Security guards
in San Jose.
Vetted, licensed security agencies serving San Jose and surrounding areas. Same-day deployment, transparent pricing, and real-time GPS tracking for every shift.
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expertise.
As the capital of Silicon Valley, San Jose is home to some of the world's most valuable tech campuses, data centers, and corporate headquarters. The city's rapid growth in mixed-use development and high-value office parks creates constant demand for professional security — from after-hours patrol of research facilities to access control at semiconductor fabs and startup incubators.
Licensing
All security guards deployed through Calvis in San Jose are licensed through the California Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS). Credentials are verified before every assignment.
Transparent rates for San Jose
Unarmed Guards
$32–52/hr
Licensed, background-checked, uniformed security professionals for general site protection.
Armed Guards
$58–95/hr
Firearms-certified guards with additional training and enhanced background screening per California law.
Areas we serve in San Jose
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 San Jose within hours. Our local agency network ensures fast response even during peak demand.
State-licensed guards
Every guard is licensed through the California Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) and holds current credentials for California.
GPS-tracked patrols
Real-time GPS tracking for every guard on shift in San Jose. Full accountability from your dashboard.
Armed & unarmed options
Unarmed guards from $32–52/hr and armed guards from $58–95/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 San Jose agency network provides an automatic replacement. You're never left uncovered.
Multi-agency access
Access guards from multiple vetted agencies across Silicon Valley. Better availability and competitive rates.
Industries we protect in San Jose
Common
questions
Unarmed security guards in San Jose typically cost $32–52/hr. Armed guards range from $58–95/hr. Rates depend on service type, shift duration, and specific requirements. Get an instant quote through our platform.
Calvis can deploy guards in San Jose the same day in most cases. Our network of local agencies across Silicon Valley ensures availability even on short notice.
Security guards in California must be licensed through the California Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS). All Calvis guards in San Jose hold current, verified licenses and have passed background checks.
Yes. We provide both armed and unarmed guards in San Jose. Armed guards have additional firearms training and certifications as required by California law. Armed rates start at $58–95/hr.
We cover all of San Jose and surrounding areas including Downtown San Jose, Santana Row, Willow Glen, North San Jose, Japantown, Alviso, Evergreen, Almaden Valley. Our multi-agency network ensures coverage across the full Silicon Valley.
Yes. Calvis supports recurring shift schedules and monthly contracts for San Jose 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 San Jose. You can see real-time positions on your Calvis dashboard. Digital timesheets verify clock-in/out times automatically.
Businesses across San Jose use Calvis for security, including tech campuses & data centers, semiconductor manufacturing, corporate headquarters, retail & shopping centers. Our platform handles everything from one-time event security to ongoing site protection.
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