Site Security Manager — Lead 24/7 Ops

Constellis; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 111,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Constellis is seeking a Site Manager to lead security operations at a customer site in Herndon, VA. You will supervise security personnel, ensure compliance with federal/state and contract requirements, and drive officer retention, morale, and professional development.

This role demands strong leadership, dedication, and a hands-on approach to day-to-day operations. Qualifications include a TS-SCI-CI Poly, Associate’s degree, and 3+ years managing security for government or commercial

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in a relevant field.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in law enforcement, security, or military service.
• At least three (3) years of experience managing security or guard force operations for a government or commercial facility.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Windows-based systems and applications (MS Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word).
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
• A deep commitment to officer retention, site morale, and fair leadership while ensuring high professional standards.
• Willingness to go above and beyond the call of duty, understanding that this role requires full dedication.
• Experience in Human Resources, including hiring, training, and personnel management.
• Knowledge of emergency response planning and crisis management.
• A leader who is present, engaged, and dedicated to the professional growth of their team.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective leadership, mentorship, and supervision to the security force.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and contract-specific security standards at all times.
• Coordinate tasks and operations with government Operational Security staff.
• Foster a culture of accountability, integrity, and teamwork within the security force.
• Develop and implement security policies, protocols, and procedures to enhance performance and efficiency.
• Prioritize officer retention and morale by ensuring personnel feel valued, respected, and supported.
• Conduct investigations into security incidents and breaches, implementing corrective actions as necessary.
• OPERATIONAL OVERSIGHT
• Monitor and manage security budgets while ensuring operational efficiency.
• Plan and coordinate security operations for events, VIP visits, and emergency situations.
• Lead by example by being present, engaged, and hands-on in day-to-day security operations.
• Oversee site-specific training to ensure officers fully understand their roles, responsibilities, and assigned equipment.
• Ensure all security personnel comply with Standing Operating Procedures (SOPs) and policies outlined in the Statement of Work (SOW).
• Maintain situational awareness of security threats and ensure officers are adequately prepared for emergency responses.
• REPORTING & COMPLIANCE
• Generate and present security reports, risk assessments, and incident reports to management.
• Analyze security trends and propose improvements, including new technology implementations.
• Attend management meetings to discuss operational needs, challenges, and strategic planning.
• Business work hours are 24/7 and weekend availability is required.
• Work is typically based in a busy environment and subject to frequent interruptions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

HR / Personnel management

Crisis management

Emergency response planning

Security operations

Education

Associate’s degree

Tools

MS Windows suite

Job description

Constellis is seeking a Site Manager to lead security operations at a customer site in Herndon, VA. You will supervise security personnel, ensure compliance with federal/state and contract requirements, and drive officer retention, morale, and professional development.

This role demands strong leadership, dedication, and a hands-on approach to day-to-day operations. Qualifications include a TS-SCI-CI Poly, Associate’s degree, and 3+ years managing security for government or commercial