Security Manager ( ASIS Certified Protection Professional (CPP) )

Employer: FHI 360
Locations : US-DC-Washington
Job ID : 15515
About FHI 360:

FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in health, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, civil society, gender, youth, research and technology — creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 70 countries and all U.S. states and territories. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of: Security Manager
Job Summary / Responsibilities:
• Provides technical expertise to members of the company’s Emergency Team (General Counsel, HR, IT, Compliance) as they plan, develop, direct, and coordinate effective security programs designed to identify and mitigate risk to employees, executives, visitors and material assets at multiple operating locations. Serves as the primary advisor to senior executives regarding security matters. Leverages extensive subject matter expertise in the security arena in order to provide strategic guidance to the organization on a wide array of issues, seeking innovative ways to identify and address organizational security risk in a manner that will support continued growth and innovation.
• Manages, and coordinates, security programs to address a variety of issues including, privacy, physical security, investigations, regulatory compliance, illicit trade, and ensuring that programs meet appropriate regulatory guidelines.
• Serves as a resource for security issues across the organization.
• Responsible for managing of security professionals and vendors to safeguard the company's assets, and intellectual property, as well as the physical safety of the employees and visitors.
• Assists with identifying security and related goals, objectives and metrics consistent with corporate strategic plan,
• Prepares risk and threat assessment reports and recommendations to senior management.
• Develops and establishes security policies and procedures.
• Provides advice and counsel to management on matters relating to employee and property safety and security.
• Compiles, submits records and reports as required reflecting and recording departmental activities.
• Complies with all applicable laws, statutes, or standards from regulatory and accrediting agencies.
• Investigates risk management and public relations issues.
• Maintains good working relations with all external agencies including governmental and international agencies.
• Works with local management to gain insight on local regulations.
• Adheres to and applies all aspects of security regulations in a consistent manner.
• Monitors security conditions and conducts ongoing analysis of data received from both external and internal sources..
• Conducts training needs assessment with key stakeholders resulting in increased security management capacity.
Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or its International Equivalent - International Relations, Criminal Justice, Homeland Security, Security Administration or Related Field.
• Typically requires 5+ years of security experience in an NGO, corporate or government organizations or military asset protection programs.
• Demonstrated experience with implementing security strategies, policies, procedures and standards.
• Demonstrated experience with risk management and contract and vendor negotiations.
• Articulate, professional and able to communicate in a clear, positive manner with clients and staff.
• Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English.

ASIS Certified Protection Professional (CPP) designation desired.


This job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.

We offer competitive compensation and an outstanding benefit package. Please click here to visit FHI 360's Career Center for a list of all open positions.

FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. FHI 360 is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran with respect to policies, programs, or activities.