Security Director

Win NYC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Women In Need (Win) seeks a Security Director to lead safety and security operations across the organization in New York. The role focuses on developing and implementing robust security strategies to protect clients, employees, guests, facilities, and assets.

You will oversee Security Shift Supervisors, strengthen emergency preparedness, manage CCTV and access controls, lead investigations, and coordinate with law enforcement and partners to maintain safe environments.

Qualifications

• Degree in Criminal Justice, Security Management, or a related field preferred.
• 10+ years of security or law enforcement management experience.
• Strong knowledge of surveillance systems, incident management, and emergency procedures.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive security strategies to protect clients, staff, facilities, and assets.
• Lead and supervise security personnel, promoting accountability and high performance.
• Oversee physical security infrastructure including CCTV and access controls.
• Develop emergency response plans and coordinate drills and staff training.
• Coordinate investigations with law enforcement and external agencies.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal security requirements.
• Manage security budget and resource allocation.
• Build partnerships with leadership, staff, community stakeholders, and partners.

Education

Degree in Criminal Justice or Security Management

Job description

Lead the Strategy That Keeps Our Community Safe

Up to $75,000 annually

THE ROLE

Win is seeking an experienced Security Director to lead safety and security operations across our organization. This leadership role is responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive security strategies that protect our clients, employees, guests, facilities, and organizational assets.

The Security Director will oversee Security Shift Supervisors, strengthen emergency preparedness, manage physical security systems, lead incident response and investigations, and partner with leadership and external agencies to maintain safe and secure environments.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Develop and implement comprehensive security strategies, policies, and procedures to protect clients, employees, guests, facilities, and organizational assets.
• Lead, train, and supervise security personnel, including Security Shift Supervisors, while promoting accountability, preparedness, and high performance.
• Assess security risks and oversee physical security infrastructure, including CCTV, surveillance systems, access controls, barriers, lighting, and related equipment.
• Develop emergency response plans and coordinate drills and staff training to ensure readiness for emergencies and critical incidents.
• Oversee investigations of security incidents and breaches, coordinate with law enforcement and external agencies as needed, and ensure thorough incident reporting and follow-up.
• Ensure security practices comply with applicable local, state, and federal requirements and provide leadership with regular updates on security conditions and concerns.
• Manage the security budget and allocation of resources to support effective and efficient security operations.
• Build strong partnerships with organizational leadership, staff, community stakeholders, and external partners to address security concerns and continuously strengthen safety practices.

WHO YOU WILL BE

Degree in Criminal Justice, Security Management, or a related field preferred, or 10+ years of security or law enforcement management experience.

Extensive security, law enforcement, or military experience with a demonstrated record of leadership.

Valid NYS Security Guard License required.

Valid Fire Safety Director Certification and First Aid/CPR/AED required.

Strong knowledge of security protocols, surveillance systems, emergency response procedures, crisis intervention, and incident management.

Demonstrated ability to lead security teams and work effectively with at-risk and diverse populations.

Excellent leadership, communication, analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.

CPP or PSP certification and bilingual English/Spanish skills are a plus.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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