TEXAS DPS PRIVATE SECURITY BUREAU
QUALIFIED MANAGER EXAM 2026 |
SECURITY MANAGEMENT STUDY GUIDE &
PRACTICE TEST QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
• This 200-question practice guide mirrors the Texas DPS Private Security Bureau
Qualified Manager Exam, covering every tested domain to build both knowledge
and exam confidence.
• Each question features five answer options (A–E), a clearly marked correct
answer, and a EXPERT RATIONALE — study by attempting each question first, then
reviewing the explanation to reinforce understanding.
1. Under the Texas Private Security Act, which state agency is responsible for
licensing and regulating private security companies?
A. Texas Department of Public Safety
B. Texas Attorney General's Office
C. Texas Commission on Law Enforcement
D. Texas Workforce Commission
E. Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation
Correct Answer: A. Texas Department of Public Safety
EXPERT RATIONALE: The Texas DPS Private Security Bureau administers and
enforces the Texas Private Security Act, overseeing licensing of companies and
individuals in the private security industry.
2. A Qualified Manager must ensure that all security officers employed by
their company hold which of the following?
A. A valid driver's license
B. A current firearms proficiency certificate
C. A valid Level II or higher security officer license
,D. A college degree in criminal justice
E. A background check clearance letter
Correct Answer: C. A valid Level II or higher security officer license
EXPERT RATIONALE: Texas law requires all commissioned and non-commissioned
security officers to hold at least a Level II security officer license issued by the Texas
DPS before working in a security capacity.
3. Which of the following best defines a "Qualified Manager" under the Texas
Private Security Act?
A. Any licensed security officer with five or more years of experience
B. A person designated to manage and oversee the operations of a licensed
security company
C. A law enforcement officer assigned to private security oversight
D. A firearms instructor certified by the Texas DPS
E. An owner of a security company who holds a business license
Correct Answer: B. A person designated to manage and oversee the
operations of a licensed security company
EXPERT RATIONALE: A Qualified Manager is specifically designated by a licensed
security company to be responsible for ensuring the company operates in
compliance with the Texas Private Security Act and applicable rules.
4. How many hours of training are required for a non-commissioned security
officer (Level II) in Texas?
A. 8 hours
B. 16 hours
C. 24 hours
,D. 32 hours
E. 40 hours
Correct Answer: C. 24 hours
EXPERT RATIONALE: Texas DPS requires Level II non-commissioned security
officers to complete a minimum of 24 hours of training covering legal issues,
emergency procedures, and patrol techniques before licensure.
5. What is the maximum penalty a company may face for employing an
unlicensed security officer in Texas?
A. $500 fine per violation
B. $1,000 fine per violation
C. $5,000 fine per violation
D. $10,000 fine per violation
E. Immediate criminal prosecution only
Correct Answer: D. $10,000 fine per violation
EXPERT RATIONALE: The Texas Private Security Act authorizes administrative
penalties of up to $10,000 per violation, including the employment of unlicensed
personnel, to deter non-compliance.
6. A security company's license must be renewed every how many years in
Texas?
A. One year
B. Two years
C. Three years
D. Four years
E. Five years
, Correct Answer: B. Two years
EXPERT RATIONALE: Texas DPS issues company licenses on a two-year cycle.
Companies must submit renewal applications with required documentation and
fees before expiration to remain in compliance.
7. Which of the following actions requires a security officer to hold a
Commission (Level III license)?
A. Conducting foot patrol on private property
B. Writing incident reports
C. Carrying a firearm while on duty
D. Monitoring closed-circuit television
E. Checking visitor identification
Correct Answer: C. Carrying a firearm while on duty
EXPERT RATIONALE: In Texas, security officers who carry firearms on duty must
hold a Level III Commission, which requires additional firearms training and
qualification beyond the basic Level II license.
8. Under Texas law, which of the following must a Qualified Manager report to
the DPS within 30 days?
