Advanced Security Project Manager

Johnson Controls; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 107,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Controls in Edison, NJ is seeking an experienced Advanced Security Project Manager to lead planning, design, installation, and delivery of enterprise security projects, including access control, CCTV, and intrusion detection. You will coordinate with IT, security, facilities, and vendors, manage budgets and schedules, ensure cybersecurity standards, and deliver projects on time and within scope.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of experience in security or IT

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Security Management, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
• 5+ years of experience managing enterprise-level security or IT infrastructure projects from initiation through closeout.
• Experience with physical security systems including Electronic Access Control Systems (e.g., CCURE 9000), IP-based CCTV/Video Management Systems (e.g., Genetec), and intrusion detection.
• Strong knowledge of security system architecture, low-voltage infrastructure, and device integration.
• Experience coordinating system design, reviewing technical drawings, and ensuring adherence to security and operational standards.
• Understanding of IT networking fundamentals (VLANs, IP addressing, switches, fiber/copper) and cybersecurity principles in physical security.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects with scope, schedule, budget, and resources.
• Experience with project management methodologies/tools (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, MS Project, Smartsheet).
• Strong vendor and contractor management.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Experience leading cross-functional collaboration with IT, security, facilities, and business teams.
• Ability to oversee testing, commissioning, and user acceptance; ensure system performance and quality.

Responsibilities

• Own outcomes with accountability, safety, and integrity by leading multiple security technology projects from initiation through closeout.
• Develop charters, scopes of work, schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
• Coordinate project activities among internal stakeholders, contractors, consultants, and security integrators.
• Track project milestones, risks, issues, dependencies, and action items.
• Provide regular project status reports and executive‑level updates.
• Manage project budgets, forecasts, purchase orders, change orders, and invoices.
• Ensure project deliverables meet quality, operational, and cybersecurity standards.
• Gather business requirements for security systems; review designs for enterprise standards.
• Oversee deployments of access control, CCTV, and intrusion detection solutions.
• Ensure proper integration with existing infrastructure.
• Conduct vendor/contractor management and performance reviews.
• Oversee testing, commissioning, and closeout activities with documented turnover packages.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Security Management, or a related field

Job description

About Us

Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission‑critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education. For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry‑leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real‑world results and help move society forward.

What You Will Do

We are seeking an experienced Advanced Security Project Manager to lead the planning, design, implementation, and delivery of enterprise physical security projects. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical knowledge of electronic access control systems, IP‑based CCTV/video management systems, security networking, and infrastructure deployments, while demonstrating exceptional project management, vendor management, and stakeholder communication skills. This role is responsible for managing security technology projects from initial requirements gathering and design through installation, commissioning, testing, training, and project closeout. The Security Program Manager will work closely with internal business units, IT teams, security departments, architects, engineers, integrators, and vendors to ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with organizational standards.

How You Will Do It

• Project Management
  • Own outcomes with accountability, safety, and integrity by leading multiple security technology projects simultaneously from initiation through closeout.
  • Focus on what matters by developing comprehensive project charters, scopes of work, schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
  • Coordinate project activities among internal stakeholders, contractors, consultants, and security integrators.
  • Track project milestones, risks, issues, dependencies, and action items.
  • Win as one team by providing regular project status reports and executive‑level updates.
  • Manage project budgets, forecasts, purchase orders, change orders, and invoices.
  • Ensure project deliverables meet quality, operational, and cybersecurity standards.
• Security System Design & Implementation
  • Gather business and security requirements from stakeholders.
  • Review and ensure security system designs align with enterprise standards.
  • Manage deployments of critical systems including access control, CCTV, and intrusion detection solutions.
  • Ensure proper integration of systems with existing infrastructure.
• Vendor & Contractor Management
  • Improve every day by conducting performance reviews and ensuring adherence to schedules and quality standards.
  • Facilitate issue resolution and elevate concerns as needed.
  • Oversee completion of contract deliverables and punch‑list items.
• Testing, Commissioning & Closeout
  • Develop and execute comprehensive testing and commissioning plans.
  • Validate all system functionalities meet performance requirements.
  • Ensure completion of all necessary documentation and turnover packages.

Required

What we look for

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Security Management, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
• 5+ years of experience managing enterprise‑level security or IT infrastructure projects from initiation through closeout.
• Proven expertise in physical security systems, including:
  • Electronic Access Control Systems (e.g., CCURE 9000)
  • IP‑based CCTV and Video Management Systems (e.g., Genetec)
  • Intrusion detection, intercom, visitor management, and biometric solutions
• Strong knowledge of security system architecture, low‑voltage infrastructure, and device integration.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating system design, reviewing technical drawings, and ensuring adherence to security and operational standards.
• Solid understanding of IT/networking fundamentals, including VLANs, IP addressing, network switches, and fiber/copper infrastructure.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity principles and their application within physical security environments.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, including scope, schedule, budget, and resource planning.
• Experience with project management methodologies and tools (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, MS Project, Smartsheet, or similar).
• Strong vendor and contractor management experience, including reviewing proposals, managing performance, and resolving issues.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Experience leading cross‑functional collaboration with IT, security, facilities, and business teams.
• Ability to oversee testing, commissioning, and user acceptance processes, ensuring system performance and quality standards are met.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail in documentation, reporting, and project tracking

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $107,000- 161,000(Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) This position includes a competitive benefits package. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us