Healthcare Security Operations Lead

Baptist Health; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability

Identity protection

Tuition reimbursement

Maternity leave

Paternity leave

PTO sell-back

Bereavement leave

Employee assistance fund

Retirement with company match

Job summary

Baptist Health in Lexington, KY is seeking a Manager, Security to lead the hospital's Security Services across the campus and affiliated facilities. You will oversee security personnel, surveillance and access controls, and develop strategies to maintain a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff.

This role requires at least five years in security, a high school diploma, and a valid driver's license; CHSO certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• 5 years' experience.
• 3-5 Healthcare industry preferred.
• Driver's License (no violations 2 years).
• Certified Healthcare Security Officer (CHSO) with IAHSS certification preferred not required.
• Must obtain Taser/CEW, De-Escalation, Handcuffing, Defensive tactics within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Lead the daily operations of Security Services across the hospital campus and affiliated facilities.
• Develop and implement security strategies, emergency preparedness plans, and physical security programs.
• Oversee security personnel, including hiring, coaching, performance management, scheduling, and staff development.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, regulatory standards, and accreditation requirements.
• Manage security systems, including surveillance, access control, alarms, and other security technologies.
• Lead investigations, incident responses, risk assessments, and security improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with hospital leadership, Facilities, law enforcement, and emergency response agencies to promote a safe environment.
• Manage departmental budgets, contracts, and operational performance while supporting organizational goals.
• Foster a culture of safety, customer service, and continuous improvement across the Security team.

Skills

Security leadership

Incident response

Budget management

Regulatory compliance

Education

High school diploma

CHSO certification (preferred)

Job description

Baptist Health in Lexington, KY is seeking a Manager, Security to lead the hospital's Security Services across the campus and affiliated facilities. You will oversee security personnel, surveillance and access controls, and develop strategies to maintain a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff.

This role requires at least five years in security, a high school diploma, and a valid driver's license; CHSO certification is preferred.