A. Any new client contract signed
B. A change in the company's principal place of business
C. Routine employee performance evaluations
D. Changes to employee work schedules
E. New uniforms purchased for officers
Correct Answer: B. A change in the company's principal place of business
QUALIFIED MANAGER EXAM 2026 |
SECURITY MANAGEMENT STUDY GUIDE &
PRACTICE TEST QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
• This 200-question practice guide mirrors the Texas DPS Private Security Bureau
Qualified Manager Exam, covering every tested domain to build both knowledge
and exam confidence.
• Each question features five answer options (A–E), a clearly marked correct
answer, and a EXPERT RATIONALE — study by attempting each question first, then
reviewing the explanation to reinforce understanding.
1. Under the Texas Private Security Act, which state agency is responsible for
licensing and regulating private security companies?
A. Texas Department of Public Safety
B. Texas Attorney General's Office
C. Texas Commission on Law Enforcement
D. Texas Workforce Commission
E. Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation
Correct Answer: A. Texas Department of Public Safety
EXPERT RATIONALE: The Texas DPS Private Security Bureau administers and
enforces the Texas Private Security Act, overseeing licensing of companies and
individuals in the private security industry.
2. A Qualified Manager must ensure that all security officers employed by
their company hold which of the following?
A. A valid driver's license
B. A current firearms proficiency certificate
C. A valid Level II or higher security officer license
,D. A college degree in criminal justice
E. A background check clearance letter
Correct Answer: C. A valid Level II or higher security officer license
EXPERT RATIONALE: Texas law requires all commissioned and non-commissioned
security officers to hold at least a Level II security officer license issued by the Texas
DPS before working in a security capacity.
3. Which of the following best defines a "Qualified Manager" under the Texas
Private Security Act?
A. Any licensed security officer with five or more years of experience
B. A person designated to manage and oversee the operations of a licensed
security company
C. A law enforcement officer assigned to private security oversight
D. A firearms instructor certified by the Texas DPS
E. An owner of a security company who holds a business license
Correct Answer: B. A person designated to manage and oversee the
operations of a licensed security company
EXPERT RATIONALE: A Qualified Manager is specifically designated by a licensed
security company to be responsible for ensuring the company operates in
compliance with the Texas Private Security Act and applicable rules.
4. How many hours of training are required for a non-commissioned security
officer (Level II) in Texas?
A. 8 hours
B. 16 hours
C. 24 hours
,D. 32 hours
E. 40 hours
Correct Answer: C. 24 hours
EXPERT RATIONALE: Texas DPS requires Level II non-commissioned security
officers to complete a minimum of 24 hours of training covering legal issues,
emergency procedures, and patrol techniques before licensure.
5. What is the maximum penalty a company may face for employing an
unlicensed security officer in Texas?
A. $500 fine per violation
B. $1,000 fine per violation
C. $5,000 fine per violation
D. $10,000 fine per violation
E. Immediate criminal prosecution only
Correct Answer: D. $10,000 fine per violation
EXPERT RATIONALE: The Texas Private Security Act authorizes administrative
penalties of up to $10,000 per violation, including the employment of unlicensed
personnel, to deter non-compliance.
6. A security company's license must be renewed every how many years in
Texas?
A. One year
B. Two years
C. Three years
D. Four years
E. Five years
, Correct Answer: B. Two years
EXPERT RATIONALE: Texas DPS issues company licenses on a two-year cycle.
Companies must submit renewal applications with required documentation and
fees before expiration to remain in compliance.
7. Which of the following actions requires a security officer to hold a
Commission (Level III license)?
A. Conducting foot patrol on private property
B. Writing incident reports
C. Carrying a firearm while on duty
D. Monitoring closed-circuit television
E. Checking visitor identification
Correct Answer: C. Carrying a firearm while on duty
EXPERT RATIONALE: In Texas, security officers who carry firearms on duty must
hold a Level III Commission, which requires additional firearms training and
qualification beyond the basic Level II license.
8. Under Texas law, which of the following must a Qualified Manager report to
the DPS within 30 days?
A. Any new client contract signed
B. A change in the company's principal place of business
C. Routine employee performance evaluations
D. Changes to employee work schedules
E. New uniforms purchased for officers
Correct Answer: B. A change in the company's principal place of business
