Manager - Physical Security & Executive Protection

Oshkosh•Oshkosh, WI

About The Position

The Manager - Physical Security & Executive Protection is responsible for the safety, well-being, and personal protection of Oshkosh Corporation Transport executive leadership and other Transport team members. The role promotes a safe and secure environment, ensures compliance with applicable laws, and leads enterprise-wide programs such as workplace violence prevention and workplace hazard analysis. The manager provides executive protection, including during domestic and international travel; develops event and site security plans; leads the TSA-approved Armed Security Officer (ASO) Security Program; and manages third-party security vendors. The role also oversees facility access control and security systems, leads Transport global security initiatives, and supports business continuity, crisis management, and disaster preparedness. It assesses threats and workplace vulnerabilities, coordinates with authorities and specialist organizations, develops security training, and plans security-related budgets and capital expenditures. The position requires travel up to 50%.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice or a relevant field.
At least 8 years of experience in the field or a related area.
At least 5 years of full-time local, state, or federal law enforcement experience.
Graduate of a state- or federally-accredited law enforcement academy.
Ability to travel 50%.
Ability to obtain and maintain TSA Armed Security Officer (ASO) certification throughout employment.
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance throughout employment.
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
Ability to obtain a concealed carry weapon permit or be eligible to carry a concealed weapon under H.R. 218, the Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act of 2004.

Nice To Haves

Personal and/or senior executive protection experience.
TSA Armed Security Officer (ASO) certification.
Medical responder experience.
First Aid/CPR/AED certification.
Ability to deescalate a high-tension situation quickly and effectively.
Active U.S. Government security clearance.

Responsibilities

Provide personal and business-related security for segment executives or designees performing duties as Oshkosh employees, including during domestic and international travel.
Assess event sites and develop plans to secure the environment.
Perform basic protection functions, including perimeter and access control and identification procedures.
Develop security protocols for large Transport events and manage third-party security vendors as needed.
Collaborate with and support the Corporate Director of Security as needed.
Lead the company's TSA-approved Armed Security Officer (ASO) Security Program.
Manage the third-party security vendor's contract and team.
Ensure security systems are maintained and available.
Oversee facility access control for employees, contractors, and visitors.
Lead strategic Transport global security initiatives across segments and handle highly confidential information.
Conduct business continuity, crisis management, workplace violence, and disaster preparedness planning.
Examine workplace vulnerabilities and lead improvements to protect team members, customers, and visitors.
Evaluate potential threats and assess active threats or situations, including coordinating with local authorities, police departments, and the FBI.
Develop relationships with local, state, and federal agencies and outside specialists or organizations to enhance the company's security system.
Identify training gaps, provide guidance on broad-based security topics, and develop or obtain and deliver training.
Develop annual budgets and capital expenditures for security training programs and security-related enhancements.
Provide guidance to team members traveling to high-risk regions.