General Motors

Site Security Leader (Fairfax)

General Motors • $80K — $95K *
Kansas City, KS 66102In-Person
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in security operations, including threat and risk management.
  • Familiarity with video surveillance and access control systems.
  • Strong communication skills to build rapport across various levels.
  • Excellent analytical and project management capabilities.
  • Ability to implement corporate security policies effectively.
  • Decisive in emergency situations and capable of physically responding when needed.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

  • Lead security and fire protection efforts at the assigned worksite.
  • Oversee contract security services and ensure compliance with standards.
  • Conduct risk assessments and advise site leadership on security issues.
  • Maintain communication with leadership regarding compliance and emerging security issues.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives for security measures.
  • Collaborate with the Security Technology team for system upgrades.
  • Conduct vulnerability assessments and ensure communication with leadership.

Benefits

  • Onsite work requirement with a structured work schedule.
  • Opportunity to lead and implement key security projects.
  • Engagement in emergency response training and initiatives.
  • Access to networking with various GM leadership and stakeholders.
Full Job Description
Job Description
  • Work Arrangement
    This role is categorized as onsite. The successful candidate is expected to report to their assigned GM worksite, five days per week and to respond to the site in the event of an emergency after hours, on weekend or holidays.
    The Role
    As a Site Security Leader, you will be responsible for leading security and fire protection activities at your assigned worksite including implementation of Global Security policies and standards, oversight of contract security services and quality assurance. As part of your role, you will conduct onsite risk assessments, advise site leadership and Global Security on security and fire protection issues, and implement risk mitigation measures in a timely basis. You will be the designated security lead for the site's Emergency Response Coordination Team (ERCT) and will facilitate emergency response exercises and lead after action reviews following significant incidents and emergencies.
    Position Summary
    • Provide strategic direction and oversight to contracted site security leader and team.
    • Provide quality assurance support (to include quality audits) and ensure compliance with GM Global Security Manual and site specific Standard Operating Procedures.
    • Provide support and guidance to local site operations and leadership to ensure effective implementation of security and fire protection measures.
    • Maintain regular communication with GM site leadership and stakeholders (including but not limited to Site Director, HR/LR Director, Manufacturing Engineering, Workplace Safety, Facilities, etc.) regarding security and fire protection compliance and other emerging issues.
    • Initiate continuous improvement activities to ensure high quality and cost-effective security and fire protection services are provided to assigned site.
    • Partner with GM Security Technology team to identify opportunities for security system upgrades based on lifecycle, risk reduction and efficiency.
    • Ensure adequate security staffing is in place to mitigate risk and comply with minimum GM requirements. Research and make recommendations on the implementation of best practices and other key initiatives.
    • Complete site security vulnerability assessments and ensure appropriate communication to leadership to support compliance and risk reduction.
    • Provide recommendations on security and fire related operations, policy, and technology applications to GM site leadership and Global Security.
    • Assure all incidents are reported, documented, and communicated in accordance with procedures.
    • Conduct after action reviews following significant incidents, identify incident trends and ensure appropriate corrective action is communicated, tracked and completed.
    • Partner with GM Investigations groups to ensure awareness of incidents and timely follow up.
  • Required Qualifications
    • 5 years of progressively responsible, security related experience with a demonstrated understanding of security operations (to include threat and risk management, workplace violence prevention, security and fire technology, and quality assurance for contracted services).
    • Working knowledge of video surveillance systems, access control and security systems.
    • Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to build trust and effectively communicate across levels and functions.
    • Excellent analytical, planning, organizational and project management skills.
    • Ability to facilitate and support implementation of corporate policies and best practices for security, fire prevention, and related policies.
    • Ability to assist in facilitating progressive change.
    • Ability to act decisively in emergency situations.
    • Capable of physically responding to emergency situations.
    • Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and utilize sound judgment.
    • Proficient with Microsoft programs.

    Preferred Qualifications
    • Bachelor's degree from an accredited university, college and/or equivalent.
    • Degree in security, fire protection or a related field.
    • Supervisory or leadership experience.
    • Experience or working knowledge of manufacturing and warehousing operations.
    • Avigilon and Lenel experience.
GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc).This role is categorized as onsite. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location on a full-time basis.This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

About General Motors

General Motors Company engages in the manufacture and sale of cars and trucks in the United States, China, Brazil, Germany, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Italy. It offers sedans, crossovers, sport utility vehicles, pick-up trucks, coupes, sports/convertibles and hybrid vehicles, hatchbacks/wagons, and vans, as well as mini cars in India. The company also provides parts and accessories, such as iPod and MP3 compatibility, mobility accessories, performance parts, AC parts and services, and merchandise. In addition, it offers vehicle safety, security, and information services. The company provides used vehicles. It offers its products through dealers and distributors. General Motors Company was formerly known as NGMCO, Inc. and changed its name to General Motors Company in July 2009. The company was incorporated in 2009 and is based in Detroit, Michigan. It operates manufacturing facilities in India, the United States, and Canada. General Motors Company operates as a subsidiary of the United States Department of The Treasury. General Motors led global vehicle sales for 77 consecutive years from 1931 through 2007, longer than any other automaker, and is currently among the world's largest automakers by vehicle unit sales. General Motors acts in most countries outside the USA via wholly-owned subsidiaries but operates in China through 10 joint ventures. GM's OnStar subsidiary provides vehicle safety, security, and information services. In 2009, General Motors shed several brands, closing Saturn, Pontiac, and Hummer, and emerged from a government-backed Chapter 11 reorganization. In 2010, GM made an initial public offering IPOs to date and returned to profitability later that year.

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Size
157,000 employees
Market Cap
$46.9 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$6.4 billion
Founded
1908
5 Year Trend
-3.2%
Revenue
$122.4 billion
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