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Security Officer
A Security Officer protects people, property, and assets at a facility by monitoring surveillance systems, controlling access points, and responding to emergencies or disturbances. They rely on conflict de-escalation techniques to defuse tense situations and complete detailed report writing to document incidents. Commonly employed by corporate offices, retail locations, or security firms, this role suits vigilant, level-headed individuals comfortable with both routine patrols and emergency response.
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Security Officer
Columbia Sportswear
Portland, OR
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Security Officer
JLL
Ludhiana, PB
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Security Officer
United Parks & Resorts
Orlando, FL
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Security Officer
Powdr Corporation
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Security Officer - Monroe, LA
Brookshire Grocery Company
Monroe Distribution
This is an armed security officer position at a grocery distribution center where you'll monitor facilities, control access, respond to alarms, and assist with investigations and staff training. It suits someone with prior security experience who's comfortable with physical demands, shift work including nights and weekends, and maintaining armed security certifications.
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Physical Security Specialist
Cambia Health Solutions
Full-time · Renton, WA · $33 – $45 / hour
This healthcare organization seeks a physical security professional to manage access control systems, oversee facility security operations, and coordinate with law enforcement during incidents. The role suits someone with law enforcement or military security background who wants to apply protective services expertise in a corporate healthcare setting.
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Security Officer II Zephyrhills
AdventHealth
Full-time · ADVENTHEALTH ZEPHYRHILLS · $18 – $28 / hour
A security officer protecting hospital grounds and patients by conducting patrols, responding to alarms, and investigating suspicious activity. This role suits someone with security or law enforcement experience who can handle crisis situations calmly and work effectively with hospital staff.
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Security Officer
Cleveland Clinic
Akron General Medical Center
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Part Time Security Officer
Supercast
Part-time · Los Angeles, CA · $23 / hour
Fox Studio Lot is hiring security officers to patrol facilities, control access, and respond to incidents across a 24/7 operation. This role suits people seeking flexible part-time work in a secure environment who can handle physical demands and shift variability.
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Where Security Officers commonly go next: Security Manager.
Sr SOC and IR Manager (Remote or On Site)
Crane Co.
Full-time · Stamford, CT · Remote
A hands-on senior manager role leading a global security operations center and incident response program, responsible for team development, detection and response modernization, and cross-functional coordination. This suits experienced security operations leaders who thrive under pressure, enjoy building and coaching teams, and want to drive automation and process maturity at enterprise scale.
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Senior Physical Security Specialist
Cambia Health Solutions
Full-time · $76,500 – $103,500
This on-site security leadership role oversees physical security operations, threat management, and protective services for a major health care organization across two Pacific Northwest offices. It suits experienced security professionals who thrive in complex operational environments and can balance strategic planning with hands-on incident response.
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Manager, Security
Gilead Sciences
United States - California - Foster City · $136,340 – $176,440
This role oversees the day-to-day operations and maintenance of physical security systems across a large pharmaceutical company's corporate sites, managing both internal teams and external vendors to ensure uptime and reliability. It suits experienced security systems professionals who want to move into operations leadership and can coordinate across multiple departments in a regulated environment.
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Manager, Security Operations
The Home Depot
SMYRNA PACES SUMMIT - 9125
Lead a corporate security operations team at Home Depot locations, managing facility security, personnel, and investigations while supporting executive protection and international security initiatives. This role suits experienced security or law enforcement professionals ready to move into people management.
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Facility Security Officer – Millennium Space Systems
Boeing
Full-time · El Segundo, CA · $103,700 – $193,750
This role oversees security operations at a Boeing defense contractor, managing classified facilities, personnel clearances, and compliance with federal security regulations. It suits experienced security professionals with government clearance background and deep knowledge of industrial security programs.
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Senior Manager, Travel and Event Security
The New York Times Company
Full-time · New York, NY; Washington, DC · $145,000 – $160,000
Lead travel safety and event security operations for a global news organization, overseeing both corporate staff protection and major event logistics across 160+ countries. This role suits experienced security managers ready to scale programs in a mission-driven media environment with significant international responsibility.
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Senior Manager, Regional Security – Americas
Bend Studio
Full-time · San Diego, CA · $150,700 – $226,100
Sony Interactive Entertainment seeks an experienced security leader to oversee physical security operations, incident response, and event safety across their Americas offices and studios. This role suits someone with a background in corporate or law enforcement security who is comfortable managing teams, handling crises, and collaborating across organizational functions.
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Senior Facility Security Officer (R4917)
Shield AI
Full-time · Washington, DC · $80,000 – $120,000
This role manages security operations for a defense contractor working on classified projects, requiring someone who can navigate both strict government compliance frameworks and the operational pace of a fast-moving tech company. The person will coordinate across engineering and program teams to protect sensitive information and controlled technologies.
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Corporate Security Manager
AST SpaceMobile
Midland, TX
AST SpaceMobile seeks a security leader to design and oversee physical security across aerospace manufacturing and R&D facilities, with particular focus on protecting intellectual property in export-controlled environments. The role combines facility protection, access governance, incident investigation, and cross-functional leadership in a fast-paced space technology company.
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GM Financial
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Rockwell Automation
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Mercury Marine
Kent, WA
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Facilities Manager
Live Nation Entertainment
Beverly Hills, CA
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Facilities Manager
La-Z-Boy
Newton, MS
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Facilities Specialist
DriveTime
Full-time · Tempe, AZ
This role manages maintenance operations across a network of car dealerships and service centers, coordinating hundreds of work orders monthly with vendors while tracking spending and ensuring regulatory compliance. It suits someone with property or facilities management experience who can balance vendor relationships, cost analysis, and multi-site project oversight in a growing organization.
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Senior Information Security Analyst
Country Financial
Full-time · Bloomington, IL · $94,400 – $129,800
This role sits at the intersection of security strategy and hands-on technical assessment, advising project teams on risk and building the organization's security posture through policy development, compliance frameworks, and vulnerability testing. It suits experienced security professionals who can translate technical findings into business language and manage governance across the enterprise.
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Safety Specialist
Colonial Pipeline
This role oversees safety programs and emergency response at a major pipeline company, ensuring compliance with regulations and fostering a safety-conscious culture across operations. It suits someone with safety or pipeline operations experience who can travel frequently and handle high-pressure incident investigations.
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