Security Guard Services in Colorado Springs, CO

See the Colorado page for coverage across Colorado.

Retail Districts Covered in Colorado Springs

Coverage includes shopping areas across the city such as:

• Downtown Colorado Springs (Tejon Street)
• The Promenade Shops at Briargate
• Chapel Hills Mall
• University Village Colorado
• First and Main Town Center
• Old Colorado City

Security Considerations in Colorado Springs

Retail in Colorado Springs is spread out, with open-air lifestyle centers on the north side, an enclosed mall near Interquest, and a walkable downtown with restaurants and late evening foot traffic. Open-air centers need officers who can cover parking fields, multiple storefront entrances and curbside pickup zones. Downtown posts call for steady visibility on sidewalks and at building entries, with clear guidance on when to involve property management and when to call local police.

Summer brings heavy visitor traffic tied to Pikes Peak, Garden of the Gods and the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Museum, while winter adds snow, ice and sudden spring hail. Post Orders should address slip hazards at entrances, vehicle checks after storms, and coverage plans for road closures on I-25. Distances between the north and south ends of the city make scheduling relief officers and supervisor visits an important planning point.

Offices and contractors serving nearby military installations often run controlled lobbies with visitor logs, badge checks and escort procedures. Officers at these sites need to follow documented access rules precisely and record every exception. Hotels and conference venues, including those hosting sports governing bodies and amateur athletic events, benefit from officers who understand credentialed access and guest list management.

Security Services in Colorado Springs

Screening, Training and Supervision

Officers complete a five-stage screening process and tier-based training before assignment, including de-escalation and, for retail posts, organized retail crime recognition. Supervisors make unannounced site visits, and the McCray Operations Desk answers 24/7/365. Incidents are documented on scene, and clients receive reports in the same format at every location.

Colorado Licensing

In Colorado, a site can be staffed by McCray officers, by officers from licensed local security companies that hold the licenses the state and local jurisdiction require, or by both, and McCray manages the program: screening and training standards, supervision, Post Orders, reporting and account management.

Common Questions

Can coverage be arranged for sites on both the north and south ends of Colorado Springs?

Yes. Programs can include sites in different parts of the city, and Post Orders and schedules are written for each location. Travel time along I-25 and Powers Boulevard is considered when planning relief and supervisor visits.

How is security guard coverage priced?

Rates depend on the officer classification, hours, schedule and site requirements. McCray provides a written rate schedule after reviewing the needs of each site. Holiday, overnight and short-notice coverage is billed at a premium rate.