Security Program Manager - Chesapeake Police Department at City of Chesapeake in Chesapeake, VA

The City of Chesapeake is committed to creating a secure and innovative environment for our employees, partners, and customers. We understand that security is critical in every aspect of our operations. That's why we are looking for a passionate and skilled Security Program Manager to join our dynamic security team and drive the vision for a safer future.

As the Security Program Manager, you will play a pivotal role by:

By guiding staff in the development and implementation of a centralized security management program; to include short and long-range goals, objectives to manage the City's physical security programs and systems based on prioritization of risk and vulnerability
Developing and overseeing the security risk assessment process and related threat and vulnerability assessments for City facilities and employees
The Security Program Manager will oversee and facilitate the Basic Threat Evaluation & Reporting training, as well as Active Shooter / Stop the Bleed training for all City employees in conjunction with other personnel within the Chesapeake Police Department and the Chesapeake Fire Department's Community Risk Reduction (CRR) Division
Overseeing City Security Staff - provide training, scheduling and supervision for the Security Officers (both City employees and Contract workers) that are assigned to various City facilities; ensuring security staff fulfill the CARES philosophy while providing safety to citizens and employees
The Security Program Manager will provide operational and managerial oversight of security contractors and vendors; develops performance requirements and contractual terms to ensure projects are completed following City goals
Participating in City management teams to provide input into the development and implementation of relevant policies; assisting with strategic planning, research, studies and special projects; responds to inquiries related to security services activities and policies
Coordinating with City departments to implement security changes/upgrades based on assessments; assists departments with development of facility security plans and evaluation for effectiveness of operational systems
Working with the Department of Information Technology (DIT) to conduct investigations of security incidents and reports of policy violations; assisting in producing detailed reports with analysis and recommendations based on findings from the investigation
Working with DIT and the Department of Public Works (PW) Facilities to identify, analyze, inspect, and prioritize security equipment and replacement needs based on age, repair history, and efficiency; review cost estimates, specifications, drawings, and documents for existing and proposed facility or building security systems and related equipment
Leading the City's Employee Safety and Security Workgroup and provide guidance for a coordinated approach to workplace safety and security, regulatory compliance, risk mitigation, and training
The Security Program Manager will work with a wide variety of stakeholders involved in safety and security across the City and externally with regional, state, and federal entities - Being involved in the Regional Safety & Security Workgroup

Perform other job duties as directed requiring skills, knowledge, and physical requirements as demanded by those duties.