Security guards
in Austin.
Vetted, licensed security agencies serving Austin and surrounding areas. Same-day deployment, transparent pricing, and real-time GPS tracking for every shift.
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Local
expertise.
Austin's explosive growth as a tech corridor and cultural destination drives year-round security demand. From SXSW and ACL festival crowds on 6th Street to the construction boom reshaping East Austin and the Domain, businesses need guards who understand Texas licensing and can handle high-traffic, high-energy environments.
Licensing
All security guards deployed through Calvis in Austin are licensed through the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Private Security Bureau. Credentials are verified before every assignment.
Transparent rates for Austin
Unarmed Guards
$30–46/hr
Licensed, background-checked, uniformed security professionals for general site protection.
Armed Guards
$55–88/hr
Firearms-certified guards with additional training and enhanced background screening per Texas law.
Areas we serve in Austin
Everything
included.
Every booking includes GPS tracking, AI incident reports, performance ratings, and dedicated account management.
Same-day deployment
Guards can be on-site in Austin within hours. Our local agency network ensures fast response even during peak demand.
State-licensed guards
Every guard is licensed through the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Private Security Bureau and holds current credentials for Texas.
GPS-tracked patrols
Real-time GPS tracking for every guard on shift in Austin. Full accountability from your dashboard.
Armed & unarmed options
Unarmed guards from $30–46/hr and armed guards from $55–88/hr. Choose the level of coverage you need.
Monthly contracts
Set up recurring shifts with dedicated guards. Flexible scheduling with no long-term lock-in required.
Performance ratings
Rate guards after each shift. Only top-rated professionals are matched to your property.
No-show guarantee
If a guard cancels, our Austin agency network provides an automatic replacement. You're never left uncovered.
Multi-agency access
Access guards from multiple vetted agencies across Greater Austin. Better availability and competitive rates.
Industries we protect in Austin
Common
questions
Unarmed security guards in Austin typically cost $30–46/hr. Armed guards range from $55–88/hr. Rates depend on service type, shift duration, and specific requirements. Get an instant quote through our platform.
Calvis can deploy guards in Austin the same day in most cases. Our network of local agencies across Greater Austin ensures availability even on short notice.
Security guards in Texas must be licensed through the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Private Security Bureau. All Calvis guards in Austin hold current, verified licenses and have passed background checks.
Yes. We provide both armed and unarmed guards in Austin. Armed guards have additional firearms training and certifications as required by Texas law. Armed rates start at $55–88/hr.
We cover all of Austin and surrounding areas including Downtown, South Congress, East Austin, The Domain, Zilker, Mueller, Round Rock, Cedar Park. Our multi-agency network ensures coverage across the full Greater Austin.
Yes. Calvis supports recurring shift schedules and monthly contracts for Austin businesses. You get dedicated guards who learn your property, with a dedicated account manager for scheduling and billing.
Every guard's location is tracked via GPS during their shift in Austin. You can see real-time positions on your Calvis dashboard. Digital timesheets verify clock-in/out times automatically.
Businesses across Austin use Calvis for security, including tech campuses & startups, live music & events, construction & development, retail & mixed-use. Our platform handles everything from one-time event security to ongoing site protection.
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