Security Manager

The Florida Panthers•Sunrise, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

At Amerant Bank Arena, the Security Department strives to achieve and maintain the highest level of quality in all aspects of security work. The Security Manager is responsible for managing a team of Security Coordinators, Supervisors, and Security Officers — approximately 12 full-time staff and 300 part-time event-day personnel — ensuring a safe, secure, and comfortable entertainment experience for all guests by planning, monitoring, directing, delegating, and managing all functions of the Security Department across both event days and dark (non-event) days. Responsibilities include personnel management, risk management, loss prevention, fire/life safety, security and safety training, credentialing and access control, CCTV and technology oversight, equipment and uniform management, investigations, budgeting, emergency preparedness, and disaster prevention. The Security Manager must be able to manage multiple concurrent issues in real time and reports directly to the Director of Security.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, crisis management, sports management, or a related field; OR a high school diploma or GED plus 7+ years of related work experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
5+ years of managerial-level experience in security operations, emergency response, law enforcement, or military service, with demonstrated leadership over teams of 10+ and the ability to resolve guest concerns independently
Experience managing large, distributed part-time or shift-based workforces (100+ personnel) in a live-event, venue, hospitality, or comparable high-tempo environment, including supervising supervisors/leads
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent priorities and competing demands in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
Experience working with external constituencies such as police and fire departments, EMS, and governmental agencies providing emergency response services
Knowledge of arena or public venue security and safety regulations; ability to interpret venue policy and procedures to visitors, volunteers, and staff
Crowd management/evacuation training and experience required
Experience with checkpoint/patrol management software or similar guard-tour verification systems, and CCTV/video surveillance systems including footage review and retention practices
Experience managing equipment/uniform inventory, ordering, and vendor coordination, including basic budget tracking
Demonstrated experience building or managing training programs, SOPs, or certification pipelines for operational staff
Must be detail-oriented with strong organizational and communication skills; proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel required
Must be customer service-oriented and maintain a professional appearance at all times
Florida D License required

Nice To Haves

Prior military or law enforcement experience, particularly NCO-level (E5–E7) or equivalent program/personnel management experience
Experience in high-volume facilities, professional sports, arena, or stadium security
Experience with ABI Master Mind scheduling system and managing large part-time workforces across multiple events
Familiarity with NHL or other major-league security standards, credentialing protocols, and event-day operational requirements
Working knowledge of fire code, ADA compliance, and alcohol-service regulations as they apply to public assembly venues
Crowd Management certifications
Experience with budget management and vendor contract negotiation

Responsibilities

Manage all aspects of 24/7 security operations for Amerant Bank Arena across both event days and dark (non-event) days, ensuring the department runs efficiently according to policies and procedures
Plan and direct all event-day security operations, including staffing deployment, post assignments, and shift supervision for up to 300+ part-time personnel and 12 full-time staff; adjust staffing levels and coverage appropriately between event and dark days
Manage and support part-time shift supervisors, providing direction, escalation support, and performance feedback across multiple event zones simultaneously; triage and manage multiple concurrent issues during live events while maintaining situational awareness of overall venue security posture
Work with the Director of Security and Event Services to support event day preparation, planning, deployment, and execution, including part-time event staff check-in, pre-event communication, and event day checklists
Collaborate with management to evaluate, plan, develop, and implement programs to ensure the safety and security of all guests, employees, performers, public officials, Panthers players and personnel, executive management, and high-profile partners and clients
Manage credentialing and access control systems for staff, contractors, media, players, and vendors across all arena zones, including secure and restricted areas
Manage a 24/7 software-based checkpoint/patrol tracking system for full-time guards, ensuring patrols are completed, verified, and documented on schedule
Oversee CCTV operations, including monitoring, coordinating upkeep and maintenance with third-party vendors, and footage retrieval/review in support of incident investigations
Monitor and coordinate the upkeep, maintenance, and programming of access controls, communication systems, CCTV, and magnetometers; assist in developing related policies and procedures
Order, track, and manage inventory of uniforms and security equipment; maintain accurate records of stock levels, orders, and vendor deliveries; manage related purchasing, vendor relationships, and budget tracking
Oversee incident reporting and records management, ensuring accurate documentation, timely escalation, chain-of-custody where applicable, and retention in compliance with organizational and legal standards
Serve as primary liaison to local police, fire/EMS, and NHL/league security representatives on event days and during incident response; execute NHL Arena Security Standards & Guidelines
Develop and maintain Emergency Operating Plans, evacuation procedures, and security protocols; coordinate regular updates and training exercises
Provide effective direction to staff in emergency response situations; notify the Director of Security and Arena leadership in accordance with the Arena Emergency Action Plan
Research pre-event security plans and intelligence for all events; assist with developing and executing security strategies to secure arena property, access points, staff work areas, and the loading dock
Recruit, train, schedule, and evaluate full-time and part-time security personnel; build training curricula for onboarding, recurring certification, and emergency-response drills
Conduct after-action reviews following events or incidents and recommend process improvements
Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information, including guest/employee data and incident records, per organizational data-handling policy
Manage communication of Amerant Bank Arena policies and full-time and part-time staff SOPs
Other administrative duties as assigned