Security Supervisor

Jobtailor; Channelview (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor seeks a seasoned security leader to head the Channelview Complex security operations. You will serve as the Facility Security Officer for MTSA compliance, direct a team of security technicians, and oversee a large contract security force to ensure readiness and regulatory conformity.

You will design and implement security plans, manage investigations, and coordinate with Coast Guard and local authorities to maintain high security standards and incident response readiness across all

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of relevant experience in security, HSE, emergency response, or a related field; alternatively, 10 years may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience specifically in security, HSE, emergency response, or a related discipline.
• Experience leading, supervising, and developing employees and/or contractors in a management capacity.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct all day-to-day security operations for the Channelview Complex.
• Serve as Facility Security Officer for MTSA requirements under 33 CFR 105.105.
• Supervise and develop four security technicians and a contract security force of 50+ personnel.
• Maintain site security readiness and compliance with MARSEC and MTSA requirements.
• Develop and implement security plans, procedures, training programs, drills, and exercises.
• Conduct security vulnerability assessments and develop mitigation plans.
• Coordinate with U.S. Coast Guard, local law enforcement, and regulatory agencies.
• Maintain records for training, audits, incidents, access control, and compliance.

Skills

Security leadership

Regulatory compliance

Emergency response

Investigations

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Lenel OnGuard

Emerge/E-Notify

ISNetworld

Job description

• Lead and direct all day-to-day security operations for the Channelview Complex
• Serve as Facility Security Officer for all MTSA requirements under 33 CFR 105.105
• Supervise and develop four security technicians
• Direct and coordinate the contract security force of approximately 50+ personnel
• Maintain site security readiness and compliance with MARSEC and MTSA requirements
• Support the Facility Security Plan and respond to security-related events or changes in security posture
• Develop and implement security plans, procedures, training programs, drills, and exercises
• Conduct security vulnerability assessments and develop cost-effective mitigation plans
• Liaise with the U.S. Coast Guard, local law enforcement, emergency responders, and regulatory or government agencies
• Maintain training, drill/exercise, audit, incident, access control, and regulatory compliance records
• Support emergency response and crisis management activities with operations, HSE, emergency response teams, and external agencies
• Oversee access control, TWIC compliance, credentialing, badging, visitor and contractor access, and restricted‑area controls
• Monitor and evaluate cameras, gates, alarms, access control systems, radios, and other physical security equipment
• Perform internal investigations and follow-ups
• Design and consult on security‑related capital and other projects
• Coach, develop, and lead team members to improve security performance and support safe, reliable operations

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and typically a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in security, HSE, emergency response, or a related field; alternatively, typically 10 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
• Minimum of 3 years of experience specifically in security, HSE, emergency response, or a related discipline
• Experience within refining, petrochemical, or other industrial manufacturing environments preferred
• Experience leading, supervising, and developing employees and/or contractors in a management or people leadership capacity
• Experience developing, implementing, and managing security, safety, or emergency response plans, systems, programs, processes, and procedures
• Experience conducting investigations, documenting findings, and driving corrective actions and follow‑up activities
• Experience representing an organization and collaborating with law enforcement, emergency responders, regulatory agencies, and external stakeholders
• Working knowledge of Department of Homeland Security requirements
• Ability to maintain required qualifications, certifications, licenses, and security‑related compliance standards
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
• Ability to obtain and maintain additional DHS, regulatory, or company‑required qualifications, certifications, licenses, and security clearances
• Facility Security Officer certification preferred
• Knowledge of regulatory and industry security compliance standards
• Training and education in emergency response preferred
• Knowledge of security IT systems management, such as Lenel OnGuard, Emerge/E-Notify, and ISNetworld
• Applicants must be at least 18 years old

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in leading security operations, developing and implementing security plans, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Proven ability to manage teams, conduct investigations, and collaborate with law enforcement and emergency responders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Facility Security Officer Certification
• Security Operations Management
• Emergency Response Planning
• Regulatory Compliance Knowledge
• Team Leadership and Development

Hard Skills

• Security Vulnerability Assessment
• Incident Documentation
• Crisis Management
• Access Control Management
• Security Plan Development

Soft Skills

• Strong Verbal Communication
• Strong Written Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

• Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
• DHS Certifications

Industry Keywords

• MTSA Compliance
• MARSEC Requirements
• HSE Standards
• Industrial Manufacturing Security
• Regulatory Agency Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

• Lenel OnGuard
• Emerge/E-Notify
• ISNetworld