Security industry

Portugal

Explore the job titles used locally and the work behind them. Start with the location and duties of the role you want.

Reviewed 2026-09-18

Portugal

Local job titles

segurança

The examples below come from individual sources; availability varies.

Describes guarding and portaria work, providing workplace context; historical employer publication.

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1
Check eligibility. Confirm the nationality or recognition route and collect background, education and fitness documents.
2
Complete approved training. Verify the entity, speciality and delivery format with PSP.
3
Apply for the professional card. Apply through SIGESP or the published postal process. Cards are normally valid for five years.

Local role wording found

securitas.pt
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Securitas Portugal: perguntas frequentes
Uses vigilante and Curso de Formação Inicial de Vigilantes.
securitasmedia.com
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Securitas Portugal: revista 86
Describes guarding and portaria work, providing workplace context; historical employer publication.
gov.pt
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Polícia de Segurança Pública (PSP), Departamento de Segurança Privada
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