Program Director

Securitas Global Clients America; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Securitas seeks a Program Director for the Global Clients Americas to act as a trusted security advisor and strategic business partner across multinational, multi-site portfolios.

The role leads end-to-end design, execution, and continuous improvement of global security programs aligned with client goals and Securitas capabilities, through strong collaboration with field leadership to ensure accountability and value.

Qualifications

• Experience managing large-scale, multi-country programs.
• Executive-level communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to operate across cultural, regulatory, and time zone differences.
• Strong governance and planning capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Advise client executives on security risks and program transformation.
• Develop and execute a global security program strategy.
• Manage P&L, invoicing, and contract compliance.
• Lead quarterly business reviews and client transitions.
• Coordinate security risk reviews and leverage technology integration.
• Oversee staffing, labor cost control, and scheduling with field leadership.

Skills

Executive communication

Multi-country programs

Strategic governance

Data analytics

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Oracle

Vision

SharePoint

Job description

Job Summary

Program Director

The Global Clients Americas (GCA) Program Director serves as a trusted security advisor and strategic business partner to high-value multinational clients across complex, multi site portfolios. This role provides end-to-end leadership in the design, execution, and continuous improvement of global security programs aligned with both client goals and Securitas’ capabilities, through strong collaboration with field leadership, including DMs and AVPs, to ensure operational alignment and accountability. The GCA PD drives innovation, operational excellence, and growth, while ensuring seamless service delivery, risk mitigation, and enterprise value.

Distinguishing Characteristics

This position applies only to administrative employees in salaried supervisory roles managing a specific account or portfolio, with limited (<40%) performance of subordinate duties.

Essential Functions

Functions may be assigned or modified based on business needs.

• Serves as a key point of contact and advisor to client executive stakeholders, consulting on emerging security risks, program transformation, and resilience strategies.
• Leads the development and execution of a security program strategy for the assigned account(s); ensures global standardization, innovation, and client alignment.
• Owns full P&L responsibility, analyzing operational and financial indicators to improve performance and profitability; oversees invoicing, receivables, and compliance with contractual terms.
• Facilitates long-term client relationships through proactive engagement and quarterly business reviews; supports global contract transitions, start-ups, and RFP responses.
• Coordinates and leads Security Risk Reviews and assessments using industry best practices and client-specific tools.
• Champions integration of technology, digital tools, and automation across the account; partners with Securitas Solutions Technology (SST) to drive enterprise wide transformation.
• Maintains KPI dashboards, benchmarks performance trends, and leads strategic initiatives that yield cost savings, service consistency, and risk reduction.
• Provides strategic direction in global security planning, governance, and harmonization of policies, post orders, and operating procedures across all client regions.
• Mentors high-performing regional teams; ensures talent development, retention, succession planning, and leadership alignment with Securitas’ global leadership framework.
• Ensures appropriate staffing levels, labor cost control, and consistent scheduling practices in close collaboration with District Managers (DMs), Area Vice Presidents (AVPs), and other field leaders to maintain operational excellence and program consistency.
• Supports global Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives, including DE&I, sustainability, and corporate responsibility practices that reflect client values and Securitas’ mission.
• Innovates to enhance working practices and program models; identifies emerging opportunities and solves complex challenges using quality planning and decision making.
• Coordinates and evaluates service delivery with alliance partners and Securitas branches globally; establishes best practices and ensures the application of the GCA model worldwide.
• Leads strategic budgeting processes for client guard services and security technology deployments.
• Manages contract compliance, document governance, and post-order alignment across the client's global footprint.

Minimum Qualifications At Entry

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Experience: 5–10 years of progressively responsible management experience in security program management or a related field.
• Technical Skills:
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams.
• Experience with Oracle, Vision, SharePoint.
• Proficiency in data analytics platforms; familiarity with physical security technologies and platforms.
• Other Skills:
• Experience managing large-scale, multi-country programs and cross functional teams.
• Executive-level communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to operate across cultural, regulatory, and time zone differences.
• Strong consultative, planning, and governance capabilities.
• Strategic mindset with an innovation-forward approach to client solutions.

Securitas is committed to equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic.

About Us

Securitas employees come from all walks of life, bringing with them a variety of distinctive skills and perspectives. United through our common purpose, we provide the security needed to safeguard our clients' assets and people. Our core values - Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness - are represented by the three red dots in the Securitas logo. If you live by these values, we’re looking for you to join the Securitas team.

Benefits Include

• Retirement plan
• Employer-provided medical and dental coverage
• Company-paid life insurance
• Voluntary life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance plan
• Securitas Saves discount program
• Paid holidays
• Paid time away from work

Additionally, some populations may have the availability of accessing earned wages on a daily basis, prior to payday. Restrictions and fees may apply.

Certain waiting periods may also apply. Paid time away from work may be available either through a combination of vacation and sick time or under a PTO policy, depending on local requirements. Benefits may be different for union members.

About The Team

Our Company Mission:

Securitas’ mission is to protect homes, workplaces, and communities by providing the security services they need to protect their assets, safeguard their people, and maintain their ability to generate profits.

Our Values

Securitas’ core values - Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness - are the foundation for our employees to build trust with customers, colleagues, and the surrounding community.

Integrity

Securitas employees are honest and trusted by customers to safeguard their premises and valuables. We don’t compromise on integrity and create an open forum for our employees and customers to voice opinions, report improprieties, and share information.

Vigilance

Seeing, hearing, and evaluating. A Securitas employee is always attentive and often notices things that others don’t. Their vigilance is necessary in order to be aware of potential risks or incidents that may take place on our customers’ premises.

Helpfulness

As part of an on-going effort to ensure safety, Securitas employees are always ready to help if an incident occurs that requires intervention regardless of whether or not it is directly related to their job.