Director of Security

Job Title

Director of Security

Job Description Summary

To plan and direct the daily security functions of a commercial facility and supervise and train the security staff to ensure the safety and protection of the individuals, tenants, and the public within and on the premises.

Job Description

IMPORTANT EDUCATION

• A two-year college degree or technical/vocational school certificate

Qualifications and Requirements

• 10+ years of law enforcement, military or similar experience with strong background in public safety, emergency management and incident response

• 5+ years in a supervisory or leadership role managing teams and operations

• F-89 Fire and Life Safety Director Certificate of Fitness or ability to obtain within 6 months

• Corporate security experience preferred, ideally within a commercial office or high-rise environment

• Familiarity with union labor environments, including Local 32BJ

• Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills, especially in high-pressure situations

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Security operations and vendor management

• Oversee the contracted security workforce, including staffing plans, scheduling, and daily deployment

• Review and approve payroll for security personnel and ensure compliance with contract terms

• Manage union-related matters with Local 32BJ, including grievances and labor coordination

• Monitor vendor performance and implement service level improvements

• Develop and enforce standard operating procedures

Training and development

• Administer training programs for security personnel, including emergency response and customer service

• Ensure all required certifications and training standards are maintained

• Lead drills and exercises for emergency preparedness

Life safety and emergency preparedness

• Oversee life safety systems, vendors, and compliance programs

• Maintain and update the Fire Safety and Emergency Action Plan in accordance with NYC Fire Code

• Lead emergency drills and serve as primary point of contact during incidents

• Ensure compliance with FDNY and other regulatory agencies

Law enforcement and threat intelligence liaison

• Serve as primary liaison with local law enforcement and emergency responders

• Monitor neighborhood conditions and emerging threats

• Integrate intelligence into building security protocols

Tenant and executive protection coordination

• Act as primary security contact for high-profile tenants

• Coordinate executive protection protocols and special security requests

• Align tenant security measures with building policies

Risk management and reporting

• Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies

• Prepare incident reports and provide updates to ownership

• Track security metrics to drive continuous improvement

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Working knowledge of security within a commercial facility

• Working knowledge of electronic monitoring, CCTV and access control systems

• Extensive knowledge of Security State and Federal Laws and Regulations

• CPR certified

• Strong knowledge of budgeting, finance and accounting

• May be required to be licensed

• Should be familiar with property rights, emergency procedures, and detention of violators

• Computer literate in Microsoft Word, Excel and Photo Shop

Work Environment

• This job operates in a professional office environment

• This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines

Physical Demands

• The PHYSICAL DEMANDS described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

  • Communicate with others and exchange accurate information

  • Operate a computer and other office productivity machinery

  • Move about the workplace

  • Remain in a stationary position for 75% of the time

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS

• Working knowledge of security within a commercial facility

• Working knowledge of electronic monitoring, CCTV and access control systems

• Extensive knowledge of Security State and Federal Laws and Regulations

• CPR certified

• Strong knowledge of budgeting, finance and accounting

• May be required to be licensed

• Should be familiar with property rights, emergency procedures, and detention of violators

• Computer literate in Microsoft Word, Excel and Photo Shop

Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.

The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.

The compensation for the position is: $ 148,750.00 - $175,000.00

Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email Accommodations@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

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