Chief Physical Security & Crisis Management Leader

HomeTrust Bank; Asheville, Greenville (NC, SC, FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

HomeTrust Bank is seeking a seasoned Physical Security Officer to lead enterprise security strategy across multiple locations in the Carolinas. You will identify, mitigate, and respond to physical security and crime risks while safeguarding people and assets.

Your role includes governance of access controls, video systems, guard operations, and incident response. You will drive security training, policy development, and compliance with DHS and related regulations, partnering with HR, Real

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice or equivalent training.
• 10+ years leading physical security including threat and vulnerability assessments.
• 8+ years crisis management and business continuity with incident response experience.
• 5+ years leadership in a matrix organization with broad influence.
• Ability to develop engaging security training and measure program effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and deploy security strategies and technology to safeguard personnel and assets.
• Lead physical security programs across multiple locations including access control and video surveillance.
• Oversee policy development, incident response, and regulatory compliance efforts.
• Coordinate with HR, facilities, and law enforcement; report threats to leadership.
• Manage security budgets and vendor relationships; ensure cost effectiveness.
• Provide regular security briefings and threat assessments to senior leaders.
• Develop awareness materials and training to advance security posture.
• Ensure compliance with DHS, CISA, BSA, AML, CIP and related regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Crisis management

Threat assessment

Vulnerability assessments

Incident response

Security program governance

Workplace violence training

Policy compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Executive protection

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice or equivalent training

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

HomeTrust Bank is seeking a seasoned Physical Security Officer to lead enterprise security strategy across multiple locations in the Carolinas. You will identify, mitigate, and respond to physical security and crime risks while safeguarding people and assets.

Your role includes governance of access controls, video systems, guard operations, and incident response. You will drive security training, policy development, and compliance with DHS and related regulations, partnering with HR, Real