HCA Healthcare

Regional Security Director TriStar North Carolina

HCA Healthcare$90K — $120K *
Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
  • 7+ years in a leadership role required; 10+ years in security or law enforcement preferred.
  • Applicable Physical Security Certifications preferred.
  • Extensive experience managing complex security programs.
  • Strong understanding of risk management and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement physical security programs for HCA facilities.
  • Conduct facility risk assessments and drive remediation.
  • Manage and coordinate comprehensive physical security policies and guidelines.
  • Create and oversee emergency response protocols and performance measurements.
  • Lead collaboration with stakeholders to align security strategies with business needs.
  • Foster relationships with law enforcement and security vendors for coordinated efforts.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and accreditation standards.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits for medical, dental, and telemedicine services.
  • Wellbeing support including free counseling.
  • Paid time off along with long- and short-term disability coverage.
  • 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on specified contributions.
  • Tuition assistance and certification support for professional development.
Full Job Description
This position is incentive eligible.

Job Summary and Qualifications

Job Summary:

This individual will assume the position of Regional Security Director (RSD) and be responsible for Physical Security Operations for all HCA divisions and facilities including Individual Lines of Business (ILOBs) for HCA's TriStar and North Carolina Region.

The RSD will be responsible for developing, documenting, and implementing all aspects of a comprehensive physical security program including physical security technologies, risk assessment and remediation, Regulatory & Accreditation (CMS and TJC), threat management, emergency preparedness, emergency response, life safety, guard force operation, Federal interagency and local law enforcement liaison, visitor management, budget responsibilities, training, drills, etc.) for HCA's corporate campus as well as all facilities and in all division across HCA.

The RSD will have significant influence working across multiple divisions and facilities in a high-risk, highly complex, and collaborative culture and environment, creating opportunities for partnership with Division CFOs, CIOS, facilities CEOs, and COO. The RSD manages and provides comprehensive security management solutions to ensure the security and safety of HCA colleagues, clinical teams, and assets and may supervise directly, or indirectly, security staff members across HCA facilities.

The RSD, at the regional level, leads day-to-day security operations and works to utilize highly technical and complex solutions to reduce risk and protect assets. This individual is viewed as an authority in physical security and safety. He or she is responsible for building and maintaining relationships with Division CFOs, CIOs, facilities CEOs, and COOs, as well as interacting with solution and staffing vendors.

The RSD is responsible for keeping management informed of major accomplishments, issues and concerns while following company policies and sound risk management practices. The RSD will maintain all organizational and professional ethical standards, work independently under minimal supervision, and will exercise extensive latitude for initiative and independent judgment.

Success for this position will be measured in the ability to define a successful enterprise strategy for physical security, gain stakeholders and leadership support, and work across multiple organizations to implement it.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop and convey the understanding of how physical security impacts every patient, employee, physician, contractor, volunteer, or visitor at all HCA facilities and is an essential component of critical company initiatives such as patient experience, attracting and retaining nurses, making our facilities the hospital of choice for physicians, and employee engagement, Credentialing & Accreditation.
  • Assessment of the current situation: Facility risk assessments and driving remediation. Lay out our risk and business drivers (e.g., Risk assessment and risk pain points, workplace violence, compliance requirements, future needs, and opportunities), operational processes (e.g., Threat Management, Assessments - Facility, Emergency Preparedness, Business Continuity, Dispatch, Drills (ASHER, Infant abductions, Peds abductions, BERT, Lockdown, and training).
  • Directs, coordinates, and manages HCA's complex physical security program including the development of policies, guidelines, communications, awareness, and training for all HCA facilities.
  • Develop and implement security incident response plans and protocols; measure performance and drive continuous improvement of the physical security program.
  • Leads and develops facility/site, market, and division operations, physical security matters, life safety management, and implementation, threat management, emergency preparedness, emergency response, guard force operation, Federal interagency and local law enforcement liaison, vendor management, first responder liaison, budget responsibilities, training, drills, and other activities to ensure the protection of all people, property, and assets.
  • Prioritization of the strategy: Collaborate with stakeholders and engage governance and company leadership to set priorities, based on risk, resources, and business priorities.
  • Implementation of the strategy: Support the execution of the plan by leading governance, budgeting, communications, and project portfolio planning and oversight. Forges partnerships with all security colleagues and external clients on the security, and safety-related programs that he/she manages including law enforcement agencies.
  • Partners with Patient Safety, Regulatory and Accreditation, Employee Health and Safety, Clinical Services Group, and Information Technology Group on all security-related programs and projects.
  • Leads Secure-by-design collaboration with Facility Design & Construction
  • Assists and collaborates in all Use-Of-Force investigations
  • Liaisons with the broader IPS organization when necessary to ensure consistency in approach and the leveraging of SMEs where applicable and available.
  • Designs, develops, and implements solid business and value measure/metrics, trending, and benchmarking.
  • Lead frequent interaction with key stakeholders from the division, market, facilities, and various Lines of Business.
  • Identify and develop close working relationships with stakeholder business units to coordinate, break down silos, and drive work forward - IPS field operations and corporate departments, Clinical Services Group, Enterprise Emergency Operations and Preparedness, Human Resources Group, Physician Services Group, Ethics & Compliance, and Internal Audit.
  • Manage physical security and security technology vendors and relationships.
  • Coordinate leadership decisions on physical security technology selection and use.
  • Coordinate leadership decisions on organizational structures supporting physical security programs.
  • Coordinate leadership discussions on resources and investments in Physical Security.


Education & Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree - Required
  • Master's degree - Preferred
  • 7+ years of experience in a leadership role - Required
  • 10+ years of experience in security, military, law enforcement and/or security - Preferred
  • Applicable Physical Security Certifications - Preferred

This position may require up to 50% travel throughout the TriStar and North Carolina region.


Benefits

HCA Healthcare, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
  • Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
  • Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
  • Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
  • Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
  • Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
  • Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

About HCA Healthcare

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HCA Healthcare believes in nurturing the growth of its employees through robust professional development and training programs. Whether you are just starting your career or are a seasoned professional, we provide the tools and training necessary to advance your skills and take on new challenges. Explore our wide range of career paths and find the position that best suits your skills and passions.

Benefits and Culture

Our employees enjoy a range of benefits designed to support their physical, financial, and emotional well-being. From comprehensive health insurance to retirement plans and employee wellness programs, HCA Healthcare takes care of its team. Our inclusive culture and commitment to work-life balance make HCA Healthcare a desirable place to work.

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204,000 employees
Market Cap
$67.9 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.7 billion
Founded
1968
5 Year Trend
+7.2%
Revenue
$51.5 billion
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