Allied Universal · 2 days ago
Security Director - Global Financial Client - Hudson Yards
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$125K/yr - $125K/yr
4+ years expAllied Universal® is North America’s leading security and facility services company. They are hiring a Security Director for a Global Financial Client in Hudson Yards, responsible for overseeing daily security operations and leading a team to ensure safety and exceptional service.
Cyber SecurityInformation TechnologySecuritySoftware
Responsibilities
Manage scheduling: Leverage AI-powered technology to effectively schedule security officers, meeting client contract hours while minimizing unbilled overtime
Lead and Develop Security Teams: Hire, coach and manage security officers and supervisors while overseeing payroll, performance, and employee relations
Enhance Client Relationships: Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring high-quality service that protects people and property
Handle Security Incidents and Emergencies: Respond to escalated issues professionally, coordinating with clients and internal teams
Direct Compliance and Security Operational Excellence: Oversee training, safety, and site operational standards as well as managing inventory (uniforms, equipment, and other essential supplies)
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum of 4 years' experience in one of, or a combination of the following: Military (Career/Military Police/Military Elite Forces), Law Enforcement (Police Academy Graduate), Correctional Facility (Correction Officer)
A bachelor's or higher degree from an accredited college or university in a security related field such as: Criminal Justice, Security Administration, Homeland Security, Fire Science. Such degree will count as two (2) of the four (4) years required experience and a master's degree will count as three (3) of the four (4) years required experience
Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment
Previous contract Security, facilities management, military (honorable discharge), or law enforcement experience
Proven interpersonal and communication skills required
Previous leadership experience with campus security
Strong written and communication skills
Crisis management experience
Microsoft Office skills
Proven experience with management/evaluation/development/motivation of staff
Flexible Schedule available weekend as needed
An associate's or higher degree from an accredited college or university in a security related field such as: Criminal Justice, Security Administration, Homeland Security, or Fire Science. Such degree will count as two (2) of the five (5) years required experience
Preferred
Proven experience with management/evaluation/development/motivation of staff
Ability to supervise subordinates through the transmission of values, standards and culture with an understanding of their influence on others
Possess effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills and recognizes the need for communicating differently with different people
Previous formal training in management, human relations, interpersonal communication skills, labor and criminal laws, and emergency response
Demonstrated experience with analyzing information, staffing coordination, tracking budget expenses, scheduling, and dealing with complexity
Law enforcement, military, and/or contract or proprietary security services, or facility management experience
American Society of Industrial Security (ASIS), International Certified Protection Professional (CPP) certification
Previous payroll, billing, or scheduling experience
Aptitude with security systems: CCTV, access control, and badge administration
Graduate of certified public safety academy (e.g., Law Enforcement, Firefighter/Paramedic, Corrections Officer)
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance
Enrollment in our company’s 401(k)plan, subject to eligibility requirements
Eight paid holidays annually, five sick days, and four personal days
Vacation time offered at an accrual rate of 3.08 hours biweekly. Unused vacation is only paid out where required by law.
Company
Allied Universal
Allied Universal is a security and facility services company that provides tailored security solutions and smart technology.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
Allied Universal has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your
reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
Represents job field similar to this job
Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (3)
2024 (1)
2023 (2)
2022 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$9BKey Investors
Warburg PincusLa Caisse
2019-12-13Acquired
2019-09-01Private Equity· $9B
2019-02-21Private Equity
Leadership Team
Stephen Jones
Global Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Jack Schenk
Regional Vice President - Midwest
Recent News
2025-12-10
Allied Universal Corp
2025-11-19
Company data provided by crunchbase