Area Vice President

Sitio de experiencia de candidatos; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Securitas USA seeks an Area Vice President to provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for a designated geographic area, ensuring branches achieve revenue growth, profitability, and service excellence. This senior role requires deep security operations experience and strong leadership capabilities.

The ideal candidate will drive financial performance, develop leaders, and execute strategic initiatives across multiple locations while partnering with sales to expand service offerings

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Criminal Justice, Security Management, or related field.
• Five+ years of progressively responsible leadership experience in security operations or related field.
• Strong financial management, budgeting, forecasting, and profit & loss accountability.
• CPP designation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all branch operations within the assigned Area to meet revenue and customer satisfaction goals.
• Coach and develop Branch Managers to strengthen leadership and performance.
• Analyze operational and financial performance and maintain P&L accountability.
• Partner with sales leadership to support business development and client retention.
• Ensure compliance with policies, regulations, and best practices across locations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Financial management

Client relationships

Team development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Criminal Justice, Security Management, or related field

Job description

About Securitas USA

Securitas Security Services USA, Inc. is the global leader in protective services, delivering specialized guarding, advanced technology solutions, and comprehensive risk management to clients across a wide range of industries. Our mission is simple yet powerful: to help make your world a safer place. With a proud legacy of 90 years, built on trust, innovation, and international expertise, we take pride in offering security solutions that are tailored to each client’s unique needs. By combining cutting-edge technology with exceptional service, we continue to redefine what safety and security mean in today's world.

Location: Indianapolis, IN

The salary range for this role is from $120,000 to $140,000 annually. The compensation range may vary based on factors such as geographic location, relevant experience, and applicable skills.

What You'll Do

As an Area Vice President, you will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for a designated geographic area, ensuring branch offices achieve revenue growth, profitability, client retention, and service excellence objectives. This role is critical in supporting regional business operations by driving financial performance, developing leaders, and executing strategic initiatives across multiple locations.

The ideal candidate is a proven senior leader with extensive experience in security operations, multi-site management, and business development. They are highly analytical, client-focused, and skilled at building high-performing teams while maintaining accountability for operational excellence and financial results.

• Lead and oversee all branch operations within the assigned Area, ensuring achievement of revenue, profitability, and customer satisfaction goals.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and development opportunities to Branch Managers to strengthen leadership capabilities and organizational performance.
• Analyze operational and financial performance metrics, maintain full profit and loss accountability, and implement strategies to drive continuous improvement.
• Partner with sales leadership to support business development efforts, client retention initiatives, contract negotiations, and service expansion opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, legal requirements, industry regulations, and operational best practices across all branch locations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Who You Are

An ideal candidate brings:

• A service-first mindset, clear communication skills, strong attention to detail, and sound judgment when approaching challenges. The ideal candidate is solutions-focused and thrives in both independent and team settings.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Criminal Justice, Security Management, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certified Protection Professional (CPP) designation preferred.
• Five or more years of progressively responsible leadership experience in security operations, business management, or a related field.
• Strong financial management skills, including budget planning, forecasting, and profit and loss accountability.
• Advanced leadership, strategic planning, business development, and client relationship management capabilities.

Experience That Sets You Apart

• Extensive multi-location operational leadership experience within the security services industry.
• CPP certification or other industry-recognized professional credentials.
• Demonstrated success driving business growth, client retention, and operational excellence.
• Experience managing complex employee relations, compliance, and organizational change initiatives.

Why You Would Want to Join the Team

• Lead a large and impactful business area with significant influence on organizational growth and performance.
• Collaborate with executive leadership and key stakeholders to shape strategic business initiatives.
• Gain exposure to high-profile clients and complex operational environments.
• Accelerate your career through leadership development and advancement opportunities within a global organization.
• Join a culture focused on innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Drive meaningful business results while developing future leaders across the organization.
• Be part of an industry-leading company that combines advanced technology, operational excellence, and world-class client partnerships to make communities safer.