Director, Security

JLL; Lawrence Township (MI); Remote; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Director of Security, where you will lead a team of over 375 security professionals across the nation. This role involves ensuring compliance with security policies, managing incidents, and developing security processes that protect assets and enhance safety. You'll work in a dynamic environment, collaborating with various stakeholders and providing strategic input on security projects. With a focus on personal well-being and growth, this innovative firm offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a 401(k) plan, medical, dental, and vision care, and generous paid parental leave. If you are passionate about security and leadership, this is the role for you.

Benefits

401(k) plan with matching contributions

Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care

Paid parental leave at 100% of salary

Paid Time Off

Company Holidays

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Security required.
• Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage outsourced guard services and ensure compliance with security policies.
• Conduct investigations and produce incident reports.
• Develop and implement security processes and procedures.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Problem-Solving Ability

Communication Skills

Customer Service

Data Analysis

Ability to Travel

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Security

Tools

Excel

Job description

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way.

Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world-class services, advisory, and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers, and find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades, or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.

What this job involves - The Director, Security will direct a top-performing third-party vendor guard service of 375+ Officers and Security Systems Maintenance Providers across the United States. Ensure strict regulatory compliance with JLL and client security policies and standards, promptly handle security incidents, conduct investigations in security breaches and failures, facilitate seamless incident management, and produce timely incident reports and mitigation plans.

What is the day to day?

• Manage the outsourced guard service and security systems maintenance providers for all sites.
• Manage physical and procedural security within the client sites through the outsourced guard service provider, ensuring compliance with supplier contracts and JLL SLAs.
• Identify and bring to the account technical current best practices and developments within the security industry that may benefit JLL and client.
• Implement and ensure compliance with client security policies and standards.
• Develop general and specific post orders and ensure implementation.
• Manage security incidents and produce timely incident reports and mitigation plans.
• Develop and implement security processes and procedures.
• Perform audits and inspections of the physical security of company-owned or leased facilities and make appropriate recommendations to improve the protection of assets.
• Conduct investigations in security breaches and failures, relative to internal JLL issues.
• Provide technical input into security projects and manage security small works projects.
• Provide security training, advice, and support to site facilities teams and suppliers.
• Participate in and provide security induction training as required.
• Assist with executive protection, emergency/crisis management planning, code of conduct inquiries, internal investigations, workplace violence issues, and employee performance issues.
• Provide quality consultation specific to security and ensure recommendations are delivered to various internal business customers.
• Manage and support audits and security reviews conducted by JLL or client.
• Build relationships and liaise with law enforcement, statutory and industry bodies, as well as peer groups within JLL, client, and externally.
• Ensure the local and tactical delivery of strategic security plans.
• Monitor and improve EHS recordkeeping systems to ensure record-keeping compliance and facilitate analysis of data.
• Manage performance of consultants and contractors performing work on EHS-related projects.
• Support the oversight and direction of the Global Response & Operations Center (GROC).
• Provide guidance on daily work activities within the GROC; organize, prioritize, and assign work; monitor status of work in progress and inspect completed work; confer with assigned staff, assist with complex/problem situations, and provide technical expertise within his/her skill set.

Desired experience and technical skills -

Required

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Security or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Strong leadership and relationship-building skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and problem-solving ability.
• Excellent verbal/written communication and presentation skills.
• Proven record of providing excellent internal and external customer service.
• Knowledge of standard business and accounting practices.
• Knowledge of Excel and ability to analyze data.
• Ability to travel, 25-50%

Preferred

• GxP Pharmaceutical leadership experience

Estimated total compensation for this position: 140,000.00 – 160,000.00 USD per year

The total compensation range is an estimate and not guaranteed. An employment offer is based on an applicant's education, experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

Location: Remote – Cambridge, MA, Lawrence, NJ, North Seattle, WA, San Diego, CA, Summit, NJ

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If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:

JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical, and emotional health. Some of these benefits may include:

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care

• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary

• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays