Physical Security Manager

Summary

Our client, a top-tier professional services firm with a large global footprint, seeks a Physical Security Manager (Security Manager // NOT a cybersecurity role) responsible for overseeing and strengthening physical security operations across the United States and key locations in Latin America, to safeguard its people, offices, and assets. The incumbent will assist in the development of consistent security practices that tie into the Firm’s global security program. The Security Manager will play a key role in supporting daily operations, as well as managing security platforms and third party security vendors. Additional areas of responsibility include crisis management and incident response, risk awareness, compliance with global standards, and business continuity planning.

This is a hands-on role that requires excellent coordination, communication, and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to act/operate independently and proactively, to support an effective and responsive security posture. Flexibility and the ability to travel with little notice is required.

The role is based at the Firm’s New York City office and requires on-site presence.

Responsibilities

Security Operations Support:

• Assist in implementing and maintaining standardized security policies and procedures across regional offices
• Support Office Managers with security best practices, and help identify and implement practical remediation measures
• Support the planning and execution of annual security assessments
• Ensure consistent service delivery and performance from 3rd party security vendors
• Assist in the operation and management of security technology systems (e.g., access control, emergency alerting, threat monitoring)
• Report local security incidents/issues into the Firm’s incident management reporting system
• Plan and implement security measures for major company events held throughout the year and provide on-site support during events

Incident Management and Intelligence:

• Act as a point of escalation in managing global security incidents
• Provide operational support during incident response, ensuring timely communication with relevant stakeholders and proper reporting
• Support the day-to-day use of security intelligence platforms, including reviewing automated alerts and escalating where needed
• Help maintain local office awareness of emerging risks and coordinate with third-party providers for periodic security reviews

Business Continuity:

• Support the development, implementation, and maintenance of business continuity plans across regional offices
• Assist with the coordination and delivery of tabletop exercises and continuity drills, ensuring lessons learned are captured and applied
• Work with Office Managers to embed resilience practices into daily operations and ensure preparedness for potential disruptions

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree strongly preferred (Associate's Degree may be considered with strong professional experience)
• 5+ years of corporate private-sector experience required; professional services and global/regional program management experience strongly preferred
• Significant hands-on experience in supplier negotiations and vendor management
• Experience working directly with firm executives
• Strong understanding of corporate security policies and compliance
• Understanding of global risk management frameworks and relevant standards; for example - ISO 27001 (information security) and ISO 31030 (travel risk management)
• Knowledgeable about workplace violence and insider threat security protocols and training
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to support cross-regional initiatives and balance multiple priorities
• Exceptional communication skills to engage with regional teams, suppliers, and senior management
• Active listening skills for conflict resolution and problem solving
• Analytical thinker with the ability to assess risks, interpret incident data, and contribute to process improvements
• Ability to work non-standard hours (evenings/weekends) as needed in support of major company events
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and the usage of security-related platforms (e.g. intelligence platforms, reporting dashboards)