Security Operations Manager

Job Description Join BAE Systems' award-winning security team at Electronic Systems (ES) as a Security Operations Manager. Develop and lead a 24/7 integrated physical security operation, combining real-time monitoring, incident response, and threat assessment to safeguard personnel, facilities, and mission-critical assets.
Job Summary:
As a Security Operations Manager, you will play a critical role in ensuring the physical security of our facilities and personnel. You will lead a team of security professionals, developing and implementing effective security strategies, procedures, and protocols to prevent and respond to security incidents and emergencies. If you have a passion for physical security and a proven track record of leadership, we encourage you to apply.
Key Responsibilities:

• Lead daily operations of a high-visibility, mission-critical 24/7/365 Security Operations Center supporting over 60 sites
• Develop and implement incident response plans for physical security incidents, such as unauthorized access, theft, or violence
• Conduct vulnerability assessments to identify potential security risks and develop mitigation strategies
• Coach, train, and mentor security operators and analysts in effective observation, documentation, and reporting
• Design, implement, and manage a best-in-class SOC project, collaborating with critical internal and external stakeholders
• Optimize integrated physical security systems (e.g., access control, surveillance, and alarm systems) across multiple sites
• Leverage outside security service guard resources to achieve mission. Cultivate vendor partnerships
• Support emergency response and conduct proactive drills to continuously improve. Manage enterprise emergency notification system
• Develop and execute a security awareness training program for employees and contractors
• Ensure compliance with UL2050, local regulations and laws related to physical security and emergency response
• Provide duty of care for employee foreign travel
• Develop and manage budgets for physical security operations, including resource allocation and procurement of security equipment and services
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure that the Security Operations, Physical Security and the business are aligned with organizational goals and objectives

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in security management, a related field, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of experience in a physical security focused operations center, including 3+ years in a leadership role
• Proven leadership and communication skills, with the ability to brief senior executives
• Strong understanding of physical security principles, including access control, surveillance, and alarm systems
• Ability to solve complex problems independently and function under pressure in stressful emergency situations
• Demonstrated ability to create innovative solutions and develop collaborative relationships

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• CPP, PSP, or security management certification
• Experience in GSOC, UL2050, ICD705, NISPOM or classified environments
• Technical experience developing intelligence products
• Working knowledge of physical security systems, including access control, surveillance, and alarm systems
• Previous experience in developing and coordinating security programs, projects, and plans
• Active security clearance (or ability to obtain)

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $116419 - $197912

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Electronic Systems BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.