Security Operations Manager

Sunstates Security; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 46,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Vehicle allowance

Mileage reimbursement

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Sunstates Security in Greensboro, NC is hiring an Operations Manager to lead multiple accounts and oversee day-to-day security operations. You will mentor supervisors, drive service quality, and build lasting customer relationships while ensuring compliance and safety.

Ideal candidates have a bachelor’s degree and 3+ years in security supervision, with strong leadership, organization, and communication skills; MS Office proficiency and a valid driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university.
• 3+ years of related experience and supervision in the security industry.
• Excellent organizational, leadership, communication, and time management skills.
• Ability to qualify and be issued a security officer license in all areas under command.
• Computer literacy in MS Office.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Training, developing, and motivating supervisory staff to oversee day-to-day operations of the site security personnel.
• Overseeing onboarding process including interviewing, hiring, training, licensure, and new hire paperwork.
• Training subordinate supervisors on software systems, guidelines, and company policies; enforcing policy.
• Coordinating payroll and billing, accounts receivable aging, staffing, scheduling, and personnel issues.
• Carrying out site assist visits and audits per the Quality Assurance program.
• Coordinating with Regional Manager and Regional Director to set branch goals and communicate with branch staff.
• Working with sales and marketing to identify and develop new business opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

On-site supervision

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Become part of one of the largest and fastest-growing privately held security companies in the U.S! Since 1998, Sunstates Security has built a national reputation for delivering exceptional services while fostering high-quality work environments for our team. We are dedicated to hiring, developing, and retaining a professional workforce that reflects our commitment to excellence.

We believe in strategic reinvestment in our people by offering a benefits package that exceeds industry standards, pathways for career advancement, extensive internal training, and employee recognition programmes. Our team members are provided with the tools, knowledge, and hands-on management support necessary for long-term success.

Our commitment to a superior workplace culture is reflected in our most recent national accolades. Sunstates Security is proud to be recognized as a 2026 Forbes Dream Employer, an honor based on independent employee feedback and workplace excellence. Additionally, we have been named a 2026 Training MVP by Training Magazine, marking the third consecutive year we have accepted this prestigious recognition. We also continue to be celebrated for our steady growth and stability on the Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing private companies.

At the heart of everything we do are our core values of honor, integrity, and trust. If you are searching for a rewarding career with a proactive security partner that protects some of the country’s leading organizations, we invite you to explore the possibilities at Sunstates Security. Join a successful, growing team where your talent is appreciated and have opportunities to advance your professional career.

Sunstates Security has an immediate opening for a talented and motivated Operations Manager to manage multiple accounts in the Greensboro, NC area. The ideal candidate will provide leadership to employees and develop and maintain strong relationships with customers.

This position offers an annual salary of $51,500- PLUS --

• Annual performance-based bonus - up to 10% of base salary
• Monthly vehicle allowance
• Mileage paid at current IRS rate
• Full medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
• 401k plan with company match
• Generous PTO
• Tuition assistance

* Salary is DOE

The Operations Manager will assist in the administration of the region by:

• Training, developing, and motivating supervisory staff to effectively oversee all day-to-day operations of the site security personnel.
• Overseeing the employee onboarding process including new hire interviewing, selection of candidates, training and licensure, and new hire paperwork.
• Training subordinate supervisors on software systems, procedural guidelines, and company policies and enforcing consistency in policy practice.
• Coordinating operational functions including payroll and billing, accounts receivable aging, staffing, scheduling, and personnel issues.
• Carrying out site assist visits and audits in accordance with the Quality Assurance program.
• Coordinating with Regional Manager and Regional Director to establish branch goals and objectives and communicate these with branch staff.
• Working with sales and marketing to identify and develop new business opportunities.

The requirements for the Operations Manager include:

• Bachelor’s degree from a four (4) year college or university and three (3) or more years of related experience and supervision in the security industry.
• Excellent organizational, leadership, communication, and time management skills.
• Ability to qualify and be issued a security officer license in all areas under command.
• Computer literacy in MS Office.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record.