Security Director Job Description
The following is a full job description for Security Director. Here are the requirements and responsibilities for Security Director along with statistics. If after reading this page you determine that Security Director is not the position you are looking for, you may want to try one of these similar titles: Information Security Director, Campus Security Director, Classified Security Director, Security Director - Casino, Security Guard - Unarmed, Security Guard - Armed, Security Manager, Security Specialist, Security Senior Manager
Requirements and Responsibilities For Security Director
Implements overall security strategy, policies, and standards to ensure the physical safety of all visitors, employees, or customers to the organization's facilities and the security of property and assets. Conducts regular audits and inspections to assess, identify, and mitigate any security vulnerabilities or gaps. Implements staff training and establishes operational plans for crisis response, disaster recovery, evacuation, workplace violence, and other emergency events. Manages and maintains systems, alarms, and other physical security measures. Delivers education programs and communications on security policies and topics to ensure staff is adequately informed and equipped to manage potential security issues. Participates in local, state, provincial, or federal working or advisory groups to keep abreast with all security-related information, directives, and events. Leads and directs significant investigations and critical event responses in coordination with law enforcement and other officials or agencies. Possess a broad knowledge of law enforcement methods, tactics, and procedures. Requires a bachelor's degree in law enforcement, criminal justice, security, or related discipline. Typically reports to senior management. Manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function.
 
Also referred to as: Corporate Safety & Security Director
Similar Jobs:  Information Security Director, Campus Security Director, Classified Security Director, Security Director - Casino, Security Guard - Unarmed, Security Guard - Armed, Security Manager, Security Specialist, Security Senior Manager
Level of Education:  Security Director Salaries with No Diploma, Security Director Salaries with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate, Security Director Salaries with an Associate's Degree, Security Director Salaries with a Bachelor's Degree, Security Director Salaries with a Master's Degree or MBA, Security Director Salaries with a JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent
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