Director-Physical Security

Indiana University Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Health seeks a Director of Physical Security to develop and lead the enterprise-wide security strategy. You will oversee access control, surveillance and badging programs to safeguard patients, team members and facilities.

The role requires 7-10 years of relevant experience with a strong background in physical security hardware and software, plus leadership capabilities for a large healthcare network.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of experience required.
• 7-10 years of relevant experience required.
• Experience managing physical security systems (access control, video surveillance).
• Lenel/Milestone technician certifications are a plus.
• Supervision/management experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the enterprise-wide physical security strategy for IU Health.
• Oversee design, implementation and management of security systems to protect patients, staff and facilities.
• Provide strategic leadership, budget development and management for the department.
• Direct a team delivering access control, surveillance, badging and other physical security solutions.
• Maintain industry knowledge to drive security innovation across the network.

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent years of experience

Job description

Our leaders shape strategic initiatives, develop passionate teams, and work to improve health outcomes. They advance our mission and exemplify excellence, compassion, teamwork and purpose in all that they do.

Indiana University Health is seeking individuals who embody these values to join our leadership team in the role of Director, Physical Security.

The Director-Physical Security is responsible for developing and leading the enterprise-wide physical security strategy for IU Health. Ensures the safety of patients, team members, and facilities by overseeing the design, implementation, and management of security systems. Provides strategic leadership, develops and manages the departmental budget, and directs a team that delivers access control, surveillance, badging, and other physical security solutions across the IU Health network. Maintains industry knowledge, positioning IU Health to innovate physical security practices and technology.

Key Relationships

Reports to : Vice President – Security Safety and Disaster Preparedness

Candidate Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent years of experience is required.
• Requires 7-10 years of relevant experience.
• Requires experience managing physical security systems, including access control hardware and software and video surveillance.
• Requires technical expertise in physical security hardware standards and practices.
• Lenel/Milestone technician certifications are a plus.
• Supervision and management experience is a plus.

Indiana University Health is unlike any other healthcare system and we're looking for team members who share the things that matter most to us. IU Health leaders play a crucial role in advancing the mission of our organization and inspiring teams to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients. As one of Indiana’s largest employers and the most comprehensive medical system in the state, our vision is to lead the transformation of healthcare through quality, innovation and education, and make Indiana one of the nation’s healthiest states.

IU Health is the largest health system in Indiana with nearly 40,000 team members, 15 hospitals and $8.64 billion in operating revenue. The system’s programs in cancer, cardiovascular, neuroscience, orthopedics, pediatrics and transplants have received national recognition for quality patient care. IU Health, in partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine, bring together highly skilled physicians, researchers, and educators into close collaboration to provide world-class care for children and adults and improve the health of patients and communities across Indiana.

Indiana University Health is dedicated to a fair hiring process and is committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination for all individuals, regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender identity, expression, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.