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Senior Manager, Security, Fire, and Life Safety (Onsite)

Pratt & Whitney · Columbus, Georgia, United States · 1 wk ago
On-siteManagementFull-time

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a U.S. government-issued security clearance. An active and existing DoD Secret clearance is required after day one.

About the Role

At RTX, the world’s largest aerospace and defense company, you’ll join 185,000 great minds united by purpose and inspired to solve the world’s most complex problems. Pratt & Whitney, a leader in aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems, is revolutionizing modern flight and shaping the future of aerospace and defense.

This onsite role at the Columbus campus—classified at the second-highest security risk designation—involves directing, coordinating, and managing security operations to protect assets and develop timely mitigation plans.

Responsibilities

  • Direct and manage security operations, self-initiating appropriate actions to mitigate risks.
  • Oversee an on-campus guard force of approximately 65 full-time equivalent employees.
  • Establish and direct emergency response procedures for hazards including hazardous material, fire, medical, and technical rescue incidents.
  • Deliver risk-appropriate briefings, in-depth reporting, or advisories to leadership based on security-related intelligence.
  • Lead on-site security for special events, board meetings, and VIP services aligned with P&W Global Security Key Employee Security Services.
  • Ensure operability of security technologies (CCTV, intrusion detection, access control, perimeter security) and co-design systems with other company programs.
  • Manage Employee Badging and Visitor Registration.

Requirements

  • Advanced degree and 7+ years of relevant experience (Military, Law Enforcement, Fire & Life Safety, Security, Intelligence, Cybersecurity); OR
    • Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years of relevant experience; OR
    • Associate’s degree and 11+ years of relevant experience; OR
    • High School diploma or Military/Technical Training and 13+ years of relevant experience.
  • Experience developing, implementing, and managing corporate security programs and third-party contracted security services.
  • 5+ years of management experience or leading teams.

Preferred Qualifications

  • College degree in a relevant field.
  • Active U.S. government-issued Secret clearance.
  • ASIS Certified Protection Professional (CPP) certification.
  • Experience with LenelS2/Onguard and Milestone systems.
  • Experience with Global Trade Regulations and Export Marking.
  • Experience handling sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
  • Experience conducting audits and reconciliations of security records.
  • Ability to develop SOPs and process documentation.
  • Project coordination experience with government officials, contractors, and internal teams.
  • Working knowledge of continuous improvement tools (CORE/ACE, Six Sigma).
  • Strong communication skills across the organization, suppliers, and customers.

Pay

The salary range for this role is $132,400 – $251,600 USD. The range is a good-faith estimate representative of all experience levels. Factors considered include role, function, responsibilities, work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Life insurance and short/long-term disability.
  • 401(k) match.
  • Flexible spending accounts.
  • Flexible work schedules.
  • Employee assistance program.
  • Employee Scholar Program.
  • Parental leave.
  • Paid time off and holidays.
  • Eligibility for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs (dependent on role level and collective-bargaining agreements).

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