Security Manager - Full Time

Company Overview:

We are North America's leading security and facility services provider with approximately 300,000 service personnel. At Allied Universal(R), we pride ourselves on fostering a promote from within culture. There are countless examples of individuals who began their career as Security Professionals and today hold positions on our senior leadership team. We offer medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks and more for most full-time positions!

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Security Account Manager – Corporate

Location: Vancouver, British Columbia

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Shift: Monday to Friday, 0800 - 1600

Pay Rate: $96,600 per year

Position Overview

Allied Universal is seeking an experienced Security Account Manager to lead a high-profile corporate security program in Vancouver. This role is ideal for a proven security leader with experience managing corporate, technology, commercial, or other complex security environments.

The successful candidate will oversee security operations across multiple client locations, providing leadership to security teams while ensuring the delivery of safe, compliant, and exceptional security services. This position will serve as a trusted security partner to client leadership, supporting physical security operations, access control, incident management, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the client's corporate security program, ensuring operational excellence, compliance, and alignment with client objectives.

• Oversee security operations across multiple locations, including contract security personnel, supervisors, and service delivery standards.

• Develop, implement, and maintain security procedures, post orders, emergency response plans, and operational standards.

• Manage physical security operations, including access control, visitor management, incident reporting, and security technology platforms.

• Monitor performance metrics, conduct operational reviews, and ensure contractual obligations and KPIs are consistently achieved.

• Lead incident response, investigations, emergency preparedness, and workplace safety initiatives.

• Provide leadership, coaching, training support, and performance oversight for security teams.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with client leadership, internal stakeholders, and security partners through regular communication and reporting.

• Identify opportunities for process improvements, technology enhancements, and risk reduction strategies.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in corporate security, physical security, risk management, emergency management, law enforcement, military, or related fields.

• Demonstrated experience managing security programs within complex, multi-site organizations.

• Proven ability to lead security teams, manage vendors, and deliver high-quality security services.

• Strong knowledge of access control systems, video surveillance, incident management, investigations, and emergency response.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills with the ability to engage senior client stakeholders.

• Valid British Columbia Security Worker Licence (or ability to obtain/maintain as required).

• Valid driver's licence with a satisfactory driving record.

• Post-secondary education in Security Management, Criminal Justice, Business Administration, Emergency Management, or a related field is preferred.

• Professional certifications such as CPP, PSP, or equivalent are considered an asset.

• Experience supporting technology, media, or high-profile corporate environments is highly desirable.

What We Offer

• Extended health and dental benefits

• Paid vacation

• Professional training and development opportunities

• Career growth opportunities within Allied Universal

• The opportunity to lead a high-profile corporate security program in a dynamic, multi-site environment

Allied Universal® is an inclusive and equitable employer, encouraging applications from qualified women and men including persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and Aboriginal persons.