What are the responsibilities and job description for the Austin City Limits-Security Level 2 Needed position at Got Your Six?
GY6 IS HIRING — 200 LEVEL 2 SECURITY GUARDS
AUSTIN CITY LIMITS 2026 | AUSTIN, TEXAS
Are you ready to take your security career to the next level?
GY6 (Got Your Six) is building a 200-person security team for Austin City Limits, one of Austin's largest and most recognized music festivals.
This is more than a weekend security assignment. We're looking for dependable guards who want to become part of the GY6 team and grow with us as we expand throughout Texas.
ABOUT AUSTIN CITY LIMITS
Austin City Limits takes over Zilker Park in Austin, Texas for two full weekends:
October 2–4 & October 9–11, 2026
The festival features 100 bands across 9 stages over 3 days, bringing together artists, fans, vendors, event staff, and visitors from across the country.
With thousands of people moving through the festival grounds each day, professional security is a major part of keeping the event safe, organized, and enjoyable.
That is where GY6 comes in.
YOUR ACL ASSIGNMENT
Company: GY6 (Got Your Six)
Event: Austin City Limits
Location: Zilker Park — Austin, Texas
Position: Level 2 Security Guard
Open Positions: 200
WEEKEND ONE
October 2–4
Report Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 10:00–11:00 PM
WEEKEND TWO
October 9–11
Report Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 10:00–11:00 PM
WHAT YOU'LL BE PART OF
As a GY6 guard, you won't simply be standing around watching a crowd.
You'll be part of a large-scale event security operation responsible for helping protect:
- Festival guests
- Performers
- Vendors
- Event staff
- Restricted areas
- Entrances and exits
- Designated security zones
- Overall event operations
Responsibilities may include monitoring assigned areas, observing crowd activity, identifying and reporting safety concerns, assisting guests when appropriate, responding professionally to incidents, and working directly with GY6 supervisors and event personnel.
This is an opportunity to gain experience working in a large-scale festival environment and learn what it takes to operate as part of a major event security team.
WE'RE BUILDING SOMETHING BIGGER
GY6 isn't looking at ACL as a one-time event.
We are actively working toward building a Texas-wide GY6 travel team made up of dependable guards who are interested in traveling for future events and assignments throughout the state.
Guards who consistently demonstrate:
- Reliability
- Professionalism
- Strong communication
- Leadership
- Teamwork
- Good judgment
- A strong work ethic
may have opportunities to be considered for future GY6 events in different Texas markets.
Our goal is to build a team of guards that we know we can call on when the next major event comes to town.
Show us what you can do at ACL, and you could become part of the team we take with us to future events.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
Required:
- Valid Texas Level 2 Security License
- Dependable and punctual
- Professional appearance and attitude
- Strong communication skills
- Strong observation skills
- Ability to remain professional in a large, crowded environment
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
- Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a large team
Preferred:
- Previous event security experience
- Concert or festival experience
- Crowd-control experience
- Leadership or supervisory experience
- Experience working large-scale events
WHY GY6?
Working with GY6 means becoming part of a team that is focused on professionalism, teamwork, and growth.
ACL can be your opportunity to get your foot in the door with GY6, gain major-event experience, meet our leadership team, and show us that you're someone we can rely on for future assignments.
We're looking for guards who don't just want another shift.
We're looking for guards who want to build something with us.
READY TO JOIN THE TEAM?
200 Level 2 positions are available for Austin City Limits.
If you're a licensed Texas Level 2 Security Guard and you're ready to work one of Austin's biggest festivals, we want to hear from you.
When applying, include:
Full Name
Current Phone Number
Security Experience
Confirmation of Valid Texas Level 2 License
Whether you're interested in future Texas travel assignments
If you're interested in becoming part of the GY6 Texas Travel Team, make sure you let us know when you apply.
GY6 — GOT YOUR SIX
Professional Security. Stronger Teams. Safer Events.
Austin City Limits is where we're starting. Where we go next is up to the team we build.
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20