Manager, Regional Security

AIT Worldwide Logistics•Torrance, CA

About The Position

The Manager, Regional Security is responsible for overseeing and managing security operations, programs, and contractor compliance team within a specific geographic area, or region, for a company or organization. This role will work to ensure the safety and security of employees, facilities, vendors, agents, carriers, and assets. Providing continuous support to AIT locations, field management domestically and internationally, stakeholders, and effectively implementing contracting/compliance/security programs and training.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in business or computer science required.
5+ years relevant work experience in security.
Ability to analyze, digest and present large amounts of information/data to operational stakeholders related to compliance audits, training, etc.
Strong problem solving skills along with the capacity to assess risks and manage security systems.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, Analytical and problem-solving skills, the ability to handle pressure during emergencies.
Ability to manage compliance issues that arise.
Strong leadership skills.
Microsoft Office and PowerBI.
Must be able to work well with all individuals at all levels inside and outside the organization.
Must be Bilingual in Spanish and English.

Nice To Haves

7+ years global security preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage/lead the Contractor Compliance Team, to ensure proper security policies and procedures related to Contracting AIT Worldwide Service Providers are followed and executed.
Maintain strong communications with internal and external customers related to ongoing efficiencies, updates, and changes within the security supply chain logistics.
Manage, develop, and coordinate continued security assessments and documents updates.
Manage, maintain and develop continued efficiencies, oversee daily security operations, manage security teams, and coordinate incident response.
Manage and respond in a timely manner to security compliance and procedural questions from internal and external customers.
Develop crisis management plans, respond to security incidents, and ensure compliance with regulations.
Oversee continued audit process of security service contracting and security compliance service providers.
Managing physical security measures and conducting security audits.
Create, draft, update, and implement Contracting & Compliance standard operating procedures based upon the needs of the organization and business.
Training employees on security matters, collaborating with other departments, and building relationships with external partners.
Manage/Maintain System Issues related to contracting, compliance, and settlements.
Effectively complete special projects as dictated by business needs.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.