Site Security Leader

Site Security Leader

Requirements

• 5 years of progressively responsible, security related experience with a demonstrated understanding of security operations (to include threat and risk management, workplace violence prevention, security and fire technology, and quality assurance for contracted services)
• Working knowledge of video surveillance systems, access control and security systems
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to build trust and effectively communicate across levels and functions
• Excellent analytical, planning, organizational and project management skills
• Ability to facilitate and support implementation of corporate policies and best practices for security, fire prevention, and related policies
• Ability to assist in facilitating progressive change
• Ability to act decisively in emergency situations
• Capable of physically responding to emergency situations
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and utilize sound judgment
• Proficient with Microsoft programs

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and oversight to contracted site security leader and team
• Provide quality assurance support (to include quality audits) and ensure compliance with GM Global Security Manual and site specific Standard Operating Procedures
• Provide support and guidance to local site operations and leadership to ensure effective implementation of security and fire protection measures
• Maintain regular communication with GM site leadership and stakeholders (including but not limited to Site Director, HR/LR Director, Manufacturing Engineering, Workplace Safety, Facilities, etc.) regarding security and fire protection compliance and other emerging issues
• Initiate continuous improvement activities to ensure high quality and cost-effective security and fire protection services are provided to assigned site
• Partner with GM Security Technology team to identify opportunities for security system upgrades based on lifecycle, risk reduction and efficiency
• Ensure adequate security staffing is in place to mitigate risk and comply with minimum GM requirements
• Research and make recommendations on the implementation of best practices and other key initiatives
• Complete site security vulnerability assessments and ensure appropriate communication to leadership to support compliance and risk reduction
• Provide recommendations on security and fire related operations, policy, and technology applications to GM site leadership and Global Security
• Assure all incidents are reported, documented, and communicated in accordance with procedures
• Conduct after action reviews following significant incidents, identify incident trends and ensure appropriate corrective action is communicated, tracked and completed
• Partner with GM Investigations groups to ensure awareness of incidents and timely follow up

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university, college and/or equivalent
• Degree in security, fire protection or a related field
• Supervisory or leadership experience
• Experience or working knowledge of manufacturing and warehousing operations
• Avigilon and Lenel experience