Security Managers

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Security Managers

What they do

Direct an organization's security functions, including physical security and safety of employees and facilities.

Also Called: Corporate Physical Security Supervisor, Corporate Security Manager, Security Director, Security Manager, Corporate Physical Security Supervisor, Corporate Security Manager, Security Director, Security Manager

$60,840
Starting Salary (2023)
$102,340
Median Salary (2023)
4.6%
Projected Job Growth
131,400
Employment (2022)

Typical Tasks

Analyze and evaluate security operations to identify risks or opportunities for improvement through auditing, review, or assessment.
Assess risks to mitigate potential consequences of incidents and develop a plan to respond to incidents.
Attend meetings, professional seminars, or conferences to keep abreast of changes in executive legislative directives or new technologies impacting security operations.
Communicate security status, updates, and actual or potential problems, using established protocols.
Conduct physical examinations of property to ensure compliance with security policies and regulations.

A day in the life

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