Operations Manager Security

Alliedbarton Security Services; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Universal in Nashville is seeking a Security Manager to lead a growing client security program, overseeing Account Managers and ensuring delivery of high-quality service across multiple sites.

The role demands 7+ years in management within a high-volume environment, 5+ years in private security, and a valid driver’s license; you will shape security protocols, drive metrics, and mentor a team toward safety, compliance, and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Seven years of management experience in a high-volume environment or service industry.
• Five years of experience in private security.
• Two years of security management experience.
• Two or more years driving operational goals and metrics.
• Ability to manage a profitable book of business and foster client relationships.
• Strong communication and leadership in a matrixed organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of Account Managers, fostering accountability and professional development.
• Build and grow relationships with a high-profile client and implement corrective action plans.
• Oversee service delivery while ensuring compliance with policies, standards, and regulations.
• Analyze KPIs and operational metrics to maximize efficiency and productivity.
• Identify and mitigate security risks; develop protocols, training, and response plans.
• Establish a culture of safety with action plans to prevent injuries across sites.
• Ensure consistent security officer service across multiple locations and sites.
• Stay current on operational topics affecting the guard program and invoicing processes.
• Manage projects involving security system installations, upgrades, and service work.
• Coordinate with security integrators servicing the customer.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Client relations

Team collaboration

Safety culture

Problem solving

Strategic thinking

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

BI tools

Job description

Overview

Company Overview:

Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve.

Job Description

Security Manager – Full-Time | Nashville, TN

Salary: $65,000 / Year

Full-Time Management Opportunity

Take the next step in your security career with a full-time Security Manager opportunity in Nashville. We’re looking for an experienced security professional who is ready to take on a leadership role and bring their experience to a growing team.

Position Highlights:

• $65,000 annual salary

• Full-time management position

• Minimum 2 years of security experience required

• Valid driver’s license required

• 3–5 years of work experience preferred

• Opportunity to lead, develop, and support a security team

• Career growth with an established leader in the security industry

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead and mentor a team of Account Managers by providing coaching, support, and recognition, while fostering accountability; encourage a collaborative and inclusive work environment to promote teamwork, open communication, and professional development, while taking ownership of succession planning at all levels
• Build, maintain, and grow relationships with representatives of a high-profile client by understanding their security needs and ensuring satisfaction; develop and implement corrective action plans for identified opportunities for operational improvement
• Deliver high-quality service to our client by strategically overseeing Account Managers, while maintaining industry standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements
• Analyze, report and drive operational metrics and KPIs using Allied Universal's Business Intelligence Platform, maximizing efficiency and productivity
• Identify and mitigate security risks; develop and implement security protocols, training, and response plans
• Establish a culture of safety by developing action plans that aid in the prevention of work-related injuries
• Ensure consistent security officer service delivery across multiple site locations
• Stay abreast of all relevant operational, procedural, and systems topics and issues impacting the guard program
• Participate in and ensure the accurate processing of Allied Universal invoices for customer management review and approval for payment
• Manage projects involving security system installations, upgrades, and service work
• Coordinate with security integrators providing services to our customer

By infusing our core values of agility, reliability, caring, teamwork, integrity, safety, and innovation into your leadership approach, you will not only achieve success in your role but also contribute to the positive culture and growth of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE):

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of seven (7) years of management experience in a high-volume workforce environment or service industry
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in the private security industry
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in security management
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience driving operational goals and metrics
• Leadership skills that foster teamwork, innovation, agility, client relations and achieving desired results
• Ability to maintain a profitable book of business by cross-collaborating and utilizing results-oriented problem-solving skills to meet both client and employee growth and satisfaction
• Proficiency in web-based applications and computer systems, including Microsoft Office and (BI) Business Intelligence tools for metrics analysis, reporting, automation, and presentations
• Dynamic networking skills displaying a commitment to safety and trust by participating in local community, client and industry events
• Basic understanding of financial principles, including budgeting and financial reporting. Ability to interpret simple financial data and use it to support decision-making
• Demonstrated abilities to grasp complex electronic access control, video surveillance, and security design concepts and procedures
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Highly proficient project management skills; effective planning and organizing, innovative problem solving skills
• Proficient computer skills
• Demonstrated leadership skills consistent with managing across a matrixed organization

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NICE TO HAVE):

• Law enforcement, military and/or contract or proprietary security services experience
• Experience managing a dispersed workforce in a multi-location operation

BENEFITS:

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• Enrollment in our company’s 401(k)plan, subject to eligibility requirements
• Eight paid holidays annually, five sick days, and four personal days
• Vacation time offered at an accrual rate of 3.08 hours biweekly. Unused vacation is only paid out where required by law.

Closing

Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com