Director of Security

The role

You will oversee, direct, and supervise security operations across a regional division. You will be responsible for the safety and protection of personnel, assets, and facilities across multiple locations.

What you will do

• Serve as the primary on-site subject matter expert for security operations.
• Build, improve, and maintain relationships with clients and on-site staff.
• Coordinate support services to meet financial and operational goals.
• Develop, prepare, and compile reports, memos, and documentation.
• Manage, lead, and support a team of 8 security officers, site leads, and shift supervisors.
• Conduct annual performance reviews and manage performance tracking and disciplinary actions.
• Partner with HR and operations management on onboarding and training.
• Track and manage company equipment in the field.
• Ensure high-quality physical security services for tenant spaces and parking facilities.
• Lead initial responses to escalated security issues or emergency situations.

Required qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of managerial and policy-making experience in law enforcement or contract security management.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Permanent Employee Registration Card (PERC).
• Proficient in Excel with the ability to create and manage budgets and budget variance reports.
• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong qualitative, quantitative, and time-management abilities.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Perform indoor/outdoor foot patrols in all weather conditions.
• Lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs.
• Must maintain a reliable contact phone number.

Nice to have

• High-rise Class A commercial office tower experience.
• Extensive contacts within the local law enforcement community.
• Degree in Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement Management, or related field (or equivalent experience/education).
• Professional certifications in Security Management (CPP or similar).
• Experience with workforce management and scheduling platforms.
• Bilingual.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and AD&D insurance options.
• Accrued paid vacation, personal days, and paid holiday coverage.
• 401(k) plan.
• Continuous, skills-enhancing training programs.
• Pathways for leadership advancement.

Before you apply

• Must pass pre-employment drug screen.
• Must pass criminal background check.

About the company

Marksman Security is dedicated to building personalized security solutions. They were named a nationally recognized Top Workplace in 2024 and 2025 by USA Today.