Director of Security Operations

Genuine Search Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Genuine Search Group is seeking an experienced Security Director to oversee security operations and provide leadership for a professional security team across the property. You will maintain a safe, secure environment, establish standards, and improve day-to-day procedures while readying the team to respond to incidents.

The role requires hands-on leadership, management of personnel, investigations, risk assessment, and ensuring consistent execution of security procedures across all shifts.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years in security, law enforcement, or security management.
• Valid New York State Security Guard License.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.
• Knowledge of applicable laws and local enforcement procedures.

Responsibilities

• Direct the property's security operation and set priorities for the team.
• Coordinate between property leadership and security staff for clear directives.
• Maintain consistent handoffs, reporting, and communication across shifts.
• Oversee patrols, dispatch, incident response, logs, and shift reports.
• Lead investigations involving incidents, policy violations, and safety concerns.
• Maintain a highly visible security presence across the community and key areas.
• Oversee entrances, common areas, parking, packages, perimeters, and resident areas.
• Train, coach, and develop personnel to meet performance expectations.
• Conduct performance reviews and provide ongoing feedback and guidance.

Skills

Security leadership

Incident response

Staff management

Risk assessment

Investigations

Emergency preparedness

Coaching & development

Education

New York State Security Guard License

First Aid & CPR certification

Job description

Genuine Search Group is seeking an experienced Security Director to oversee security operations and provide leadership for a professional security team across the property. You will maintain a safe, secure environment, establish standards, and improve day-to-day procedures while readying the team to respond to incidents.

The role requires hands-on leadership, management of personnel, investigations, risk assessment, and ensuring consistent execution of security procedures across all shifts.