DWM Security Manager; OSSEM

Security Program Manager

The purpose of this job is to develop and manage security programs, training, and security personnel management. Establish and maintain security regulations and procedures. This role ensures the safety and security of employees, assets, and facilities by developing, implementing, and maintaining effective security policies, procedures, and protocols.

Essential duties and responsibilities include supervising and evaluating assigned staff, handling all security concerns, directing work assignments, completing employee performance appraisals, developing and implementing security programs and training, developing customized security plans, performing risk analysis and recommending security solutions, participating in the execution of intrusion detection, monitoring, vulnerability assessments, and penetration studies, conducting investigations and resolution of security division incidents, assisting in the implementation of necessary controls and procedures to protect Watershed Management assets, managing and coordinating the implementation of security products, services, and tools according to Homeland Security standards, investigating incident reports, coordinating with law enforcement and emergency response agencies, managing the security guard service contract, managing the key control system for all facilities, and investigating incident reports and working on investigations in lieu of law enforcement.

Decision making for this position generally requires providing input regarding decisions that impact various areas within the watershed's divisions and offices. Such issues may be related to policy/procedures, strategy, budget, and/or technical matters. May commit the department to action. Establishes organization strategy and policy within required legislative or executive limitations.

Leadership provided guides a varied group of security professionals and contract services. Guidance should typically be general in nature and focus on objectives, end results, and policies.

Minimum qualifications include a bachelor's degree in criminal justice, public administration, risk management, homeland security, or a related field. Equivalent education in combination with experience will be considered. Three years of supervisory experience in public administration, risk management, loss prevention, security, or a directly related field is required. Georgia driver's license and homeland security certification or the ability to obtain within six months of hire are also required.

Physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are required to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions are associated with the job. Standard office environment. Must be physically able to maneuver locks, chains, and other material; must be able to drive a vehicle. The City of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer. Must be able to work overtime and be on call to respond to after-hour issues if required.