Requisition ID: 176985
Job Level: Mid Level
Home District/Group: DHO Real Estate
Department: Real Estate
Market: Corporate Home Office
Employment Type: Full Time

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Security Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing and enhancing the physical security operations across Kiewit Real Estate managed facilities and assets. This role ensures the development and implementation of comprehensive security policies, procedures, and standards to safeguard Kiewit’s personnel, property, and infrastructure. The Security Operations Manager serves as the primary liaison for internal stakeholders, external security vendors, and government agencies. This position manages the Kiewit Security Operations Center, security vendor partners, incident response protocols, and drives continuous improvement in security practices. This position requires a strategic mindset, operational expertise, and the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives that support a safe and secure working environment.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 5-10 years’ experience in security activities
• 5 years of Supervisory experience
• Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative
• Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time
• Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity
• Passion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals and objectives
• Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail

Other Requirements:

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

• Manage daily operations of the Kiewit Security Operations Center, including incident response, vendor and personnel oversight, KPI tracking, and program rollouts.
• Assist with security systems projects (installations, upgrades, conversions), standardize systems with the Security Technology Lead, and provide KSOC approval of new site designs.
• Manage Kiewit Tier 1 security vendor relationships.
• Develop, implement, and monitor security policies, standards, and procedures to ensure compliance with internal and government regulations.
• Partner with Real Estate, Legal, Safety, and district staff to align security strategies with business goals and mitigate risks.
• Serve as liaison with law enforcement, fire departments, and government agencies.
• Represent Kiewit Security at internal meetings, industry conferences, and vendor briefings; communicate security posture and updates to stakeholders.
• Develop and manage security budgets, review financial reports, and oversee procurement of security-related supplies and technology.
• Review and prepare reports, proposals, and documentation related to investigations, losses, and strategic initiatives.
• Conduct audits, assessments, and physical inspections to identify risks, vulnerabilities, and opportunities for improvement.
• Investigate and resolve security breaches, threats, and incidents; manage investigation programs and documentation.
• Plan, direct, and coordinate security activities to safeguard employees, guests, and company property, including special and high-risk events.