Security Manager - Nashville, TN or Atlanta, GA

CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products, and providers all around the world. Present in 170+ countries and with more than 110,000 employees spread over 1,500 sites, we are proud to be a Top 5 global 3PL.

We believe that our employees are the key to our success. We want to engage and empower our diverse, global team to co-create value with our customers through our solutions in contract logistics and air, ocean, ground, and finished vehicle transport. That is why CEVA Logistics offers a dynamic and exceptional work environment that fosters personal growth, innovation, and continuous improvement.

DARE TO GROW! Join CEVA Logistics, and you will be part of a team that values imagination and continued learning and is committed to excellence in everything we do. Join us in our mission to shape the future of global logistics. As we continue growing at a fast pace, will you “Dare to Grow” with us?

YOUR ROLE

Responsible for managing the CEVA physical security program in an assigned region. Reviews all physical security requests and evaluates requests based on CEVA security, customer, government, regulatory, and industry standards. Ensures physical security related expenditures remain within budgetary expectations. Provides leadership and oversight to physical security projects in coordination and collaboration with relevant business partners.

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?

• Lead the oversight, management and integration of CEVA physical security  guidelines and procedures at all assigned regional locations to ensure effective maintenance of security standards and compliance with regulatory guidelines.
• Provide leadership and guidance to assigned Regional Security Managers.
• Ensure all CEVA guidelines for procurement are followed.
• Receive all operational physical security requests, review requests based on requirements of CEVA, customer, government, regulatory, and industry standards.
• Lead physical security projects within assigned region to ensure they are completed on schedule and within budget.
• Review and audit guard coverage invoicing for assigned region.  Identify, investigate, and resolve any billing discrepancies.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with local, state and federal law enforcement and other related government agencies.
• Review proposed customer security requirements and indicate any areas of non-compliance with appropriate CEVA business partners.
• Engage with CEVA Business Development to ensure new awarded customer security requirements are implemented as directed by contractual obligations and meet CEVA Security Standards.
• Engage with CEVA Security Investigations to ensure all investigative matters are coordinated with all relevant business partners.
• Evaluate and implement new technology that improves the overall CEVA security infrastructure while reducing costs.
• Conduct security audits as necessary and in compliance with the CEVA Security audit policy.
• Perform on-site security assessments in coordination with site leadership to identify potential areas of vulnerability and mitigation actions.
• Work collaboratively with operational site leadership to resolve issues and improve overall security effectiveness.
• Establish and maintain a rapport with CEVA customer security departments.
• Ensure surveillance systems, security systems and alarms in field locations are maintained and operational.
• Familiarity with emerging technology changes and innovations through formal or informal research and/or participation in professional organizations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

Education and Experience:

• High School Degree or GED required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Safety, Security, Criminal Justice, Project Management, Construction Management or a related field preferred; or, combination of education and work experience in a similar role.
• Minimum of seven years experience in corporate security or similar role.
• Minimum of five years experience in a management or leadership role.
• Certifications and Licenses
• CPP (Certified Protection Professional) preferred.

Skills:

• Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently.
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively with multi-functional and diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from management, employees and vendors.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office, internet, web-based and job related specific software applications including security reporting database software.
• Knowledgeable and experienced with physical security, security principals, investigative processes, report preparation and interviewing.
• In-depth knowledge of supply chain security and the deployment of security policy across tiered partners.
• Ability to effectively communicate security related concepts to a broad range of technical and non-technical staff.
• Experience with, or ability to understand internal and external implications of solutions proposed, potential areas of risk and methods to limit liabilities.
• Experienced in managing cooperative working relationships with local, state and federal law enforcement and other related government agencies.
• Ability to establish and manage vendor relationships in collaboration with other CEVA business partners.
• Excellent planning, time management, collaboration, decision making, organization, presentation and negotiating skills.
• Knowledgeable in the principles of project management, quality assurance and contract service delivery.
• Ability to handle sensitive and/or confidential documents and information.
• Demonstrated success in leading, supervising, managing and developing individuals and high performance teams.
• Ability to manage the financial aspects of the department including purchasing, budget preparation and review, financial reporting and monitoring expenses.

WHAT DO WE HAVE TO OFFER?

With a genuine culture of recognition, we want our employees to grow, develop and be part of our journey. We offer a competitive benefits package

We are a team in every sense, and we support each other and work collaboratively to achieve our goals together.

It is our goal that you will be compensated for your hard work and commitment, so if you’d like to work for one of the top Logistics providers in the world then let’s work together to help you find your new role.

ABOUT TOMORROW

We value your professional and personal growth. That’s why we share plenty of career opportunities for you to thrive within CEVA. This role can be the first step on your career path with us.  You can stay in the same job family, find a new family to grow in (an almost limitless number of options) or find your own path. Join CEVA for a challenging and rewarding career.

CEVA operates in a multicultural, global environment and is a richly diverse organization operating seamlessly as one company. We aim to attract, motivate and retain the best people in our industry, whatever their background.  We share the same passion to deliver world-class solutions to our customers. We have the best supply chain professionals in the industry and develop this talent in an inspiring work environment.

CEVA Logistics is proud to be an equal opportunity work place and an affirmative action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic.  We are an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individual with Disabilities.

Please note:  Legitimate CEVA Logistics recruitment processes include communication with candidates through recognized professional networks, such as LinkedIn or via an official company email address: View email address on jobs.cmacgm-group.com. We recommend that you do not respond to unsolicited business propositions and/or offers from people with whom you are unfamiliar.

Information provided is true and accurate.  False statements or information will result in the application voided.

Outstanding benefits for employee and family including multiple health plans(company contribution to health savings account), prescription, dental and vision coverage.
Company paid life insurance, accident insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage and employee assistance plan.
Voluntary benefits including additional life insurance, AD&D coverage, buy-up short- and long-term disability, critical illness, identify theft & legal plan.
401(k) with company match.
Flexible Paid Time Off programs including company paid holidays.
Tuition reimbursement program.