Security Project Manager

Allied Universal; New York (NY); On-site; USD 39,778 - 56,653; Full time

Job summary

A leading security firm in New York is seeking a Security Project Manager to oversee security technology projects such as access control and CCTV installations. Candidates should have 3–7+ years of project management experience and a strong understanding of security systems, along with excellent organizational and communication skills. This full-time position offers a pay rate of $35 per hour in a collaborative workplace environment.

Qualifications

• 3–7+ years of project management experience in physical security or low-voltage technology.
• Experience managing vendors and multi-site deployments.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end security technology projects including access control and CCTV.
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Track project milestones and ensure timely delivery.

Skills

Project management

Access control systems

CCTV/video surveillance

Basic IP networking

Job description

Company Overview

Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve.

Allied Universal® is hiring a Security Project Manager.

• Position Is: Full Time
• Pay Rate: $35 / hour

Overview

The Security Project Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering physical security technology projects across corporate offices, campuses, and/or data center environments. This role requires strong project management skills combined with a working knowledge of access control systems, CCTV/video surveillance, and basic IP networking principles to effectively coordinate vendors, internal stakeholders, and technical teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end security technology projects, including access control, CCTV, intrusion detection, and related infrastructure
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, budgets, and risk registers
• Coordinate internal stakeholders (Security, IT, Facilities, Real Estate, Legal) and external vendors/integrators
• Oversee system design reviews to ensure solutions meet security standards, operational needs, and technical requirements
• Track project milestones, dependencies, and deliverables to ensure on-time and on-budget execution
• Lead installation, testing, commissioning, and close-out activities
• Review drawings, scopes of work, submittals, and change orders
• Conduct site walks and validate installations against approved designs
• Manage vendor performance, escalations, and issue resolution
• Ensure documentation is completed, including as-built drawings, system configurations, and handover packages
• Provide regular status reporting to leadership and stakeholders

Technical Knowledge & Skills

• Working knowledge of access control systems
• Working knowledge of CCTV / video surveillance systems
• Understanding of basic IP networking concepts, including:
  • IP addressing
  • VLANs
  • PoE (Power over Ethernet)
  • Network switches
  • Bandwidth considerations
• Familiarity with system integrations between security platforms and enterprise IT networks
• Ability to communicate effectively with IT/network teams without requiring deep engineering expertise

Required Qualifications

• 3–7+ years of project management experience, preferably in physical security or low-voltage technology projects
• Experience managing vendors, integrators, and multi-site deployments
• Strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in fast-paced environments
• Comfortable working in operational environments (corporate offices, construction sites, data centers)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with enterprise access control and VMS platforms
• Experience in corporate, campus, or data center security environments
• PMP, CAPM, or security-focused project management certification a plus
• Familiarity with construction coordination and facilities workflows

Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com

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