| VP of Security Job Description |
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| The following is a full job description for VP of Security. Here are the requirements and responsibilities for VP of Security along with statistics. If after reading this page you determine that VP of Security is not the position you are looking for, you may want to try one of these similar titles: VP of Information Security, Security Guard - Unarmed, Security Specialist, Security Guard - Armed, Security Manager, Security Senior Manager, Security Guard Team Leader, Security Director, Senior Security Specialist |
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| Requirements and Responsibilities For VP of Security |
| Develops the 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. Establishes auditing and inspection protocols to assess, identify, and mitigate any security vulnerabilities or gaps. Plans and prepares for crisis response, disaster recovery, evacuation, workplace violence, and other emergency events. Assesses systems, alarms, and other physical security measures for effectiveness. Designs and delivers company education programs 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 of all security-related information, directives, and events. Leads and directs major investigations and critical event responses in coordination with law enforcement and other officials or agencies. Possess broad and deep knowledge of law enforcement methods, tactics, and procedures. Requires a bachelor's degree in law enforcement, criminal justice, security. Typically reports to top management. Manages a departmental function within a broader corporate function. Develops major goals to support broad functional objectives. Approves policies developed within various sub-functions and departments. Typically requires 8+ years of managerial experience. Comprehensive knowledge of the overall departmental function. |
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| Also referred to as: Corporate Security Executive, Top Corporate Safety & Security Executive, Vice President of Corporate Security, VP of Corporate Security |
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| Similar Jobs: VP of Information Security, Security Guard - Unarmed, Security Specialist, Security Guard - Armed, Security Manager, Security Senior Manager, Security Guard Team Leader, Security Director, Senior Security Specialist |
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| Level of Education: VP of Security Salaries with a Bachelor's Degree, VP of Security Salaries with a Master's Degree or MBA, VP of Security Salaries with a JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent |
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| Industries: Aerospace & Defense, Biotechnology, Business Services, Chemicals, Construction, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, Energy & Utilities, Financial Services, Healthcare, Hospitality & Leisure, Insurance, Internet, Media, MFG Durable, MFG Nondurable, Pharmaceuticals, Retail & Wholesale, Software & Networking, Telecom, Transportation | |
