The article discusses the science of economic security and its social aspect. It aims to explain the theoretical foundations of economic security and identify its main subsystems, including the social component. The researchers used various scientific methods to analyze the topic. They identified ten key elements of economic security and four main subsystems: methodological, empirical, information, and social. The social subsystem focuses on the social potential of the science, involving scientists in society. The findings suggest that economic security is crucial for individuals and society, studying effective systems and addressing threats to their interests.