Head of US Security Operations

Posted Friday, May 22, 2026 at 4:00 AM | Expires Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 3:59 AM

Company Profile

80 years and countless innovations later, JCB is the world’s largest privately-owned manufacturer of construction and agricultural equipment. At 23 plants spanning four continents—and countries including the United States, the United Kingdom, India and Brazil—JCB manufactures a range of more than 300 products including telescopic handlers, backhoe loaders, excavators, wheel loaders, compact excavators, skid steer loaders, compact track loaders, Access aerial work platforms, rough terrain forklifts, and tractors.

JCB people are at the heart of our business and as a family-owned business we answer to our customers, not a group of shareholders. That freedom allows us to concentrate on developing the latest technologies and incorporating them into our equipment. We focus on what our customer needs on the jobsite – a machine that holds up in the toughest environment and increases their productivity.

At JCB, we stand behind our products – and our name .

Position Purpose

JCB is seeking an innovative and experienced Head of Security Operations for its new San Antonio site. This is a key position within the security field, responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of security services.

This role requires a strong understanding of security operations, compliance, and risk management, as well as the ability to lead and manage a team of outsourced security professionals responsible for the physical security of the site and its employees and products. It is a critical position that plays a significant role in the overall security strategy of the location and organization.

This role involves managing the security operations centre onsite (gatehouse), ensuring site wide compliance with security standards, and implementing security measures to protect assets and personnel.

Position Type

Full Time, Exempt

Major Tasks, Responsibilities & Key Accountabilities

• Managing Security Operations: Overseeing the operations of the site security operations centre and ensure they are functioning effectively.
• Implementing Security Measures: Developing and implementing security measures to protect assets and personnel. Working with the site Logistics Teams to minimise loss, account for relevant inventory / parts and report on steps to improve security across the operation.
• Ensuring Compliance: Ensuring that security operations comply with relevant regulations and standards.
• Training and Development: Providing training and development opportunities for security personnel.
• Risk Management: Identifying and managing security risks and vulnerabilities.
• Act as the primary security intelligence liaison for JCB Business Units, ensuring security insights are integrated into broader business continuity and supply chain resilience plans
• Evaluates the effectiveness of site security operations and provides recommendations for improvement. Use KPIs to assess performance.
• Oversight of the technical security measures onsite, to include CCTV, Access Readers and associated perimeter detection devices.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Risk Management, Business, or a related field
• Active or prior U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance
• 10+ years of experience in corporate, manufacturing, or industrial security
• Experience with access control systems and CCTV platforms
• Strong knowledge of physical security operations, including guard services, access control, and surveillance systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Security & Risk Management
  • CPP (Certified Protection Professional) – ASIS International
  • PSP (Physical Security Professional) – ASIS International
• PMP (Project Management Professional)
• Business Continuity & Resilience
  • CBCP (Certified Business Continuity Professional) – DRI International
  • MBCP (Master Business Continuity Professional) – DRI International
• Experience in Executive Protection programs or environments
• Background in Supply Chain and/or Manufacturing security
• Experience supporting or building security programs in a greenfield (startup/new site) environment
• Execution-focused with a strong sense of ownership
• Ability to…