Security Officer Lead

About the Role

The Security Officer Lead plays a critical role in maintaining a safe and secure environment for employees, visitors, and assets at our Bayonne, NJ facility. This position involves overseeing daily security operations, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements, and leading a team of security officers to effectively manage potential risks.

The lead will act as the primary point of contact for security-related incidents, coordinating responses and liaising with law enforcement or emergency services as necessary. Additionally, the role requires continuous assessment and improvement of security protocols to adapt to evolving threats and operational needs. Ultimately, the Security Officer Lead ensures a proactive security posture that supports the organization's overall safety objectives and business continuity.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent. Valid security officer license as required by New Jersey state regulations. Minimum of 3 years of experience in security operations, with at least 1 year in a supervisory or lead role. Strong knowledge of security protocols, emergency response procedures, and incident reporting. Ability to pass background checks and drug screening.

Preferred Qualifications

Associate degree or higher in Criminal Justice, Security Management, or related field. Certification in CPR, First Aid, or other emergency medical response training. Experience working in industrial, commercial, or port facility security environments. Familiarity with security technology such as CCTV systems, access control, and alarm monitoring.

Demonstrated leadership skills with experience in team training and development.

Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate the activities of security personnel to ensure effective coverage and response. Conduct regular security inspections and risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and implement corrective actions. Respond promptly to security incidents, emergencies, and alarms, documenting and reporting all occurrences accurately.

Develop and deliver training programs for security staff to maintain high standards of vigilance and professionalism. Collaborate with management and external agencies to enhance security measures and ensure compliance with legal and company standards. Skills: The Security Officer Lead utilizes strong observational and analytical skills daily to identify and mitigate potential security threats.

Effective communication skills are essential for coordinating with team members, management, and external agencies, ensuring clear and timely information flow. Leadership and interpersonal skills are applied to motivate and guide security personnel, fostering a disciplined and responsive team environment. Technical proficiency with security systems and incident reporting software supports efficient monitoring and documentation of security activities.

Problem-solving abilities enable the lead to respond swiftly and appropriately to emergencies, maintaining safety and minimizing risk.