Security Manager

Overview

Marksman Security is built on serving our clients and building careers. We are trusted by well-known companies and properties nationwide, providing personalized security solutions. Named as a nationally recognized Top Workplace in 2024 and 2025 by USA Today, Marksman’s approach offers opportunities to learn, grow and succeed. Our core values are Unified, Transparent, Innovative, Committed and Accountable.

Marksman Security Now Hiring for Security Manager in Jackson, TN

$52,000.00 - $65,000.00 annual salary, depending on qualifications

Monday-Friday

8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Business casual dress

Are you ready to make a difference in people’s lives? Marksman Security is seeking a qualified candidate to join our team of dedicated security professionals.

As a Security Manager
, you will play a crucial role in protecting lives and property by managing and leading the security team and assisting the client in various capacities. This is a physically demanding and rewarding position requiring critical thinking, teamwork, and the ability to perform under pressure. The Security Manager reports directly to the Regional Director of Operations.

Location note: While this position is located approximately one hour from Memphis, the opportunity is worth the drive.

• Understand and follow all Standard Operating Procedures
• Complete incident reports as required
• Access control administrator
• Act as the incident commander
• Create and revise security policies and procedures
• Develop staff in technical and professional skills
• Ensure all contracted hours of coverage are met
• Ensure that all regulatory compliance and records are available
• Evaluate employee performance and maintain employee files
• Evaluate site performance and propose changes/improvements to Management
• Liaison between Security Management and Contractor
• Oversee all security operations and emergency preparedness
• Schedule, coordinate, and supervise emergency preparedness drills
• Oversee required training for officers
• Oversee security system integrity and report problems
• Oversee all security personnel
• Participate in site and community events and training
• Prepare post orders and instructions for special events
• Maintain regulatory reporting and compliance
• Resolve personnel issues
• Responsible for overall site operations
• Liaison with EMS, police, and fire personnel
• Dissemination of information to all shifts
• Provide technical and professional skills development material for assigned staff
• Assist in annual Risk Assessment and ISO Audits
• Manage Emergency Operations – fire, medical, weather, Haz-Mat
• Manage employee testing when appropriate
• Inspect posts, personnel, vehicles, and equipment for compliance
• Attend meetings as requested by Security Management
• Complete Operations Projects as requested by Security Management
• Follow escalation matrix for incidents

• At least five (5) years’ experience in an administrative and supervisory capacity
• At least five (5) years’ experience in Security, Law Enforcement, Military, Fire Service, or Emergency Management
• Working knowledge of Incident Command and the National Incident Management System (NIMS)
• Thorough knowledge of security and/or fire suppression SOPs; able to lead response within 30 days of hire
• Available to respond 24/7 in emergencies or as directed
• Effective oral and written communication with senior leadership; liaison with local authorities
• Actively support the team during incidents
• Intermediate to Advanced computer skills
• Valid State of Tennessee security license, or ability to obtain within 2 weeks

• Industrial security service experience in administrative and supervisory capacity
• Knowledge of access control, CCTV, and electronic report writing systems
• Knowledge and experience with Winteam systems
• Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Forms and Excel
• Benefits and compensation: 401(k), insurance (medical, vision, dental), short-term disability, life insurance, etc.
• Paid on-the-job training, paid time off, bi-weekly pay, competitive compensation
• Continuous learning opportunities through LMS
• Employee referral program and EAP
• Professional growth opportunities

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