Director of Security & Safety

Join Our Leadership Team! The Graham Companies, a privately owned and operated company with 90 years of experience shaping the South Florida community, is seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Security & Safety to lead security operations, risk management, and safety initiatives across our diverse portfolio of properties.

Best known for the development of Miami Lakes, a 3,000-acre master-planned community, The Graham Companies owns and operates a diverse portfolio of residential, commercial, hospitality, and recreational properties. This is an exceptional opportunity for an accomplished security professional to take a leadership role in protecting our people, properties, and assets while strengthening security programs across multiple business divisions.

About the Position Reporting directly to the President, the Director of Security & Safety will provide strategic leadership and oversight of company-wide security operations, including contracted security services, emergency preparedness, risk assessments, regulatory compliance, and security technology. The successful candidate will work closely with executive leadership, property management teams, contracted security providers, and local law enforcement agencies to develop effective security strategies tailored to the unique needs of our hospitality, residential, and commercial properties.

The position also supports workplace safety initiatives, promotes regulatory compliance, and fosters a proactive culture of safety throughout the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement comprehensive security strategies, policies, and procedures across multiple properties and business divisions. Contract Security Management: Oversee contracted security providers, monitor performance, ensure contractual compliance, and maintain high standards of service. Risk Assessment & Emergency Preparedness: Conduct security assessments, identify vulnerabilities, and coordinate emergency response and business continuity planning.

Vendor Management & Procurement: Lead competitive bidding processes (RFPs), evaluate security service providers, and recommend security technology and operational improvements. Incident Management: Oversee security incidents and investigations, analyze trends, and recommend preventive measures. Regulatory Compliance: Ensure security operations comply with applicable laws, licensing requirements, and company policies, including Florida Chapter 493 regulations.

Safety Program Support: Partner with department leaders to coordinate workplace safety inspections, training, OSHA compliance initiatives, and Safety Committee activities. Community & Agency Relations: Maintain strong relationships with local law enforcement, emergency response agencies, and community stakeholders. Budget Management: Develop and manage security budgets, evaluate expenditures, and recommend cost-effective security solutions.

Qualifications

& Experience Required: Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Security Management, Business Administration, or a related field; an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in law enforcement or security management , including at least 3 years in a leadership capacity .

Strong knowledge of security operations, risk assessment, incident management, and loss prevention. Working knowledge of Florida security licensing requirements and applicable regulations. Excellent leadership, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Ability to collaborate effectively with executive leadership, security vendors, law enforcement, and internal stakeholders.

Valid Florida driver's license and satisfactory driving record. Preferred: Experience overseeing contracted security services and managing vendor performance. Security leadership experience within law enforcement, hospitality, residential communities, commercial real estate, or multi-site operations. Experience developing RFPs, negotiating security contracts, and evaluating security technologies.

Knowledge of workplace safety programs and OSHA regulations. ASIS Certified Protection Professional (CPP) or Physical Security Professional (PSP) certification. FEMA Incident Command System (ICS) certifications. Florida Class D Security Officer License or working familiarity with Chapter 493 requirements. Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.

What We're Looking For

We are seeking a proactive, results-oriented leader with sound judgment, strong organizational skills, and the ability to balance strategic planning with hands-on operational oversight. The ideal candidate brings extensive security management experience, understands the complexities of protecting diverse properties, and excels at building relationships, managing vendors, and implementing practical, effective security solutions.

Work Environment This position is based in Miami Lakes, Florida , and requires regular visits to company properties, along with availability to respond to emergencies and critical incidents outside normal business hours, including weekends, holidays, and hurricane events. Join The Graham Companies Be part of an established, family-owned organization with a longstanding commitment to its employees, customers, properties, and the Miami Lakes community.

If you are an experienced security leader ready to make a meaningful impact across a diverse real estate and hospitality portfolio, we encourage you to apply. The Graham Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable law.