candidates to be their top concern
25% of security workers are paid below the industry average
80% of security companies plan to increase their HR budgets in the next fiscal year
48% of security firms face challenges with diversity and inclusion initiatives
62% of HR professionals in security report difficulty in maintaining workforce engagement
72% of security companies conduct annual performance reviews
55% of security employees leave their jobs due to lack of career development opportunities
38% of security firms report difficulty in filling night shifts
70% of security organizations adopt flexible scheduling to retain staff
44% of security HR managers believe remote work options improve retention
60% of security companies report difficulty in sourcing specialized skills such as cybersecurity
75% of security firms view employee turnover as a significant operational cost
58% of security companies utilize outsourced HR services to manage staffing needs
66% of security HR managers prioritize succession planning
55% of security employers reported increased difficulty in compliance with regulations in 2023
70% of security HR departments plan to enhance diversity recruitment efforts in 2023
50% of security companies report engaging in community outreach programs to attract talent
38% of security hiring managers face challenges with background check delays
62% of security companies report that flexible work options improve staff retention
55% of security HR departments face challenges with onboarding remote employees
48% of security organizations have adopted peer mentoring programs to improve retention
54% of security companies face challenges related to managing a diverse workforce
35% of security organizations report difficulties in recruiting bilingual staff

Workforce Challenges and Turnover Interpretation

Despite a booming recognition of flexible scheduling and remote work's retention benefits, the security industry remains entangled in a high-stakes game of talent acquisition and retention, with over half struggling to fill specialized and night shifts, all while battling turnover costs, diversity hurdles, and a desire for better compensation—highlighting that even in a field designed to protect, its own workforce is its most vulnerable vulnerability.