Senior Manager, Physical Security

AeroVironment

. Lead 24/7 security operations, including Physical Security, Plant Protection, Incident and Emergency response, and contract security personnel .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $141,000 - $215,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in Physical Security operations, including risk analysis, program development, and incident response. Proven ability to lead security assessments and manage resources effectively while ensuring compliance with security standards and regulations.

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Physical Security ManagementCrisis ManagementSecurity Risk AnalysisDOD Secret Level Security ClearanceGuard Force Management

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Hard Skills

Physical Security OperationsEmergency ResponseSecurity Program DevelopmentRisk Reduction StrategiesAssessment Lifecycle ManagementSecurity Technology ImplementationAccess Control SystemsDefense-In-Depth Security PrinciplesFacility ManagementProject Management

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationStakeholder ManagementAnalytical ThinkingProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

Task Management SoftwareVisitor Management SystemsFacility Management SoftwareSecurity Monitoring SystemsConverged Threat Detection Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

DOD Secret Level Security ClearanceTop Secret Clearance PreferredMembership in ASIS or InfraGard

Industry Keywords

Physical SecurityExecutive ProtectionCrisis ManagementEmergency ResponseUS Government Security ProgramsITAR/EAR ComplianceClosed AreasSCIFsSAPF ConstructionBusiness Resiliency

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead 24/7 security operations, including Physical Security, Plant Protection, Incident and Emergency response, and contract security personnel
Report directly to the Director, Industrial Security
Manage Physical Security operations, programs, and personnel within a developing physical security team
Oversee and coordinate integrated security program development, implementation, and operation across the company
Develop and implement enterprise-wide security policies, standards, and effectiveness metrics
Define AV’s strategy for physical safety, workforce protection, and business resiliency with the Director, Industrial Security
Develop and manage a security ecosystem for campus monitoring, access control, and converged threat detection
Own the full physical security assessment lifecycle from analysis and design through execution, reporting, and mitigation tracking
Lead physical security assessments across facility types and geographic regions using desktop and field research
Maintain the physical security assessment strategy and ensure current, standards-aware methodologies
Conduct security risk analysis for new and existing infrastructure and develop risk reduction strategies
Develop and implement physical security control strategies balancing security, operational, and business needs
Build repeatable processes, tools, and mechanisms to improve delivery speed and consistency
Communicate assessment findings and recommendations through reports, presentations, and direct engagement
Lead project and program execution, manage stakeholders, track milestones, and drive completion
Evaluate security implications of technology projects and infrastructure changes

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 13+ years of hands-on experience in Physical Security across Physical Security, Executive Protection, Crisis Management, and Emergency response
At least 6+ years of demonstrated management and/or leadership experience developing a physical security program, managing resources, and budgets for small security teams
Demonstrated experience in physical security technology, guard force management, and defense-in-depth security principles
Current DOD Secret level security clearance required; Top Secret preferred
Ability to travel up to 50%
Proficient in conventional system and application software, including task/project management, visitor management, and facility management
Membership in professional networking groups such as ASIS, InfraGard, or other physical security groups
Experience working with US Government security leadership in DOD and IC security programs
Experience in construction of secure spaces such as Closed Areas, SCIFs and/or SAPF
Business and management skills, knowledge and abilities
U.S. Citizenship required
Ability to work in an office environment
Ability to sit and stand for long periods and use computer and telephone keyboard
Must qualify as a U.S. person under ITAR/EAR requirements or be eligible for an export license

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401K with company matching
9/80 work schedule
Paid holiday shutdown