In Alaska, individual security guards are required to obtain a license.
The statute states a person may not be employed as a security guard or security guard agency until the person has obtained a license from the commissioner of public safety under AS 18.65.400 — 18.65.490.
See: AS 18.65.400

According to the Application form, the following fees and documentation must be included with the application:

• $50   non-refundable application fee; submit a check or money order payable to the State of Alaska
• $47   processing fee; submit a check or money order payable to the State of Alaska
• Please see ‘Fingerprints’ for information on fingerprint processing fees.
• Proof of insurance, a recent (within 30 days) photo, a set of classifiable fingerprints and a copy of the firearm qualifications/certification are required for initial licensure.
• According to 13 AAC 60.085 an applicant for an armed security guard license must affirm that the applicant has not been and is not now disqualified from possessing a firearm, including as a condition of probation or parole;

Security guards licensed under AS 18.65.400 — 18.65.490 may not be armed with a firearm for the purpose of protecting property until they have completed firearms training acceptable to the commissioner.
See: AS 18.65.470

A licensee authorized to carry a firearm may not conceal the firearm on the licensee’s person unless the licensee holds a valid concealed handgun permit issued by this state, another state, or a political subdivision of another state.
See:13 AAC 06.100(f)

Renewals:  $50   Renewal application fee (after two years).  See Renewal Application Form.

Temporary License
Alaska permits a 30 day, non licensed period for security officers if meeting the requirements of the regulation below:

13 AAC 60.130.
Temporary security guard license Individual security guards may be employed by a licensed agency on a temporary basis
for a period not to exceed 30 days when the (1) agency has made reasonable and prudent inquiries to determine that the applicant
is qualified to be licensed; (2) completed application with application fee has been submitted to the department; and
(3) applicant’s temporary status has been noted on the application form by the agency manager.

Emergency Guards may also be hired to guard prisoners in narrow cases in accordance with the rules. An emergency guard may work without a license for 30 days.
The Regulations define the designation as:

13 AAC 62.900.
Definitions In this chapter (1) “emergency guard” means a person hired by a law enforcement agency on
behalf of the Department of Public Safety for not more than 30 consecutive days for the purpose of guarding prisoners.

Alaska has no reciprocity with any other state.

The applicant must be at least 18 years of age.
See: 13 AAC 60.050(a)(3)

The applicant must be a United States citizen or resident alien with a work permit.
See: 13 AAC 60.050(a)(1)

Not Required

None

13 AAC 60.085. Armed Security Guard License
In addition to the requirements of 13 AAC 60.050 – 13 AAC 60.070, an applicant for an armed security guard license must

1. affirm that the applicant has not been and is not now disqualified from possessing a firearm, including as a condition of probation or parole;
2. have obtained, from an instructor certified as required under 13 AAC 60.110(f), at least eight hours of pre-assignment training in
(a) the use of firearms in compliance with state and federal statutes and regulations;
(b) handling firearms; and
(c) the safety and maintenance of firearms; and
3. demonstrate competence with any firearm that may be issued to the applicant; if a licensee fails to maintain competence with that firearm during an annual practice firing review, that individual’s license as an armed security guard is subject to revocation.

According to 13 AAC 60.085 (3):  Must re-qualify with a gun annually to maintain an armed license .

According to 13 AAC 06.100(f):  A licensee authorized to carry a firearm may not conceal the firearm on the licensee’s person unless the licensee holds a valid concealed handgun permit issued by this state, another state, or a political subdivision of another state.

13 AAC 60.070 Security Guard License
(a) Upon approval of the application, the department will issue a license identification card to the licensee, with the form and content of the card prescribed by the department. The license identification card remains the property of the state.

A licensee authorized to carry a firearm must be in company uniform while on duty and carrying the firearm (13 AAC 60.100 (e)).

13 AAC 60.060. Application for security guard license
(a)   Applications must be on a form provided by the department which will require furnishing of the following information:
(14)   three character references

According to the Application form at least one of the persons referenced must be a resident of Alaska, and not related to the applicant.

According to the Application form, the applicant must submit one set of classifiable fingerprints.

Fees for fingerprints, according to The Division of Statewide Services FAQ are as follows:

• The cost of a fingerprint based state background check is $35.
• The cost of a fingerprint based state and national background check is $48.25

Affirmation must be provided showing that the applicant is neither addicted to nor dependent on alcohol, narcotics, or other drugs.
See: 13 AAC 06.050(4) and 13 AAC 60.050(17)

According to the DPS web site list of disqualifiers, “applicants are deemed to not meet qualifications if, within the last 5 years preceding their application, they have been convicted of any misdemeanors, whether or not your conviction was subsequently Set Aside or Vacated, that involves:
• Narcotics (ARS §13, Chapter 34, or similar)”

The applicant must provide affirmation to show that the applicant is not suffering from any psychopathic condition or mental illness impairing the powers of memory, reason, judgment, or perception.
See: 13 AAC 06.050(6) and 13 AAC 60.050(18)

The applicant must be an individual without a conviction, within 10 years before the date of application, for any crime classified as a felony in this state or another jurisdiction at the time the crime was committed, unless a full pardon has been granted.
See: 13 AAC 06.050(5)

The applicant must affirm that the applicant has not been and is not now disqualified from possessing a firearm, including as a condition of probation or parole.
See: 13 AAC 60.085(1)

The criminal background check is conducted by:

The criminal records search includes records from both the State of Alaska and the FBI.
See: Application form.

13 AAC 60.060. Application for security guard license
(a)   Applications must be on a form provided by the department which will require furnishing of the following information:
(14)   three character references

According to the Application form. at least one of the
persons referenced must be a resident of Alaska.