Manufacturing Security Operations Manager

Manufacturing Security Operations Manager

McHenry, Mississippi, United States

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center.

As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.

Anduril is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Manufacturing Security Operations Manager to lead and manage the daily execution of our comprehensive security operations across our large-scale manufacturing facility near Columbus, OH. Reporting to the Deputy Director of Manufacturing Security, this role is pivotal in ensuring the effective implementation of tailored security strategies & addressing the unique risks and operational complexities inherent in the construction and management of this eventual high-production industrial site.

The Manufacturing Security Ops Manager will be instrumental in overseeing the day-to-day activities of security personnel, managing security systems, and ensuring the swift and efficient response to security incidents, thereby contributing to the overall security framework that scales at speed and can be implemented at new sites quickly.

• Operational Oversight & Management: Directly manage and supervise daily security operations at the manufacturing site, ensuring consistent application of security policies and procedures. Lead, mentor, and develop a team of security specialist, supervisors, and contracted guard forces.
• Incident Response & Management: Oversee the immediate response to security incidents, alarms, and emergencies. Conduct preliminary investigations, document findings, and ensure timely escalation to appropriate parties. Implement and refine incident response protocols to minimize impact and downtime.
• Security Technology & Systems Management: Ensure the effective operation, maintenance, and monitoring of all physical security technologies, including CCTV, access control systems, intrusion detection systems, and alarm systems. Manage alarm monitoring and response protocols, in conjunction with the on-premise Security Operations Center (SOC).
• Policy and Procedure Buildout: Develop, implement, and enforce physical security policies, procedures, and post orders aligned with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Access Control & Perimeter Security Enforcement: Implement and enforce robust access control procedures for personnel, vehicles, and materials entering and exiting manufacturing facilities. Oversee parking management programs and ensure adherence to traffic and pedestrian flow protocols.
• Guard Force Management & Performance: Manage the performance of internal security staff and contracted guard forces, including scheduling, training verification, performance evaluations, and ensuring adherence to contractual obligations and operational standards.
• Transportation Security Execution: Support the implementation and enforcement of security protocols for the transportation of sensitive materials, components, and finished goods, ensuring supply chain integrity from an operational perspective.
• SOC Integration &
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Work closely with the Strategic Security Services team and on-premise SOC personnel to ensure…