Security Guard Services
Security Guard Services in Minneapolis, MN
McCray Global Protection provides licensed unarmed and armed security officers in Minneapolis, MN for luxury and specialty retail, corporate offices, commercial and residential buildings, and special events.
Our Minneapolis supervisors work in the market and visit posts in person. See our Minnesota page for statewide coverage and license details.
Retail Districts Covered in Minneapolis
We support retailers and properties across the Twin Cities, including:
- Mall of America in Bloomington
- Galleria Edina
- Southdale Center
- Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis
- Ridgedale Center in Minnetonka
- Downtown Saint Paul
Security Considerations in Minneapolis
Mall of America is the largest shopping center in the country and attracts visitors from around the world. Retailers there need officers who can manage heavy traffic and coordinate with mall security and police.
Galleria Edina and Southdale serve the area’s luxury shoppers. Stores need officers who fit the setting and can recognize organized theft early.
Security Services in Minneapolis
Armed and Unarmed Security Guards
Licensed unarmed officers for daily posts in Minneapolis, and armed posts staffed by retired law enforcement officers where the jurisdiction permits.
Retail Security and Loss Prevention
Officers for stores and shopping centers in Minneapolis, trained in organized retail crime recognition, de-escalation and incident documentation.
Luxury Retail Asset Protection
Client-facing officers for boutiques and flagships in Minneapolis who protect staff and inventory without interrupting clienteling.
Event Security
Access control, guest list management and crowd coverage for product launches, private events and venues in Minneapolis.
Fire Watch
Fire watch patrols and logs in Minneapolis while alarm or sprinkler systems are out of service, set to the local fire authority’s requirements.
Off-Duty Police Officers
Off-duty and retired law enforcement officers for high-value posts in Minneapolis, subject to the local agency’s rules on secondary employment.
Executive Protection Support
Protection support for executive, dignitary and VIP visits, meetings and events in Minneapolis.
Concierge and Lobby Security
Front desk coverage, visitor management and access control for office and residential buildings in Minneapolis.
Warehouse and Construction Security
Gate, dock and perimeter coverage for distribution centers, warehouses and construction sites in and around Minneapolis.
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 MGP Operations Desk answers 24/7/365. Incidents are documented on scene, time-stamped and GPS-verified.
Minnesota Licensing
Minnesota security companies are licensed by the Minnesota Board of Private Detective and Protective Agent Services. McCray Global Protection holds Minnesota license 2337.
Common Questions
Are armed officers available in Minneapolis?
Yes. Armed posts are staffed by retired law enforcement officers who hold the armed licensing Minnesota requires, and are assigned after a review of the site’s risk, lease and insurance requirements. For luxury boutiques, MGP generally recommends unarmed officers focused on deterrence and client service.
How is security guard coverage priced?
Rates depend on the officer classification, armed or unarmed status, hours, schedule and site requirements. MGP provides a written rate schedule after reviewing your needs. Holiday, overnight and short-notice coverage is billed at a premium rate.
Request a Security Assessment in Minneapolis
Call 833-832-6647 or request an assessment online. See the Minnesota page for statewide coverage, or view all service areas. Nearby markets: Chicago.