Physical Security Manager

Vulcan Elements Inc.; Benson (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Vulcan Elements Inc. in Benson, NC, is seeking a Physical Security Manager to own the security operation across multiple sites, with a focus on our large-scale manufacturing facility in Benson, NC.

You will oversee the development and implementation of corporate security policies, day-to-day operational activities, strategic security improvements, and controls & compliance management for Vulcan. Responsibilities include managing security staff, access controls, and badge programs; leading

Qualifications

• 5+ years in physical security management or related field.
• Knowledge of NIST SP 800-53/800-171/CMMC is a strong plus.
• Experience with cloud/IP-based security platforms and staff management.

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day physical security operations across facilities.
• Develop and maintain security policies and post orders.
• Lead investigations and respond to security incidents.
• Oversee contracted or in-house security staff and training.
• Manage badges, access reviews, and restricted-area controls.
• Contribute to SSP/POA&M and coordinate with IT/OT security.
• Ensure cohesive security controls with HR, Operations and Facilities.

Skills

Physical security leadership

NIST knowledge

Cloud-based systems

Security staff management

Tools

CCTV systems

Access control

Job description

Vulcan Elements is manufacturing American rare-earth permanent magnets for a secure, resilient future. With a focus on national security and economic resiliency, we serve critical industries such as defense, aerospace, and automotive powering a high-technology future. Vulcan Elements is building a team of ambitious professionals committed to Mission Focus, Technical Excellence and Transparency.

As Physical Security Manager, you will own a comprehensive security operation across multiple sites, with primary focus on our large-scale manufacturing facility in Benson, NC. You will oversee the development and implementation of corporate security policies, day-to-day operational activities, strategic security improvements, and controls & compliance management for Vulcan.

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day physical security operations, including cloud-managed video (cameras), access control (badge readers/door controllers), and alarm/environmental sensors, plus visitor management across all facilities.
• Develop and maintain physical security policies, procedures, and post orders, aligned with NIST SP 800-171/CMMC physical protection requirements.
• Lead investigation and response to physical security incidents, including unauthorized access attempts document findings, implement corrective actions, and escalation to appropriate parties.
• Manage and oversee contracted or in-house security staff and guard force personnel, including scheduling, training, and performance management.
• Implement and administer badge issuance, access levels, and periodic access reviews, ensuring access to restricted areas is limited to authorized, screened personnel.
• Lead the assessment of Physical and Environmental Protection (PE) controls against the NIST SP 800-53 Low-Impact Baseline, build and maintain the physical security portions of the System Security Plan (SSP), and drive the Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M).
• Own the security platform relationship (cameras, access control, sensors), including device provisioning, firmware/software updates, user permissions, and integrations, plus manage contracts with guard force providers and other security vendors.
• Conduct periodic physical security risk assessments across facilities and recommend improvements (camera/sensor coverage, door hardware, lighting, fencing, restricted-area controls, etc.).
• Partner with IT/OT security, HR, Operations, and Facilities leadership to ensure physical, cyber security, and operational controls work together as a cohesive program.

Responsibilities and tasks outlined are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the business.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive experience in physical security management, corporate security, or a related field, ideally in manufacturing, industrial, or complex operational environments.
• Working knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 (Physical and Environmental Protection family) and/or NIST SP 800-171/CMMC physical security requirements; experience contributing to an SSP or POA&M is a strong plus.
• Comfortable managing security systems as cloud/IP-based software platforms rather than legacy on-prem CCTV/NVR systems, including user permissions, device health, and basic network/IT coordination for cameras and door controllers.
• Experience managing contracted or in-house security officers, including scheduling, post orders, and performance management.

Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export-controlled information or facilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience supporting DoW programs, federal contractors, or facilities handling CUI and export-controlled (ITAR/EAR) material.
• Certified Protection Professional (CPP), Physical Security Professional (PSP), or a similar ASIS certification.

This position requires access to information and technology that is subject to US Export Control. Vulcan Elements will use this information to determine if you are eligible to receive this information under US Law.

Voluntary Self-Identification

As set forth in Vulcan Elements’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

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