Strategic Security Operations Lead

Generalmatter; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Medical, Vision & Dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

General Matter is seeking a Security Operations Manager to design and execute the site's physical security strategy in a complex production environment. You will lead security teams, manage incidents, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive continuous improvement through threat analysis and metrics.

This role partners with manufacturing, facilities, EHS, IT, legal, and leadership to protect personnel and assets while aligning with business objectives.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8–10 years of progressive experience in security operations or related field, with leadership responsibility.
• Proven ability to lead security programs, investigations, incident response, and access control initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory compliance and security technologies in industrial environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all site security operations, including access control, guard force management, investigations, incident response, and emergency preparedness programs.
• Develop and continuously improve security policies, procedures, and risk mitigation strategies to protect personnel, facilities, IP, and assets.
• Conduct risk assessments, threat analyses, and vulnerability reviews, and oversee corrective actions to ensure resilience.

Skills

Security leadership

Risk management

Regulatory compliance

Crisis management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Security or related field

Tools

Video management systems

Access control platforms

Intrusion detection systems

SOC operations

Job description

General Matter is seeking a Security Operations Manager to design and execute the site's physical security strategy in a complex production environment. You will lead security teams, manage incidents, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive continuous improvement through threat analysis and metrics.

This role partners with manufacturing, facilities, EHS, IT, legal, and leadership to protect personnel and assets while aligning with business objectives.