Armed Security Operations Manager

Armed Security Operations Manager

Job Locations

US-PA-Pittsburgh

Requisition ID

2025-1429936

Category (Portal Searching)

Executive Protection

Business Unit

EPS Risk

Overview

Company Overview :

Elevate your security career with Allied Universal Enhanced Protection Services, a global leader in security and threat mitigation. We specialize in risk consulting, executive protection, intelligence, investigations, and emergency response, offering exciting career opportunities for professionals passionate about security and safety. Join our innovative team committed to excellence in the security industry and make a meaningful impact. Explore key roles, such as executive protection agents, intelligence analysts, armed security operatives, x-ray screeners, and security consultants. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, a retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, and other perks, depending on the position and eligibility.

Job Description : Job Description

Allied Universal Enhanced Protection Services is looking for an Armed Security Operations Manager to provide security support and security program management for our client in Pittsburgh, PA.

This highly functional, custom-built team will be tasked with safeguarding personnel, property, and reputation as directed by the client. The key duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following :

Work with relevant stakeholders to further develop the client's current security program

• Assist with executive protection when requested by the client
• Conduct roving patrols at client locations when / where needed
• The ability to carry a handgun concealed in performance of daily duties
• Teach office-based active threat response (Run, Hide, Fight or similar) and other safety and security related topics to client employees
• Work event security where / when needed (situational internal and public facing events)
• Liaise with event security to build industry standard for risk mitigation protocols for executives and employees
• Assist with high-risk employee terminations when requested by the client
• Produce high-level reports, presentations, and documentation at the request of the client
• Other security-related duties as assigned by the client
• Assist with executive protection operations when needed
• Manage additional executive protection / security personnel
• Provide exceptional service by being personable, professional, proactive and responsive to the client
• Understanding and maintaining appropriate professional boundaries and relationships with all stakeholders
• Establishing trust and confidence with all stakeholders
• Leading and demonstrating excellent team-ability (collaboration, communication, cooperation, etc.) in a cross-functional work environment
• Communicating (written and verbal) in a clear and concise manner using assigned equipment (i.e., radio, cellular phone, computer, etc.) with all stakeholders
• Gathering and assessing information (sometimes under duress) while exercise sound judgement, logic and reasoning in the decision-making process, and escalating issues appropriately to appropriate stakeholders.
• Working in a dynamic and rapidly changing environment that changes from day to day
• Adapting to changing operational requirements as directed by stakeholders
• Multi-tasking, prioritizing, and completing tasks in an organized, efficient and effective manner
• Providing deliverables to stakeholders in accordance with standard operating procedures
• Performing routine administrative functions as per standard operating procedures
• Interacting with all levels of corporate management, internally and externally with a multitude of other departments and personnel
• Possessing the ability to brief, defend, persuade, and instruct others on security requirements and policies
• Providing covert and overt protection to the designated clients, properties, and personnel depending on the situation and requirements of the client
• Reporting to the EPS management team on projects and deliverables
• Safeguarding the work site, personnel and maintaining highly sensitive and confidential information
• Conducting all facets of protective duties
• Creating, implementing and updating security post orders and Standard Operating Procedures
• Continually assessing and improving team readiness and capabilities
• Following and enhancing the directed SOW
• Participating in operational sustainment training
• Conducting ongoing threats, risk, and vulnerability assessments
• Working directly as a liaison with local law enforcement to ensure business continuity when required
• Safeguarding and maintaining highly sensitive and confidential information of Allied Universal Enhanced Protection Services, the client and / or principal
• Providing and receiving constructive feedback for improvement of team operations
• Safeguarding individuals and property from all forms of security and safety hazards
• Operating company and / or client vehicles in a safe and legal manner
• Transporting the principal in designated vehicles in a safe, professional and efficient manner
• Traveling (domestically and internationally) in support of protective operations
• Conducting security advances and security operations plans for dissemination to stakeholders
• Being physical and mentally capable of utilizing legal and appropriate physical response options
• Responding to alarms / fire / panic calls immediately, and promptly securing the safety and security of human life and physical property
• Communicating with first responders and stakeholders to coordinate and provide support in the event of an emergency
• Providing appropriate medical treatment as necessary
• Conducting through investigations and preparing written documentation regarding non-routine incidents with reports, pictures and witness statements
• Successfully completing annual and sustainment training requirements
• Demonstrating proficiency, proper care of and accountability of required equipment
• Providing regular and consistent communication regarding any issues with employment, payroll, benefits and paid time off (PTO) with appropriate stakeholders
• The ability to work irregular or extended hours with an ever-changing schedule. Typical schedules include overtime, nights, holidays and weekends on a regular basis
• Maintaining a professional and / or appropriate personal appearance
• Performing other duties as assigned by AUS Director or the client
• Position will be 35% Executive Protection / Driving / Event Security and 65% Security management, focused on managing the client's security program
• Will build SOPs, best industry practices, advising on best security practices, active threat program build out among other duties

Requirements :

Compensation & Benefits :

$115,000 annually

Allied Universal Enhanced Protection Services offers industry leading benefits, which are available to all full-time employees :

Closing

Allied Universal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race / ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship / association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information : www.aus.com

If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and / or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit : www.aus.com / offices.

Requisition ID

2025-1429936