Security Operations Manager

The Security Operations Manager will be responsible for driving the development of a security‑aware culture and managing the physical security of a campus containing office and training areas, including two buildings, indoor classrooms, outdoor training area, and a five‑story parking structure. The role also oversees contracted security guard teams, defining post orders, ensuring compliance with company policies, and reviewing daily and incident reports.

• Consult and make recommendations on physical security systems and controls (e.g., camera systems, badge access systems, visitor control systems)
• Advise on best practices for visitor access administration in coordination with HR and site management
• Coordinate schedules with third‑party security guard force, approve timecards and vendor invoices, and ensure timely submission to Accounts Payable
• Assist the Executive Team in developing emergency response plans for various security incidents
• Serve as the primary point of contact during emergencies or critical circumstances, including company‑wide communications
• Conduct formal Threat and Vulnerability Assessments (TVAs), identify gaps, and recommend mitigation strategies
• Lead an internal Threat Assessment Team focused on workplace violence threats
• Serve as Workplace Violence Prevention Plan Administrator per California Senate Bill 553
• Build relationships with external stakeholders including vendors, tenants, law enforcement, and first responders
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to assess risks and implement prioritized mitigation programs within budget
• Deliver security training and awareness programs, including Workplace Violence Prevention
• Provide security recommendations to facilities operations teams
• Develop and implement additional security strategies tailored to business needs
• Support HR and Threat Assessment Team in investigations of concerning behavior or threats
• Investigate physical security incidents
• Manage administrative tasks including badge distribution to employees and contractors
• Conduct security inspections and audits as needed

• Bachelor's degree in security, business discipline, or equivalent relevant experience
• Proven ability to build relationships across all levels of management
• 5 years managing a contract security force
• Experience maintaining professional relationships with third‑party security vendors
• 10 years in corporate security; military or law enforcement experience preferred
• Experience developing emergency plans and managing emergency situations
• Skilled in delivering live instruction on security topics
• Experienced in investigative techniques and conducting internal investigations
• Preferred: 2+ years in corporate security
• Some experience on an Emergency Response Team in a corporate setting

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.