Job Description

Position: Area Security Manager - Northeast Region

Reports To: Regional Security Manager

Location: Remote / Blue Ridge, VA

FLSA: Exempt

SUMMARY

The Area Security Manager (ASM) – works closely with the Regional Security Manager (RSM) to implement programs and special projects. The ASM is responsible for providing focused attention for client regional security resources (Evaluation/Assessment, Design and Program Managers) and regional leadership as well as ensuring protection of critical information, personnel, and facilities. Additionally, the ASM works with the RSM to recommend process improvements, implement global and regional initiatives, and standardize processes and procedures for sites within the region. This position will also facilitate EGRC (enterprise governance, risk, and compliance) initiatives to include assurance reviews and audits across sites. The ideal candidate will lead formal and ad-hoc teams of client and other vendor partners to deliver and continuously improve security operations at datacenters.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Function as a physical security subject matter expert who can operate on their own and represent the program’s overall physical security teams.
2. Partner and collaborate closely with regional peer leaders, colleagues, and stakeholders, focused on maintaining a client focused One Team, One security environment.
3. Facilitate and support field site visits to assess the state and health of physical security and safety among the security team; collaborate with peer colleagues at other datacenters to review, assess and share “best practices;” document issues identified during those visits requiring improvement; and recommend actions for remediation.
4. In the absence of the RSM, receive escalations/notifications of physical security and business impacting events and appropriately triage, ensure that regional leadership for Securitas and the client are kept informed through regular communication as appropriate and that the necessary personnel for managing an incident respond effectively.
5. Project manage the end-to-end process for implementing security operations at new sites across the region of responsibility, which includes utilizing project schedules to adhere to the requirements of the individual project, ensuring project work is complete and on schedule, facilitate, communicate, and identify status expectations, and ensure quality and completeness of work.
6. Identify, recommend, and manage strategic projects to drive process improvements and facilitate risk management.
7. Drive safety as a cultural imperative. Facilitate training, safety initiatives, incident investigation and other activities to support a safe work environment.
8. Analyze the impact of proposed changes and present findings to RSM and leadership.
9. Collaborate with Regional Security Managers to collect, review, and submit audit evidence.
10. Support internal compliance assessment efforts either onsite or through remote review of evidence and site behavioral practices.
11. Manage requests for information and analyze results to ensure management is informed.
12. Present to large groups of stakeholders, when necessary, training, information disbursement, and business case proposals.
13. Regularly organize and facilitate meetings and provide status updates to the client.
14. Recommend updates and create procedural documentation in collaboration with subject matter experts for management approval.
15. Provide operational support as needed; this may include management backfill, site level training, and other duties assigned by leadership.

The functions listed above describe the business purpose of this job. Specific duties or tasks may vary and be documented separately. The employee might not be required to perform all functions listed. Additional duties may be assigned, and functions may be modified, according to business necessity.

• All assigned duties or tasks are deemed to be part of the essential functions, unless such duties or tasks are unrelated to the functions listed, in which case they are deemed to be other (non-essential) functions.

• Employees are held accountable for successful job performance. Job performance standards may be documented separately, and may include functions, objectives, duties, or tasks not specifically listed herein.

• In performing functions, duties or tasks, employees are required to know and follow safe work practices, and to be aware of company policies and procedures related to job safety, including safety rules and regulations. Employees are required to notify superiors upon becoming aware of unsafe working conditions.

• All functions, duties or tasks are to be carried out in an honest, ethical, and professional manner, and to be performed in conformance with applicable company policies and procedures. In the event of uncertainty or lack of knowledge of company policies and procedures, employees are required to request clarification or explanations from superiors or authorized company representatives.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AT ENTRY

• Additional qualifications may be specified and receive preference, depending upon the nature of the position.

MINIMUM HIRING STANDARDS

• Must be at least 18 years of age.

• Must have a reliable means of communication, such as cell phone.

• Must have a reliable means of transportation (public or private).

• Must hold or be able to obtain a valid driver's license or equivalent.

• Must have the legal right to work in the United States.

• Must have the ability to speak, read, and write English.

• Must have a high school diploma, secondary education equivalent, or GED.

• Must be willing to participate in the Company’s pre-employment screening process, including drug screen and background investigation.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of operations related experience required, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job, as determined by the company.

• Intermediate-level skill using Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, OneNote, Project, Visio, and SharePoint.

• 5 years of experience in the security industry.

• 5 years of management experience.

• Holistic Information Security Practitioner (HISP) and or Certified Protection Professional (CPP) certification obtained within one year of hiring.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Have a current passport or be able to obtain one.

• Able to travel (international or domestic, as required) approximately 75% of the time or more, occasionally with limited notice.

• Able to work evening or weekend hours when required, such as during an emergency or high-priority event.

COMPETENCIES

• Excellent organizational skills and high attention to detail.

• Manages assigned projects responsibly and delivers expectations on time.

• Thorough understanding of standard office procedures and practices.

• Proficiency with process documentation creation and revision.

• Demonstrated ability to quickly learn unfamiliar areas of business.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Interacts effectively at all levels and across diverse cultures.

• Ability to initiate/manage cross-functional teams and multi-disciplinary projects.

• Possesses critical thinking, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.

• Able to efficiently resolve conflict and demonstrate tolerance to stressful situations.

• Strong leadership skills including influencing, negotiating, and delegating abilities.

• Ability to adapt to new and changing environments.

• Maintaining composure in dealing with authorities, executives, clients, staff and the public, occasionally under conditions of urgency and in high-pressure situations.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS:

With or without reasonable accommodation, requires the physical and mental capacity to effectively perform all essential functions. In addition to other demands, the demands of the job include:

• Required ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently.

• Computer usage, which may include prolonged periods of data analysis.

• Handling and being exposed to sensitive and confidential information.

• Regular talking and hearing.

• Frequent lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds, and occasionally up to 25 pounds.

• Close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.

• May be required to use vehicle in the performance of duties.

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