Director System Security - Ambulatory, Armed
About The Position
The Director of Security, Ambulatory Services – Armed oversees security operations of the Ambulatory Division, including clinics, therapy centers, urgent care centers, home care, and other non-acute care settings. This position ensures the safety and protection of patients, staff, visitors, and property through strategic planning, risk assessment, policy enforcement, and direct supervision of armed and unarmed security personnel. Works closely with clinical and administrative leadership, the Director develops and enforces security policies, manages security technology systems (e.g., access control, CCTV), and leads investigations into incidents involving workplace violence, theft, or suspicious behavior. This role demands a high level of professionalism, sound judgment under pressure, and the ability to respond swiftly to high-risk situations, including potential active threats. The Armed Director must maintain all required certifications and licensures to carry a firearm and demonstrate proficiency in crisis management, conflict de-escalation, and healthcare-specific threat mitigation. Strong leadership, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to compassionate service in a patient-centered environment are essential for success. This position will involve travel across Virginia and North Carolina.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree (Required)
- Drivers License (Required)
- 5 years Security/Law Enforcement (Required)
- 5 years Leadership experience (Required)
Nice To Haves
- Proven Strategic Security Leadership: Demonstrated ability to design, build, and scale enterprise‑level security programs, with particular success leading complex, geographically dispersed ambulatory environments
- Exceptional Executive Presence: Trusted advisor to senior leadership with the credibility, communication skills, and judgment to engage effectively with executives, clinical leaders, and external partners
- Former senior‑level leadership experience in law enforcement or the military, bringing a disciplined, intelligence‑driven approach to risk mitigation, crisis management, and operational readiness
- Healthcare Security Experience (highly valued, not required): Background in healthcare security, hospital systems, or ambulatory care settings preferred, with a strong understanding of regulatory, clinical, and patient‑centered environments
- Change Agent and Program Builder: Track record of leading transformational initiatives, establishing governance structures, standardizing security operations, and advancing a mature, metrics‑driven security program
- Collaborative and Influential Leader: Ability to build strong partnerships across operations, facilities, clinical leadership, legal, HR, and public safety agencies to proactively address evolving security risks.
Benefits
- Caring For Your Family and Your Career
- Medical, Dental, Vision plans
- Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
- Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
- Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
- Emergency Backup Care
- Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
- Life Insurance
- 401k/403B with Employer Match
- Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
- Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
- Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
- Pet Insurance
- Legal Resources Plan
- Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
