Security Project Manager
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Title
Security Project Manager
Reports To
Director, Security Administration
The Job
The Security Project Manager oversees the planning, implementation, and management of physical security programs, with a strong emphasis on construction projects. The candidate must possess in-depth knowledge of industry security standards and experience coordinating these practices with contractors, architects, and other project managers in the design phase. This role also ensures that enhanced security measures are integrated into the security profile of existing construction and infrastructure development phases, including corporate, data center, and high-security facilities.
Responsibilities
- Read and understand architectural drawings, blueprints, schematics, and other relevant documents to make recommendations on interior floor plans and vehicular traffic flows that support accepted security standards.
- Ensure compliance with industry regulations, building codes, and company policies to maintain security.
- Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability analyses on new and existing construction projects.
- Collaborate with security consultants, architects, engineers, and general contractors to incorporate security design standards into projects.
- Integrate security features, such as perimeter security, access control, surveillance, and alarm systems, into construction planning.
- Monitor construction projects for security compliance and ensure best practices in site security.
- Manage vendor selection and contracts for security infrastructure installations, including visitor management, key control, and radio communication systems.
- Oversee the implementation of temporary and permanent security measures at construction sites.
- Ensure the protection of critical infrastructure assets during all phases of construction.
- Develop emergency response plans for construction sites that encompass fire safety, evacuation procedures, and active threat response protocols.
- Conduct security drills and training for security personnel.
- Investigate security incidents and recommend corrective actions.
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal security regulations related to construction security.
- Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to ensure compliance with industry-specific security standards, including NIST, DHS, ISO 27001, and SOC 2.
- Provide recommendations on security infrastructure improvements and budget planning.
- Present security reports and project updates to management and relevant stakeholders.
- Maintain, review, and update visitor management policy as necessary.
- Foster open, respectful, and professional communication directly within the team, with co-workers/ teammates, and leaders across the organization.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
NOTE: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities.
Qualifications
- A bachelor’s degree in security management, construction management, engineering, or a related field is required.
- 3 years of experience in physical security, construction security management, or facilities security.
- Must have strong knowledge of construction processes, security technology, and infrastructure protection.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, or security design software is a plus.
- Knowledge of electronic security systems (CCTV, access control, alarms, perimeter detection systems).
- Familiarity with SOC 2 compliance, ISO 27001, and other security compliance frameworks.
- Detail-oriented with a proactive security mindset.
- One of the following certifications is strongly preferred:
- Certified Protection Professional (CPP) – ASIS International
- Physical Security Professional (PSP) – ASIS International
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Certification
Location
To be considered for this role, you must reside near the following locations: Miami, FL, Austin, TX, Pecos, TX, Denton, TX, Muskogee, OK, Grand Forks, ND, Calvert City, KY, Marble, NC, Dalton, GA or Auburn, AL
Travel
Frequent travel is required as needed.
Work Environment
This job is operated in a professional office, warehouse, and data center environment. It routinely uses standard office equipment, including laptop computers, photocopiers, smartphones, ladders, forklifts, and scissor lifts.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, use hands, and lift up to 50 pounds.
Position Type/ Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time, position. General hours and days of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. some nights and weekends may be required.
Supervisory Experience (Yes or No)
Yes
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