Manager, Physical Security Systems & Infrastructure

About the role

Responsible for leading the day to day execution, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the organization’s enterprise physical security program. Reporting to the Director of Security Operations, this position provides operational leadership of the organization's physical security systems and supporting infrastructure, including electronic security technologies, identity management, and physical protective measures that safeguard company personnel, facilities and critical assets.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, develop and manage a team of alarm technicians, badge administration personnel and video surveillance technicians
• Establish performance expectations, provide coaching and performance feedback, and foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, safety and continuous improvement
• Manage the daily operation, maintenance, and administration of enterprise Access Control System (ACS), Intrusion Detection System (IDS), Video Management System (VMS) and identify management systems
• Ensure the reliability, availability, and lifecycle management of physical security technology through preventative maintenance, system monitoring, trouble shooting and vendor coordination
• Manage badge administration processes, physical access authorization, credential lifecycle management, and associated security policies
• Plan and execute physical security technology projects including system upgrades, facility expansions, renovations and new construction initiatives
• Serve as the physical security subject matter expert in collaboration with cross functional partners

Requirements

• Typically requires an undergraduate degree in criminal justice, security management, a related field, or equivalent experience
• Minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience supporting enterprise physical security
• Minimum of three years of leadership experience managing technical, operational, or security teams
• Demonstrated experience administering enterprise access control, intrusion detection and video management systems
• Experience leading security technology implementation projects and coordinating cross functional stakeholders
• Experience managing contractors, vendors and system integrators
• Strong leadership skills with demonstrated success building coaching and developing high performing teams
• Organizational, project management, and problem solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including experience preparing executive presentations and operational reports
• Proficiency with Microsoft office applications

Preferred

• Certified Protection Professional (CPP), Physical Security Professional (PSP), Project Management Professional (PMP), or equivalent professional certification
• Experience supporting defense, aerospace, manufacturing, or other highly regulated environments
• Experience with enterprise security platforms such as LenelS2, Genetec, Software House, Milestone, Bosch or similar enterprise systems
• Familiarity with NISPOM, UL 2050, ICD 705, and other applicable physical security standards
• Experience supporting multi-site operations with geographically dispersed teams
• Experience developing capital investment recommendations and supporting long term technology modernization initiatives
• Knowledge of electronic security system design principles, integrated security technologies, and physical security best practices
• Demonstrated ability to lead organizational change and continuous improvement initiatives

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $118747 - $201870

Employee Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health savings accounts
• A 401(k) savings plan
• Disability coverage
• Life and accident insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Legal plan
• Other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance
• Recognition program
• Other incentives based on position level and/or job specifics

About BAE Systems

BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale.