Security Director

General Dynamics Corporation; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems is seeking a Security Director at our St. Petersburg, FL site. This full-time role leads the security function, develops programs, and coordinates with law enforcement as needed. A SECRET-level clearance or the ability to obtain one is preferred.

The role emphasizes risk assessment, policy design, and incident investigations to ensure a safe environment for staff and visitors. Strong communication and leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree and 10-12 years' experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in security, National Security, Criminal Justice, or a related field
• Active US government issued SECRET level security clearance or the ability to obtain

Responsibilities

• Manages the organization's security function and develops security programs, policies, and processes.
• Develops, designates, and implements safety and security protocols for assigned facilities.
• Oversee and ensures processes are in place for preventing losses and damage.
• Serves as point of contact for escalated safety/security concerns and may respond to situations as needed.
• May coordinate with local law enforcement agencies when necessary.
• Strategically assesses risks to ensure a safe and secure working environment.
• Leads the investigation of crimes with leadership support.
• Provides direction and guidance related to safety and crime prevention to employees and visitors.
• Advises on specialized security needs or risks for limited and restricted access areas.

Skills

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerP​

Education

Associate's Degree and 10-12 years' experience

Bachelor's Degree in security, National Security, Criminal Justice, or related field

Job description

Responsibilities for this Position

Security Director

US-FL-St Petersburg

St Petersburg, FL

Job ID: 2026-36674

Type: Full Time

# of Openings: 1

Category: Law Enforcement/Security Srvs

Company Overview

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, energetics, weapons, armaments, and missile subsystems around the world. OTS empowers the U.S. military and its allies with an extensive range of overarching product segments applied across all levels of strategic and tactical operations, providing a cutting-edge advantage to our warfighters.Our Ethos of Honesty, Trust, Transparency, and Alignment, are the guiding principles that form the foundation of everything we do. Integrity is paramount, innovation fuels our passion, customer satisfaction is at the core of our mission, and collaboration is key to our success - fostering a culture of teamwork and mutual respect among employees, partners, and stakeholders.Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits that include career development and recognition programs.If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Impact of the Role

General Profile

• Recognized as an expert within the company and requires in-depth and/or breadth of expertise in own job discipline and broad knowledge of other job disciplines within the organization function
• Solves unique problems that have a broad impact on the business
• Contributes to the development of organization functional strategy
• Progression to this level is typically restricted on the basis of business requirements
• Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment

Functional Leadership

• Determines professional/ technical approaches and strategies for own function
• Develops policies and procedures for own function, in line with overall organization strategy
• Has responsibility for the function and reports to the site/ SBU head (and/ or to a Home Office functional leader).

Essential Functions

• Manages the organization's security function and develops security programs, policies, and processes.
• Develops, designates, and implements safety and security protocols for assigned facilities. Managing the coordination and administration of security clearances.
• Oversee and ensures processes are in place for preventing losses and damage by reporting irregularities, informing violators of policy and procedures, and evicting trespassers.
• Serves as point of contact for escalated safety/security concerns and may respond to situations as needed.
• May coordinate with local law enforcement agencies when necessary.
• Strategically and proactively assesses risks to ensure a safe and secure working environment to staff and visitors.
• Leads the investigation of crimes with leadership support.
• Provides direction and guidance related to safety and crime prevention to employees and visitors.
• Advises on specialized security needs or risks for limited and restricted access areas.

Required Qualifications

• Required education and experience: Associate's Degree and 10-12 years' experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience
• Critical professional related technical skills; computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred education and experience: Bachelor's Degree in security, National Security, Criminal Justice, or a related field
• Knowledge, skills & abilities: Emergency Management. Investigations. Physical Security. Security Management. Security Risk Management. Strategy Development. Law Enforcement Liaison. Resource Allocation. Conflict De-Escalation.
• Security Clearance: Active US government issued SECRET level security clearance or the ability to obtain.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
• Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities.
• May need to stand for long periods of time.
• Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.
• This position is Safety-Sensitive.

Travel Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
• Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities.
• May need to stand for long periods of time.
• Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.
• This position is Safety-Sensitive.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.

If you require assistance or an accommodation for a disability covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please email [e-mail] or call: 727-578-8295. Please note this contact information is for those requesting a reasonable accommodation while applying for a job, because of a covered disability. General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans.

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General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, weapons, lightweight tactical vehicles, missile components and armament systems around the world.