WGL - Manager, Facility Security Operations

What You ll Do

• Lead the operation and performance of WGL s Physical Security Operations Center (SOC) and physical security programs
• Oversee contract security services, access control, badging processes, visitor management, and CCTV surveillance systems
• Ensure effective 24/7 response, escalation, management, and coordination during security incidents and emergencies
• Partner with internal stakeholders, law enforcement, and emergency response agencies as needed to support investigations and security events
• Develop and enhance security operating procedures, playbooks, reporting, and performance metrics to drive consistency and accountability
• Lead security technology initiatives, including system upgrades, lifecycle planning, repairs, and capital improvement projects related to surveillance, access control, and alarm monitoring platforms
• Manage security vendors and service providers, ensuring strong performance and value delivery
• Support site security assessments, vulnerability reviews, audits, and compliance activities
• Mentor and develop security personnel while fostering a culture of professionalism, service, and continuous improvement
• Provide leadership support during significant security incidents in a 24/7 operating environment

• Progressive experience leading physical security, facilities security, security operations, protective services, or related programs
• Experience managing security operations centers, contract guard forces, access control programs, surveillance systems, or similar security functions
• Strong understanding of physical security technologies, investigations, incident management, and security operations
• Experience managing projects, budgets, vendors, and operational improvement initiatives
• Proven ability to lead teams, influence stakeholders, and drive results in a fast‑paced environment
• Exceptional judgment, communication skills, and the ability to remain calm and effective during critical situations
• Experience in utilities, critical infrastructure, energy, government, defense, intelligence, or similarly regulated environments is considered an asset
• Professional certifications such as CPP, PSP, PCI, or related credentials are preferred

This is more than a security operations role - you ll have the opportunity to influence and strengthen a growing physical security program, introduce industry best practices, and help shape the strategy, systems, and processes that protect a critical utility business

From overseeing security operations and incident response to modernizing surveillance, access control, and security technology, you ll play a key role in protecting our people, facilities, and the infrastructure that communities depend on

At WGL, you ll work alongside experienced and collaborative leaders who genuinely enjoy what they do. We value accountability, partnership, and continuous improvement, while creating an environment where talented people are trusted to lead, innovate, and make a difference

Competitive salary range: $149,200 to $180,125 per year
, commensurate with experience, education, and skills.

We also provide a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

The Company values diversity in its workforce and encourages United States military veterans and service members who meet the qualifications to apply.

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• For Canadian hires:
  Alta Gas hires personnel on the basis of job-related qualifications. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to a person s ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
• For U.S. hires: WGL/SEMCO/Alta Gas offers a total rewards package that includes competitive pay, incentive bonus plans, holiday pay, 401K matching and a wide array of benefits. These benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage are designed to help you and your family stay healthy. We also have paid time off (PTO) to balance the demands of your work and personal life.
  
  Available benefits vary depending upon the specifics of the role. U.S. affiliates of Alta Gas are committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical or mental disabilities, political affiliation, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.