Manufacturing Security Operations Manager

Anduril is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Manufacturing Security Operations Manager to lead and manage the daily execution of its comprehensive security operations across its large-scale manufacturing facility near Columbus, OH.

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.

Responsibilities:

• Operational Oversight & Management: Directly manage and supervise daily security operations at the manufacturing site, ensuring consistent application of security policies and procedures.
• Incident Response & Management: Oversee the immediate response to security incidents, alarms, and emergencies.
• Security Technology & Systems Management: Ensure the effective operation, maintenance, and monitoring of all physical security technologies.
• 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.
• Guard Force Management & Performance: Manage the performance of internal security staff and contracted guard forces.
• Transportation Security Execution: Support the implementation and enforcement of security protocols for the transportation of sensitive materials, components, and finished goods.
• SOC Integration & Collaboration: Work closely with the Strategic Security Services team and on-premise SOC personnel to ensure seamless integration of manufacturing-specific security monitoring.
• Compliance & Auditing Execution: Ensure day-to-day adherence to all relevant federal, state, and local security regulations.
• Emergency Incident Response: Lead incident response, investigations, and after-action reviews for security events and security policy violations.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Coordinate closely with site leadership, operations management, Facilities, HR, EHS, and other internal departments on a daily basis.
• Resource Management: Assist in managing operational security resources, including equipment, supplies, and personnel.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Security Management, Criminal Justice, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in physical security management.
• Proven experience managing and leading security teams.
• Hands-on experience with the operation and monitoring of security technologies.
• Demonstrated experience in incident response, investigation, and reporting.
• Strong understanding of physical security principles and best practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in defense manufacturing or a related high-security industry.
• Industry-recognized professional certifications.
• Knowledge of emergency preparedness and response protocols for industrial sites.
• Strong regional network with local law enforcement, emergency management, and private sector security peers.

Salary Range: $113,000-$149,000 USD

Benefits: Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including comprehensive, competitive benefits packages.